Framing allows all pieces in the construction “puzzle” to fit with each other. It also gives the structure the necessary support needed to withstand earthquakes. The most common frame consists of wood or structured steel. In the case of residential real estate, wood is the most common material used for framing.
The purpose of a platform frame is to save time and money on construction. The process involves using the first floor of a structure as the foundation to build the next floor. With this method, each story of a structure supports the following story. This method requires less labor, material, and ultimately is cheaper in creating similar structures compared to other building methods.
