The advantages are numerous and could make anyone opt for a wooden house, be it of one style or another. Wood as a material is a more than excellent choice because:

Wooden houses have better thermal and acoustic insulation than steel or concrete house.

In case of fire, a wooden house allows more time to get out of the manufactured house than a steel house. The structure, believe it or not, withstands a fire better than a manufactured steel house that would melt in less time.

The durability of wood is greater than that of other materials. In many buildings and monuments, there are wooden structures that have been in perfect condition for centuries.

It is an ethical material with the environment. This type of house fall within the concept of respect and feeling with the environment.

If we talk about decoration, you can decorate your house in the style you want. You can give it from the rustic atmosphere you have in mind to an air of modern design. There are many manufactured home underpinning ideas that you can try and figure out the best for your home. It is a type of home that welcomes any decorative style.

What type of wood is used to make a manufactured house?

Normally the woods used for the construction of a manufactured wooden house are pine and fir. These types of wood have a seal, a seal that guarantees the correct use of forestry practices. Sometimes other types of wood are used, such as oak or cedar. This type of wood is mainly used for cladding. For the structure, it is usually more common to use the aforementioned pine and spruce.

False myths about manufactured wooden houses

We answer some of the false beliefs about wooden houses. We already tell you that it is a great choice and above all that you will have a more than a sustainable place.

Fire resistance. Wood is treated in such a way that it is highly resistant to fire. In fact, it could last longer than a steel house. Burn time averages over an hour, so you'll be out of there in that time! Although the wood is factory-treated, there are fireproof paints and varnishes with which you can give it good maintenance. In case you have more doubts, the structure in the fire does not become deformed, so if you take care of it quickly you will have an advantage over other models of manufactured houses.

Low insulation: You won't be cold or hot! The wood will protect you from having a perfect temperature inside. Besides, if we talk about sound... think that music recording studios all over the world are covered with wood. It is the best sound insulator.

Use of wood stoves and fireplaces. You thought you couldn't have a small fireplace in a wooden house? You were wrong! With the placement of refractory bricks in the wall and floor and a good double-layer flue for the smoke outlet, you'll have fabulous winter evenings.

Maintenance of a manufactured wooden house

You are probably wondering what you should do to keep your wooden house in perfect condition. The maintenance of the wooden houses does not need much investment, and on most occasions, it does not differ from a brick house. Habitually the periodic maintenance is usually done every 5-8 years, depending on the signals that the house emits to us.

It is important the varnish, which must be applied periodically. The varnish will protect it from damage from sun exposure, humidity, and the appearance of fungus. The protection provided by the varnish wears off over time, so this varnishing process is extremely important.

Repair of cracks in the facade and interior. The facade and interior should be observed with special attention periodically to detect if cracks have occurred. The repair is of vital importance to avoid dampness or deformations.

Maintenance of doors and windows. Always check that windows and doors fit perfectly. Normally in the joints, small detachments take place, but nothing that cannot be repaired attending it in time.

For the application of the painting, the facade must be sanded previously. This is also usually done in the appearance of fungi. After sanding the area where they are, a treatment and varnish or paint is applied.

Many moisture-related problems can be prevented by installing the house on a concrete pad. You can also avoid them by keeping them well ventilated. This is essential when the wooden house is used only for vacation getaways.