Wood

By Andrea Arenas, Samanta Azpurua and Gaile Butvilaite

Wood is one of the oldest construction materials used by men, and also one of the most importants because it grows on trees. As a construction material it is very common because of its strengh, durability, safety, comfort, and beauty. Wood is a very easy material to work with because can be constructed in most climates, it is lighter than other construction materials so it is easier to transport, and its flexibility helps to redisign to any type of form that is needed. All though it has some disadvantages, wood is not a fire resistant material, also it is naturally a humid material so it abosorbs moisture, and it must have a termite control. But overall it is a natural material, used in its natural form, so that building made of wood is a comfortable and beautiful building.