CLT An Innovation in Sustainable Building
Ever wondered how that new mid-rise apartment building in your neighborhood got built so quickly? Chances are, it was constructed using an innovative wood product called cross-laminated timber. Cross laminated timber , or CLT, is a solid wood panel made of multiple layers of wood boards stacked in alternating directions and then glued together under high pressure. The result is a strong, durable material that can be used for walls, floors, and roofs in buildings up to 18 stories high. You've probably seen CLT in use and didn't even realize it. This eco-friendly and sustainable building material is revolutionizing construction and allowing architects and builders to create more energy-efficient and visually stunning spaces. Read on to learn all about how CLT is changing the way we build. What Is Cross-Laminated Timber? Cross-laminated timber (CLT) is an innovative wood product that's changing the way we build. What exactly is CLT ? ● CLT is made up of layers of