Lumber Use Trends in Mobile Home Construction.

Abstract

The mobile home industry is a large and expanding lumber market within the housing industry. A sturdy wood frame lies under the metal wall and roof skin found on most mobile home units. When compared with data compiled in 1970, the latest Forest Service, Department of Agriculture survey findings indicate the average mobile home now uses much more lumber for framing. This increase in lumber usage is attributed to larger units and better quality construction--with the quality factor generally thought to be most important.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1977
Accession Number
ADA044576

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  • H. Edward Dickerhoof

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  • Forest Products Laboratory

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