To the editor: Right now in Los Angeles, we are seeing what happens when we build homes with wood framing instead of tilt-up steel reinforced cement walls that would be more fire-resistant.

So they aren’t particularly aware of the movement away from concrete in some markets to other building materials such as steel and particularly wood “stick” frame construction. There are ...

Wood pointed to a magnitude 9.0 earthquake in ... The company says the production of pre-fabricated, accurately cut framing allows for flexibility in customizing layouts and reduces waste.

and white finishes — is my pick for the best overall bed frame for its classic look, strong wood construction, and sub-$1,000 price point. It is made with solid and veneered American white oak ...