Here you can see the framework for the first floor. You can see the square opening in the center of the top picture, this is where the chimney will be. The bottom picture shows the sunken family room. The crew used blocking which is a higher quality way to support the floor, preventing creaking and warping.
Then they put Advantech or OSB (Orientated Strand Board) down. This is a form of plywood that uses minimal chemicals compared to regular plywood. We are trying to be somewhat "green" with our new home. Although, our friends Meghan and Dave have far surpassed us. Check out their blog and building project at http://19ridgeroad.blogspot.com/ It is awesome.
Our goal (really my goal) is to have no mold, and that is why I really wanted all wood framing like they would have done 100 years ago, but no one else agreed. In my reading heartwood is the best to use to prevent mold. But our builder guarantees our house is going to be so well built that we will not have to worry about mold. We shall see!
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