This nineteenth-century North American construction method uses lightweight wooden frames,instead of heavy timbers,to support the building.

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Balloon framing is a construction technique that was popular in North America during the 19th century. It uses lightweight wooden frames consisting of vertical studs, horizontal plates, and diagonal braces to support the building, instead of heavy timbers like post-and-beam construction. The name "balloon" comes from the fact that the frames extend from the foundation to the roof, creating a continuous wall "balloon" around the building.

This Nineteenth-Century North American Construction Method Uses Lightweight Wooden Frames,instead