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Author: Doug Steimle, PE

Accommodating Shrinkage in Multi-Story Wood-Frame Structures

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Accommodating Shrinkage in Multi-Story Wood-Frame Structures

In wood-frame buildings, cumulative shrinkage can be significant and have an impact on function and performance.

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