For the long-term longevity of ancient wooden structures, builders and users must have precise knowledge of wood qualities.

Traditional homes have less benefits than wooden ones.

As is well-known, the change in temperature affects the size and volume of several substances. They grow as the temperature increases. This indicates linear and volumetric growth.

The expansion of materials decreases their strength. Steel, which is inorganic and noncombustible, has an advantage against fire, but in structures it expands and collapses due to an increase in temperature.

Wood does not expand in response to heat. As a result of heat, though, it dries out and increases strength. The only time wood expands somewhat is when the relative humidity is below 0%, and this is only noteworthy from a scientific standpoint. Even in the driest conditions, the humidity content of wood does not go below 5% in actuality.

Wood is simple to repair and maintain. Other materials are extremely difficult and expensive to maintain and repair, unlike antique woods, which may be revitalized with appropriate treatments. Hence, they are often discarded.

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