This 12×12 timber frame plan is extremely versatile because it can be used to build a porch, shed, or pergola over a hot tub. It is a simple timber frame to cut and raise by hand. However, it will still offer you a challenge in some of the joinery details, making it a great DIY project. Cover it with 1 1/2″ tongue and groove, and you are ready to put a roof on it.
The plans are formatted in PDF and available for instant download. With a total of 23 pages on 8.5″x11″ pdf sheets, including 3d renderings, timber schedule, plan, elevation, and sectional drawings along with all the piece and joinery details you will need to build this small timber frame.
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Does this plan have an option to lower the pitch. Would like to use for home entrance but think the total height would interfere with second level windows.
Thanks
No, Brady, this plan does not come with roof pitch variations. However, our 12×16 Timber Frame Plan is designed with and 8:12 pitch. It would be pretty easy for you to alter the structure to a 12×12.
I’d like to build a 12×12 timber frame with an 8:12 pitch shed roof. What would be the best plan for me to use for that project?
Rives, we offer this 12×16 Timber Frame Plan with an 8:12 pitch roof; it would be pretty easy to adjust it to make it 12′ deep. Hope that helps!
What kind of wood do you recommend? Is pine ok?
Dominic, please check out this article on wood species.
What is the total height? Also just to confirm 12 x 12 is measurement to outside corner of posts?
The total height is 16′-11 1/16″. And yes, the 12 foot measurements are from outside to outside of the posts.
Could the slope be changed to 6/12 and back two post removed?
You could change the slope. Of course, removing the posts would not work unless the frame was supported by an adjacent roof.
I’m planning on attaching it to my house. Is that possible to have slope changed in drawings I would pay extra if needed
I’m planning on attaching it to my house. Is that possible to have slope changed in drawings I would pay extra if needed
Hi, I have these plans, and I’m getting ready to buy the roofing material. I see that in many designs, when applying the gable end fascia, the fascia juts out from the rafter to create an overhang. In these 12×12 designs the gable end already juts out from the posts by two feet on both sides. Here’s my question. Can the gable end fascia be fastened directly to the rafters, or would you still recommend extending the fascia past the rafters some distance? Is this just a matter of preference? Do you need fascia with these designs?
Could this plan be modified for 12 x 14
Yes it could- if you are interested in our custom design services you can find out more here
Is there a list of the timber dimensions. This is exactly what I’m planning on building. I’m planning on building with black oak 8×8 beams.