Summer is the time we’re most likely to be outside enjoying our yard and surrounding property. This isn’t the time for onerous household tasks, but it’s the perfect time to catch up on summer maintenance around the yard and the exterior […]
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If you’re considering a timber frame home, you’ve already got the charm factor going for you. By its very nature, a timbered home is charming straight out of the box. You’ve got old world, contemporary or rustic charm just oozing
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When you’re building a conventionally framed home, you don’t think much about pre-planning the electrical system. Sure, you may talk about having enough outlets in the kitchen, or that your hobby room has ample power for your various lights and
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Although your timber frame home is low maintenance, there are still jobs that need attention on a regular basis. If you set up a quarterly schedule of maintenance tasks and inspections, you won’t suddenly be bombarded with a to-do list
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Vacuuming is one of those jobs that no one likes to do. While it doesn’t rank with bathroom cleaning as a least favorite chore, it’s a job that is physically demanding. If you have several levels in your home, that also
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Although the kitchen is primarily a functional space to prepare meals, it is much more than a place to cook. Today’s timber frame kitchen is a multi-purpose area that often acts as an informal dining room, office, study area, play
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If you choose to be an owner/builder for your timber frame house, you will be doing a lot of purchasing of materials. You will likely get to know your local hardware stores well. You may even get on a first
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So your timber frame house or bungalow has been raised, what now? Enclosures finish a timber frame house. You can expect your timber framing company to take care of the enclosures of your house. Most of the companies today
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