In a hexagonal timber frame where the plates around the perimeter join with the principal rafter, it is a bit tricky from an engineering standpoint. This is just one solution, and in this case, a steel post was used instead […]
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Just the housings and rafters to cut this boss pin detail would certainly challenge any timber framer. The central post is typically called a boss pin, and it is used when you have several hips and valleys coming together at
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While joining a strut from a king post or bottom chord is a simple timber frame joint to cut, it is essential to look at the connection details. In this upper king post strut to rafter detail, we use a 3/4″
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A classic joint for a king post to rafter connection uses a 1 1/2″diminished housing, and because it is designed for oak it uses a 1 1/2″ tenon. This upper king post joinery is a classic and robust connection. As always,
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While this fully housed mortise and tenon joint does not have the dramatic effect that a diminished housing does, it offers a more straightforward look with a more traditional feel. It is the style I chose for the construction of
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ASSY Screws in Steel to Wood Shear Connections Reprinted with permission of Max Closen, MyTiCon Timber Connectors, Vancouver, BC, Canada.
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Reprinted with permission of Max Closen, MyTiCon Timber Connectors, Vancouver, BC, Canada. ASSY Screws in Steel to Wood Tension Connections
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Timber Frame Post Detail for a precast concrete foundation wall system called Superior Walls, which architects and builders often use. Visit Superior’s website for more information.
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Dropping a timber post through the floor system is often necessary – here is a floor system post pocket detail showing one method.
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It is often necessary to build up a timber frame loft floor system to run HVAC ducts, install can lighting, or any number of other reasons. This detail shows a simple way to achieve this. It even sports an overhang to
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