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 …
A timber frame screened porch is a welcoming feature that adds character and charm to a home. Here are five reasons why homeowners should consider building a screened porch: 1. A Screened Porch Stops Pesky Insect Intruders The most obvious …
This joint is known as a “step lap rafter tail” and the joint in the plate is known as a step lap rafter seat. I believe it gets it name as the tail laps over the plate which creates an …
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 …
This is a view of a step lap rafter seat on a 8×8 plate. The joint gets its name as the rafter laps over the plate to create an overhang for shedding rain water off the roof away from the …
Are you just getting started learning about timber frames? That’s great, this page has been designed especially with you in mind. We’ve gathered resources throughout our website and elsewhere on the internet that we feel will help you get started in …
This versatile 12×16 timber frame porch can be used for a wide variety of projects. This plan is also well suited for a shed, pavilion or just a place to get away from it all. Utilizing heavy timber construction and …
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 …