If the building site on your property is on a slope, you have added design options for your timber frame home. Leveling that site can be expensive and time consuming, as well as a lot of work, so you may […]
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If you’re in the design stage of your timber frame home, this is a perfect opportunity to incorporate a guest suite in your plans. Whether you’re planning a dedicated guest suite or a multipurpose area that functions as an office,
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After working on projects with folks and after getting your questions, it was easy to see some common threads. So I developed this Ebook with the goal of answering those questions and to set your mind at ease in order
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What is the difference between hybrids vs full timber frames? A full timber frame house uses posts and beams for all the structural exterior walls and interior walls. This allows great expanses of open space and the frame is completely
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If you’re planning to build a multi-storied timber frame home, the chances are pretty good you’ll be agonizing over what type of stairway to have built. You’re right to spend time researching timber frame stair systems, as they can be
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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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The snow has melted and spring flowers are peeking through the cold, damp soil. You’ve started trimming winter-damaged plants and are removing the windblown leaves and debris that’s accumulated on your yard and in your planting beds. This warmer weather
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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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When builders and architects say “timber frame” what they mean is that the structure of an entire building or maybe just a portion of it is supported primarily by large wooden timbers that are joined with pegs or by other types
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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
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