At Timber Frame HQ, we are passionate about timber frame structures – and our goal is to share knowledge and spread that enthusiasm. In that vein, we would like to inspire you with these beautiful frames to while away the […]
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If you are utilizing wooden pegs in your timber frame structure, we recommend close reading of Capacity of Pegged Connections, by Joe Miller, Ph.D. and P.E. Dr. Miller has devoted substantial study to the capacity of wood pegs as they … Tidbits – Capacity of Pegged Connections Read More »
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Timber frame barns are beautiful structures that are built using a construction method that’s been around for millennia. They’re rustic, unique, are of the highest quality, and are just plain gorgeous to look at. If you’ve decided to take on
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In this joinery example, we are detailing two variations of this double tenoned scarf joint. The first uses a hardwood wedge to drive the two pieces together and the other uses pegs. If you want or need a better […]
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Our passion and goal at Timber Frame HQ is to enable you to experience the strength and honest beauty of these sustainable structures. If it’s cold and windy outside, or you need to warm up from playing in the snow,
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The SicklersKayle Sickler is co-owner (along with his father, Greg Sickler) of Settlement Post & Beam, located in Sylvania, Pennsylvania. We asked Kayle how the company originated, and he told us this: “My father, Greg Sickler, started timber framing over
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Ok, so you’re ready to get started on your project, with a plan, materials list, and tools. However, the most powerful tool you’ll bring to your DIY project is your brain, with its enthusiasm, curiosity, and desire to expand your
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There are a lot of circular saws out there that ensure clean cuts with a single pass in 6x material but the only one can claim that title of the biggest worm drive saw on Earth. The SKILSAW Super Sasquatch
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At Timber Frame HQ, it is our passion and goal to enable you to experience the strength and honest beauty of these sustainable structures. What better way to decompress from the holiday bustle and cure the winter blues than to
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J. Scott CampbellJ. Scott Campbell is the owner of Maine Mountain Post & Beam in Fryeburg, Maine. The company specializes in the dismantling, restoration and re-assembly of antique timber frames. They also cut new timber frames using historically correct design
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This dramatic joinery combination hails from temples and structures throughout Asia. If you have a four sided structure and need a clear span without the traditional tie beams over head or just want to add a cool feature to a
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Used primarily on plates and floor systems, this corner joint uses a mortise and tenon on one plate (red) and a tusk tenon on the opposing plate (purple). The opposing plate (purple) gets housed onto the plate for bearing. It
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