Pro timber framers and log home builders tasked with boring through thick materials have choices to make. Do you go with a rugged nail chipper or an ultra smooth auger bit? While each can get the job done, the penetrations […]
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At Timber Frame HQ, it is our passion and goal to encourage you to live the good life in the strength and honest beauty of these sustainable structures. To give you inspiration, we are happy to bring you these magnificent
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There are various things that you will want to consider before designing your small timber frame home. There are several reasons why many people are starting to build these unique homes. With small timber frame floor plans, you will be
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Hudson HartHudson J Hart is Co-CEO (along with Mike Larson) of Big Timberworks, Inc., in Gallatin Gateway, Montana. Hudson describes Big Timberworks (or as Hudson calls it, BT) as “a group of talented craftsmen & craftswomen. We enjoy the opportunities
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It is increasingly common to see news articles and blog posts about intrepid small-home owners and the ingenious solutions they use in building their space-saving houses. Like most people, you probably spent a few minutes looking through the photos and
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The 10×10 Post and Beam King Post Pavilion offers traditional timber frame presence in a size that fits just about anywhere. Whether you’re sheltering a hot tub, creating an outdoor dining area, or building a garden shed, this compact structure
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Encouraging you to live the good life in the strength and honest beauty of these sustainable structures is our mission here at Timber Frame HQ. To further that goal, we bring you inspiring examples of spaces to throw a party,
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1. Post to Beam Option OneUsing Barrel Bolts is a great way to take the tension out of a joint as well as being popular in Post and Beam Construction. It is easy to install and drilling holes in the
Whether you’re just starting your timber frame journey or looking to add a beautiful focal point to your outdoor space, the 10×10 King Post Timber Frame Pavilion delivers charm, flexibility, and traditional artistry—all within a space-conscious footprint.Designed with 6×6 posts
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When you’re driving around new housing developments, you’ll see lots of variations of the typical American dream home – which very often are called McMansions by detractors. These grand homes certainly do have loads of space, room to grow and
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At Timber Frame HQ, it is our main mission to encourage you to live the good life in the strength and honest beauty of these sustainable structures. In that vein, we are happy to continue to bring you inspiring examples
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Gaius HenninWe reached out to Shelter Institute to find out more about this organization in Woolwich, Maine that offers classes, design-build, tools and even real estate. Gaius Hennin, President and Civil Engineer, took the time to respond to our questions. Shelter
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