Description
Book SynopsisFor centuries, post-and-beam construction has proved to be one of the most durable building techniques. It is being enthusiastically revived today not only for its sturdiness but because it can be easily insulated, it is attractive, and it offers the builder the unique satisfaction of working with timbers.
Building the Timber Frame House is the most comprehensive manual available on the technique. In it you will find a short history, of timber framing and a fully illustrated discussion of the different kinds of joinery, assembly of timbers, and raising of the frame. There are also detailed sections on present-day design and materials, house plans, site development, foundation laying, insulation, tools, and methods.
Trade ReviewBoston Globe If you've been in an old barn and marveled at the great beams and posts, then you know what a timber frame is....
Building the Timber Frame House...is a brilliant book on two levels, as a history and philosophical raison d'etre of timber-frame construction...and [as] a no-nonsense, how-to guide.
Building and Remodeling Instructions are so complete that if you have (or can command) basic carpentry skills, this could be your sole house-building source.
Popular Science A delightful handbook.
Table of ContentsCONTENTSPREFACE
PART I. THE PASTChapter One. WITH BROADAXE AND ADZE: A Look Back
PART II. THE PRESENTChapter Two. STRUCTURES FOR TODAY: Timbers and Frames
Chapter Three. THE JOINER'S VISION: Description and Layout
Chapter Four. THE JOINER'S WORK: Removing Wood
Chapter Five. PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER: Assembly and Raising
PART III. DESIGN THOUGHTSChapter Six. BUILDING FOR STRENGTH: A Structural Look
Chapter Seven. BUILDING FOR TODAY: Design Considerations
APPENDICES1. Beam-Design Formulas
2. Designing Beams by Using Formulas
3. Beam Design Tables
Glossary
References
List of Plates
