Timber Frame Construction
Description
Discover the satisfaction of making your own durable, economical, and environmentally friendly timber frame structures with the help of this accessible guide book.
Covering all aspects of timber frame construction, this practical guide is filled with easy-to-understand instructions, clear illustrations, and helpful photographs. With expert advice on selecting appropriate timber, necessary tools, safety considerations, joinery techniques, assembly, and raising, Jack Sobon and Roger Schroeder encourage beginners by offering complete plans for a small toolshed.
Turn your dream of a timber frame house into a reality!
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Introduction
Chapter 1 Timber Framing: Then and Now
Chapter 2 The Timber Frame
Chapter 3 Joinery
Chapter 4 The Wood
Chapter 5 Designing for Strength
Chapter 6 Building the Shed
Chapter 7 Assembly and Raising
Chapter 8 Closing In
Chapter 9 Projects
Chapter 10 Timber Frame Revivers
Appendix
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