Timber Framing

Timber Framing is a Very Old Building Tradition Timber Framing is an ancient building method that goes back hundreds if not thousands of years. The building method was developed as a way to build strong and secure buildings out of large pieces of wood, without metal nails, which were expensive and labor intensive to produce.

Bits of framing advice the Fine Homebuilding editors all wish they'd known the first (and last) time they strapped on their tool bags.

Building a traditional Japanese ita-kura timber frame house, using tongue and groove boards to create a strong and durable structure.

What could be better? Learn the basics of timber-framing and get an outbuilding in the process.

How Much Does a Timber Frame Cost? Read more about pricing on the VTW's Blog.

People often ask us how a timber frame home differs from a conventional, stick built home. In this post, we’ll address some of the primary ways a timber frame home differs from a conventional stick built home.

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A great view of one of our frames without cladding and roofing. It's a full oak frame with 195mm oak posts and curved 'cathedral' style braces in the stud walls. Get in touch for a trade price. #oakgarage #garage #oak #outbuilding #propertydevelopment

A stunning tiny timber frame cabin frame custom designed and crafted by Black Dog Timberworks featuring live edge cherry braces and red oak loft beam.

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What is the difference between a Barn Kit and a Timber Frame Package at Vermont Timber Works? Learn how our Timber Frame Package is different than a Barn Kit, and which is right for you and your project.

The differences in the different kind of timber building, traditional joinery versus butt joints with bolted steel plates.

Hewn timber truss, arch bottom timber truss, rough sawn timber truss, arch bottom gable truss, exposed washer truss, heavy porch timber truss, hewn timber truss, laminated beam truss, planed arch timber truss, arched fink truss, octagon truss, decorative gable truss, and more!

Some of the Traditional Joinery Methods we use for our Timber Frames. These joints have been used in woodworking for centuries and are strong and durable.

Vintage Timberworks specializes in custom truss fabrication using reclaimed timbers. Trusses can be built for either structural or decorative purposes. Contact us today for more information!

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