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The Timber-Frame Home: Design, Construction, Finishing

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At a glance

Condition
New
Dimensions
8.75 x 0.75 x 11.19 in
Weight
2.24 lb
Publisher
Taunton
Publication date
March 4, 1997
Edition
14th
Language
English

Description

Tedd Benson, a pioneer of the timber framing revival, shares his extensive expertise on this timeless building technique. Combining centuries-old craftsmanship with modern materials, Benson guides you through the process of designing and constructing beautiful, durable, and comfortable timber-frame homes. Whether you’re a seasoned builder or an enthusiastic homeowner, The Timber-Frame Home is your essential guide to creating a unique and inviting space that honors traditional craftsmanship while embracing contemporary living. Key Features:Comprehensive History: Discover the rich history of timber framing and its evolution into contemporary home design. Practical Solutions: Benson addresses common building challenges, such as plumbing, wiring, and insulation, providing practical solutions tailored for timber- frame construction. Stunning Visuals: This new edition is enhanced with hundreds of full-color photos and rendered drawings, making it easier to visualize your project from start to finish. Expert Guidance: Learn from a master timber framer whose extensive experience and insights can help you navigate the complexities of modern timber framing. Joining the Revival: Equip yourself with all the knowledge you need to participate in the exciting timber-frame revival and create your own stunning home. Read more

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Publisher Taunton
Publication date March 4, 1997
Edition 14th
Language English
Print length 238 pages
ISBN-10 1561581291
ISBN-13 90
Item Weight 2.24 pounds

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Great background and visual timber frame home design book
Format: Hardcover
Would recommend this book for background on timber frame homes and visual home design book. Provides terrific background into different options to allow one to speak to a builder if considering a timber frame of your own. Does not include construction details and sizing span tables like Building the Timber Frame House by Tedd Benson with James Gruber, though the two books compliment each other well. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2024 by Matthew

Beautiful book for timber-frame affectionados
Format: Hardcover
From one of the best in the field, this is a beautiful book with lots of useful information and a lot of nice photos and details. I just love this book, if nothing else it will have you dreaming of having your own beautiful timber-framed home with a stunning view in a quiet country side location.
Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2016 by John A.

Pretty good book
Format: Hardcover
Pretty good book. Lots of new stuff in this edition. Good practical info. Some of the valuable old info is miasing. Solution get both his books.
Reviewed in the United States on August 23, 2015 by kitfoxdave

Great Book from design throughout construction, as well as the finished product.
Format: Hardcover
This is an amazing book, which gives a person true insight on the differences of each style of project. Ted covers the facets from design inception and goes through each stage, where a future home owner of a timber frame home can and will benefit greatly. It is a very good step by step book and one for the future home builder/ owner. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 18, 2015 by Gary

Great book, informative with pictures
Format: Hardcover
This is a great hard cover book. We are starting to research timber frame homes to build our own, and this book very informative and includes pictures. This book gave my husband some ideas that he hadn't considered yet, and that says a lot for a man who thinks about our new home every single day.
Reviewed in the United States on February 16, 2015 by Samantha Dravyn

Beautiful book.
Format: Hardcover
I very much like the beautiful cover I think it is so pretty (and useful as I live in a timber frame) I keep it on a display picture holder.
Reviewed in the United States on March 16, 2019 by Marjorie S. Holsinger

Great book
Format: Hardcover
Great book with a good mix of design fundamentals and modern building techniques. If you want to build a drafty old timber-frame barn, look else where. This book is all about a modern energy efficient timber-frame that will last for the next 200 years. Good descriptions of how to handle all the major house systems from the foundation to plumbing and electrical. I am getting ready to build a timber-frame and would highly recommend this book to anyone looking to build one. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 24, 2008 by T. Herzog

Beautiful pictures, highly informative
Format: Hardcover
Beautiful pictures, highly informative without being laboriously detailed. I really enjoyed reading about the history, design of timber frame houses.
Reviewed in the United States on March 19, 2021 by Gus
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