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Building the Timber Frame House: The Revival of a Forgotten Art,New
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For centuries, postandbeam 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 presentday design and materials, house plans, site development, foundation laying, insulation, tools, and methods.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Building the Timber Frame House'? A: The book primarily focuses on the post-and-beam construction technique, detailing its history, joinery methods, assembly processes, and modern design practices.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Building the Timber Frame House' is Tedd Benson, an expert in timber framing.
- Q: What can I expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn about timber framing history, various joinery techniques, assembly of timbers, raising the frame, house plans, site development, and insulation methods.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in timber framing? A: Yes, the book is comprehensive and user-friendly, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced builders interested in timber framing.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 211 pages filled with illustrations and detailed information about timber framing.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition of the book is published in paperback binding.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on September 1, 1981, and is available in a reprint edition.
- Q: Are there any illustrations in the book? A: Yes, the book includes fully illustrated discussions that visually explain different types of joinery and assembly processes.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is in new condition, ensuring that readers receive a quality product.
- Q: Does this book cover modern materials used in timber framing? A: Yes, it includes detailed sections on present-day design and materials used in timber framing.