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Timber Framing For The Rest Of Us: A Guide To Contemporary Post And Beam Construction (Mother Earth News Wiser Living Series, 12,Used
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All Those Of Us Without Traditional Skills Need To Know To Build With Timber Framingmany Natural Building Methods Rely Upon The Use Of Post And Beam Frame Structures That Are Then Infilled With Straw, Cob, Cordwood, Or More Conventional Wall Materials. But Traditional Timber Framing Employs The Use Of Finely Crafted Jointing And Wooden Pegs, Requiring A High Degree Of Craftsmanship And Training, As Well As Much Time And Expense. However, There Is Another Way...Timber Framing For The Rest Of Us Describes The Timber Framing Methods Used By Most Contractors, Farmers, And Ownerbuilders, Methods That Use Modern Metal Fasteners, Special Screws, And Common Sense Building Principles To Accomplish The Same Goal In Much Less Time. And While There Are Many Good Books On Traditional Timber Framing, This Is The First To Describe In Depth These More Common Fastening Methods. The Book Includes Everything An Ownerbuilder Needs To Know About Building Strong And Beautiful Structural Frames From Heavy Timbers, Including: The Historical Background Of Timber Framing Crucial Design And Structural Considerations Procuring Timbersincluding Different Woods, And Recycled Materials Foundations, Roofs, And Infilling Consdierations The Common Fasteners.A Detailed Case Study Of A Timber Frame Project From Start To Finish Completes This Practical And Comprehensive Guide, Along With A Useful Appendix Of Span Tables And A Bibliography.Highly Illustrated, This Book Enables 'The Rest Of Us' To Build Like The Professionals And Will Appeal To Ownerbuilders, Contractors And Architects Alike.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Timber Framing for the Rest of Us'? A: The book focuses on contemporary timber framing methods that utilize modern metal fasteners and common sense building principles, making it accessible for those without traditional carpentry skills.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Timber Framing for the Rest of Us' is Rob Roy.
- Q: What materials are discussed in the book for timber framing? A: The book discusses various timbers, including different types of wood and recycled materials suitable for building strong and beautiful timber frames.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 176 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of the book? A: The book was published on April 1, 2004.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in timber framing? A: Yes, the book is designed for owner-builders and beginners, providing practical guidance and detailed explanations of modern timber framing techniques.
- Q: Does the book include real-life examples or case studies? A: Yes, it includes a detailed case study of a timber frame project from start to finish, offering practical insights.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: Are there illustrations included in the book? A: Yes, the book is highly illustrated, which helps in understanding the timber framing concepts and methods.
- Q: What kind of condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as a 'Used Book in Good Condition'.