Timber frame building

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

POST & BEAM 2-STORY BARN The quintessential New England barn, built using authentic post & beam construction with the most precise mortise & tenon joinery available today. One step inside and you will be moved by the artistry and details. With sweeping arched braces and extra large timbers, the Carriage Barn is nostalgically beautiful, leaving a lasting impression.

15 days down to 1 minute. Building a 44' x 48' Riverton Monitor Barn in Marlborough, MA.

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.

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