Timber Frame Construction: All About Post and Beam Building (Paperback)

~ Jack A. Sobon (Author), Roger Schroeder (Author) "MOST OF US ARE FAMILIAR WITH A TIMBER-FRAMED BUILDING..." (more)
Key Phrases: New England, Jack Sobon, New Hampshire

Editorial Reviews

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"A sprightly manual on post-and-beam building techniques, well-illustrated with sketches and photos." -- Popular Science

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“If you’ve ever dreamed about building with timbers, this book will convince you that this method is not only beautiful and practical, but often less expensive than “stick building.”  Includes dozens of illustrations and photos.” – Countryside & Small Stock Journal

 

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Product Details

• Paperback: 208 pages
• Publisher: Storey Publishing, LLC (January 5, 1984)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0882663658
• ISBN-13: 978-0882663654
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.3 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #31,223 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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Customer Reviews

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48 of 48 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Off to a good Start., November 1, 1998

By	[e-mail] (Sechelt, BC Canada.) - See all my reviews

" Timber Frame Construction " provides a good basis of knowledge for the expeirenced builder intrested in learning post and beam joinery , from the history of the craft to tools and joints. I found the book a valuable source for my project.

On the down side I could have used more explanation on what joints to use, the best cutting sequence and a greater description of where not to use them.

Overall though I recommend it.

42 of 43 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The best place to start, September 18, 2001

By A Customer

I have bought probably 10 books on timber framing and ended up building my own 2000 sf timber frame barn. I went back to this book more than any other becasue it covers the basics so well.
If you're looking to attempt a fairly straightforward project without any real complex joints or design, this is probably the only book you'll ever need - a great primer and a great basic reference.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Linchpin for starting a timber frame project, January 9, 2007

By	Timber Framer Apprentice (Mount Desert, Maine) - See all my reviews

This book is a sound investment for anyone interested in building a timber frame structure. I had no experience building with wood prior to deciding to build a small timber frame cabin in Maine. I spoke to several timber framers and they all suggested I purchase this book as a reference manual for my cabin project. Mr. John Sweet of Sweet Timber Frames had a copy that was so worn from use that I knew it must be a good reference. Every phase of building the cabin has had its challenges; this book has made what would have been an impossible job an attainable dream. I highly recommend this book to anyone thinking about building a timber frame structure. Thanks to Mr. Sweet for recommending it.