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Timber-Frame Home : Design, Construction, Finishing by Tedd Benson (1997, Hardcover)
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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.
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Product Identifiers
PublisherTaunton Press, Incorporated
ISBN-101561581291
ISBN-139781561581290
eBay Product ID (ePID)486685
Product Key Features
Edition2
Book TitleTimber-Frame Home : Design, Construction, Finishing
Number of Pages240 Pages
LanguageEnglish
TopicDesign & Construction, Construction / General, Do-It-Yourself / Carpentry, Buildings / Residential
Publication Year1997
IllustratorYes
FeaturesRevised
GenreHouse & Home, Architecture, Technology & Engineering
AuthorTedd Benson
FormatHardcover
Dimensions
Item Height0.8 in
Item Weight35.1 Oz
Item Length11.1 in
Item Width8.8 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN96-044276
TitleLeadingThe
Edition DescriptionRevised edition
SynopsisBuilt for modern lifestyles, today's timber-frame homes feature open spaces, durable craftsmanship, and an accent on comfort. This book provides a comprehensive reference to timber-frame house design, written by one of the nation's foremost builders of this type of house. 145 color photos. 130 drawings., 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., Two decades ago, Tedd Benson helped kindle the dramatic rebirth of timber framing in this country. Today Benson and others are combining centuries-old timber-framing techniques with modern building materials to create houses that are as beautiful as they are durable and comfortable. In The Timber-Frame Home , Benson traces the history of the timber frame and tells how to create a new house in the tradition of old-world craftsmen. Today's timber-frame house presents unique building problems. Where do you put plumbing and wiring if you don't have stud-frame walls? How do you incorporate glass into the framing to create dramatic views? How do you insulate a timber-frame home? How do you ensure that the building meets codes? In this one-of-a-kind book, a master timber framer shares extensive experience solving these problems. This new edition brings the latest advances in timber framing to life with hundreds of full-color photos and rendered drawings -- all the information you need to join the timber-frame revival.
LC Classification NumberTH4818.W6B464 1997
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- 23 Jan, 2024
title decribes the book clearly and well.
Well written, clear and concise , providing the author's view of timber frame construction. Practical content with well sourced information with relevant historical perspective. sketches are well placed and help greatly with understanding the text describing construction elements and techniques.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 16 Nov, 2017
Learning timber frame construction
I haven't done this type of construction before but this books looks good.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
