Lancaster County Timber Frames

Ceiling Options for Your Timber Frame?

It’s probably safe to say that the vast majority of ceilings installed over timber frame roof systems are v-grooved tongue&groove boards, 6” or 8” wide. At least that’s the impression you’d get after leafing through timber frame magazines and books, or after visiting the web sites of timber frame companies. Natural, unfinished white pine seems to be the prevalent choice, and usually provides a complementary, slightly contrasting neutral backdrop for the timbers.There are, however, many ot... READ MORE Posted June 14, 2012 at 07:18 AM

Is Engineering Worth the Cost?

There are some timber framers who have convinced themselves and many of their clients that it is not necessary to have the design of their frames reviewed and approved by a structural engineer. While it is true that there are some structures which have a use designation which does not require engineering analysis, the majority of timber frames erected are for residential, public, or commercial use, all of which bear a clear expectation of structural design and accountability. There are many g... READ MORE Posted August 04, 2011 at 03:13 AM

A Conceptual Design....like a Free Lunch

There's always a sense of excitement in the office when the phone rings and it's a new prospective client on the other end. We know that the client is excited, too. I mean, who would be contemplating spending a pretty fair chunk of change on a new home or an addition if they weren't excited? Usually, there are just two basic questions that are foremost in the minds of many new clients: how much will the timber frame cost? And, how does the process of getting a timber-framed home work? We can ... READ MORE Posted June 28, 2010 at 05:30 AM