Learn to Timber Frame: Craftsmanship, Simplicity, Timeless Beauty

The elegant simplicity of timber frame construction is made accessible to all levels of builders with step-by-step building instructions for one small, easy-to-build timber frame cabin, along with plans for modifying it to suit particular needs and locations.

Veteran timber framer Will Beemer takes you through the entire process of building a traditional timber frame from start to finish, beginning with timber sourcing and ending with a finished building. Using full-color photos, detailed drawings, and clear step-by-step instructions, Beemer shows exactly how to build one small (12ʹ x 16ʹ) structure suitable for use as a cabin, workshop, or studio. He also explains how to modify the structure to suit your needs and location by adding a loft, moving doors or windows, changing the roof pitch, or making the frame larger or smaller. You'll end up with a beautiful building as well as solid timber-framing skills that you can use for a lifetime.

Author: Will Beemer
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Storey Publishing
Published: 01/21/2025
Pages: 192
Weight: 1.2lbs
Size: 9.40h x 8.10w x 0.40d
ISBN: 9781635869125