Yes, there is no reason why a conventional design cannot be constructed with Timber Frame. However, since we need to balance the structural capacities, of the timbers, with the requirements of the floor plan, we ask that you allow us a bit of flexibility to make necessary changes or adjustments so ensure proper location of posts. There will be some minor differences in the foundation and sub floor systems.

The first step in TREE TOP TIMBER FRAMES design/build process is to fill out the TREE TOP Project Questionnaire. The Questionnaire is a way to begin designing your home, it is made up of design related items and expectations. TREE TOP TIMBER FRAMES also has numerous design aids that can help with your design. Books such as “The Not So Big House”, “Timberframe Interiors” and “Timberframe Plan Book”, sample floor plans and many pictorials.

The most common local woods are Douglas Fir, Spruce and Pine. Maple, Oak, Cherry or almost any available species of wood can be used. For timbers that will be exposed to the elements we can either use any wood with has been treated with our special timber preservative or Western Red Cedar. For the dowels we have used Oak, Hickory, Ash and Rock Maple. We also fabricate our own dowels complete with end embellishments (several options available).

Timber framing is very adaptable to different architectural styles. A huge percentage of the work we do is from clients who like a certain plan, but who wish to change a few things to meet their needs. We are careful not to reproduce any copyrighted plans from other companies, and work with you to use your plan as a starting point to develop a custom timber frame home that is uniquely yours.

Unlike conventional homes in which the frame, built with two by sixes, is concealed beneath gyproc or plaster boards, the frame, built with large eight by eight finished timbers, for Timber Frame construction is entirely exposed. These heavy timbers make a stunning architectural design feature.

Yes we have a completed Timber Frame show home available for viewing. The show home is 2400 sq. ft. with a full Timber Framed walkout basement, and large great space. Please call to make an appointment we look forward to meeting you. Unlike most Timber Framers, we actually do live in a Timber Frame home. We have been in our home for over 8 years.

TREE TOP TIMBER FRAME’S designers work with you to design your custom home. We provide you with: Building details drawings. Incorporating high performance energy efficient weather tight building details.

Yes. Not all areas in New England require stamped drawings. Should that service be required in your state, county, or town, our frames can be stamped. Usually the fee ranges from $1200.00 to $2,000.00 depending on the complexity of the timber frame.

A Windriver timber frame is not a kit house. The floor plans available were designed for clients, and are meant only to provide ideas. Each frame is unique, based on your wants, needs, and dreams; that is where we start, with you.

This is a difficult comparison because of the obvious differences in the two types of construction. We believe that if you were to build conventionally to the same energy efficient levels and similar high quality custom interior finish, you would most likely pay more. At best we believe you would pay the same as a custom home and as little as 10% more than an average home.

This process can take as little as three months or as long as nine months depending on the complexity of design and the number of changes required to refine it. When the design is complete, it generally takes eight weeks to cut and deliver your frame package. However, if time is critical, it is sometimes possible to improve on the delivery time of the package.

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The simple answer is anything, so the external appearance will reflect your preference, and will be in harmony with the plot and the design of the building.

We always try to be flexible, so that if the client has a mortgage lender who will only release monies at certain stages, we will try to tie in our invoices to the lender’s schedule.

a natural building material, timbers characteristically have slight variations in grain and color. Occasionally a slight grain separation, known as a "check", will appear on the surface of a timber. Checking does not compromise the strength of a timber; it's a naturally occurring feature that can occur when timbers contain heartwood (wood cut from the center of the tree). Checking can also occur if timber is allowed to dry too quickly.

This obviously depends on the size of the frame, the resources you have available to you and to a certain extent, the weather conditions. Timber frame does not rely on the weather as much as more traditional techniques, that said, in fair weather, one of our specialist teams would have a typical frame completed anywhere between 7-10 days.

To start with, Bensonwood is the company largely responsible for reviving timberframing in America and combining it with modern innovations and ideas. As innovators we are constantly re-inventing the way homes are conceived, designed, built and maintained. Our staff of award-winning designers, architects and engineers help bring your vision into focus.

There is no differentiation between masonry and timber frame homes regarding qualification for a mortgage or insurance purposes. All Modern Timber Homes fully comply with and often exceed all building and fire regulations.

Timber Frame houses comply fully with the same fire standards as all new houses built. The structural frame used behind suitable wall linings has no bearing on the actions of a fire. All Modern timber Homes thermal insulation are based around fibreglass or rock wool which do no smoulder or generate toxic fumes when heated. Their fire safety complies fully with the current building regulations.

Many reasons - speed of construction, superior insulating properties, accuracy of construction & fit, guaranteed delivery date.

Usually the cost is the same as conventional build. The added benefit of cheaper heating costs are free.

The Lincoln Logs design and engineering staff has worked with thousands of homebuyers who've had the same questions and concerns that you have. We can make modifications to a Lincoln Logs plan; work with existing plans from other sources, and design homes completely from scratch. Either way, your home can be as unique as you are. We can adapt your ideas into the Lincoln Logs building system.

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This is intended to be a list of items which are different in a timber frame from traditional cavity-wall construction. We have compiled it in an attempt to clarify what questions need to be asked, and to illustrate that while there are differences, they need not lead to increased difficulty or inflated costs. Most building departments require stamped drawings. Anything that is non-prescriptive will need to be engineered.

All of our Polytunnels are supplied with doors at both ends of your polytunnel. All the timber used for our doors and for base/side rails has been impregnated with TANALITH? E wood preservative under controlled conditions in a vacuum pressure impregnation plant. Following impregnation the preservative bonds with the wood structure making it impossible to remove. The timber is then protected against fungal (rot) and insect attack to ensure long service life.

Yes we construct Timber Frames in the U.S. We typically fly the Owner up to Edmonton via Edmonton’s International Airport (15 minutes from our office) for a weekend, to complete the initial design. Our engineers have working knowledge of the American timber and building codes, including seismic analysis and design. The complete pre-finished Timber Frame will be shipped to the project job site.

We have built timber frame structures with recycled timbers. When old buildings are demolished, the salvaged timbers are generally of excellent quality and we find it can be quite rewarding to bring in an ancient timber back to life.

Once the design phase is completed, we begin cutting the frame. We take timbers which have been sized on a four-sided planer, and hand plane them for a furniture-smooth finish. We then cut the joinery details, sand it, and oil the member. Once all members are cut, we transport the frame to your home site and assemble it. Assembly generally takes a few days. When completed, the timber frame is like a fine piece of furniture.

The erected frame is typically enclosed with structural insulated panels (SIPS). Drywall or plasterboard is hung on the frame and then the panels are attached over the drywall to the exterior of the frame. We attach drywall to the roof panels prior to raising them, and they are set in place over purlins or rafters typically placed on 4-foot centers, leaving no seams to be taped and finished. At this point, the home is tar paper away from being dried-in.

Emotional Appeal. The feel of a timber frame building is one of warmth, strength and security. Timber framing allows the homeowner to vary the amount of "wood" look throughout the home. By using a mixture of T&G, drywall and other materials you are not tied to one theme or look. Design Flexibility. Since there are typically no interior load bearing walls, your floor plan can be very open, and can be changed as the needs of the occupants change. Durability/Longevity.