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October-December 2000 Guestbook Entries Does anyone have experience of using long handled Japanese spear planes (yariganna) to finish long lengths of timber. How is this tool used ? Where can I buy one ? Ken Hume Ken Hume <ken@kfhume.freeserve.co.uk> Bramley, Hants England - Thursday, December 28, 2000 at 18:26:53 (EST) I am very interested in the preservation and documentation of any unusual timberframe outbuildings that are part of the united counties of Dundas \|Stormont and glengarry--Ontario Canada. The buildings have to meet certain criteria such as pre 1860 or older, the present owners should have some knowledge of their history such as their original use, and the family that built them. thank you richard casselman richard casselman <richardc@mor-net.on.ca> morrisburg, on can - Tuesday, December 26, 2000 at 14:45:43 (EST) Hi ,i am a carpentry instructor here in melbourne australia,and are wanting information on american framing practices ,for both my students and myself. This offer is extended to teachers in the US and any business that may be able to help me with any information that may be relevent to my cause. Also any new technology that may have become available in the past 12 months would be an advantage to me.Please e-mail me at mickfish@nex.net .com.au mick turnbull <mickfish@nex.net.com.au> melbourne, victoria australia - Tuesday, December 26, 2000 at 05:11:38 (EST) Help! We purchased some land in Cypress, TX which is a suburb of Houston, TX. We are planning on building a frame house on the land. There are about 15 pine trees that need to be cut down because they are dead because of pine beetle infestation. Do you know of anyone that would cut them down for us at no charge if we gave them the trees for lumber. The would is still perfectly good as the pine beetles only seem to affect the bark of the tree. Please let us know if you have any suggestions to help us. Sincerely, Richard Wakefield & Raphael O'Leary Richard Wakefield & Raphael O'Leary <frog_bear@hotmail.com> Houston, TX USA - Wednesday, December 20, 2000 at 22:52:37 (EST) I am interested buying a Green Oak Frame kit to build a home in the style of an English Barn. I know of companies in the UK which do this kind of work, but was wondering if anyone knows of a supplier in the United States? I have been searching on the web without much success, so anyone's input would be appreciated. Thank you. Karen Arnold <sarnold897@aol.com> Denver, CO - Monday, December 18, 2000 at 08:34:44 (EST) Hi there, My wife and I are very interested in building our own home on a recently purchased parcel in Washington State. We are interested in being our own General Contractor for the project and would be interested in corresponding with others who have a similar interest. We'd like to explore possibilities of doing some group buying of materials and skilled labor to try and make our dream affordable. We would also like to hear from craftsmen and those that have "been there and done that" as well as anyone interested in sharing ideas for planning, designs, site selection, preparation, construction or anything else that might be relevant. Please join us at our new discussion group at the link below. (No commercial solicitations please) http://www.egroups.com/group/TimberFrame Hope to hear from you soon, Thanks! George & Jan Washougal WA George Smirnoff <george@e-z.net> Washougal , WA USA - Saturday, December 16, 2000 at 23:25:44 (EST) I have been timber framing all over the world for 30 years and am cuurently in England which is cold and wet! Does anybody in a warm dry country need any work done? I could come and stay at your home to save me money, I don't eat much and am quite plea sant company. Would prefer somewhere near a beach. Ian Forbes <Ian@timberframes.org.uk> oxford, england - Wednesday, December 13, 2000 at 17:15:26 (EST) Hey, first off thanks to you folks that have responded to my post in the guestbook,WOW!!I am convinced that timber framers are a great bunch of people with a little bit of time to try and give some guidanceto a new guy.I have always had a great desire to learn the craft and finally have had enough with my present career and corporate America in general.I am still interested in joining up with a small operation but, in my original post I included my current address which is Reno NV. I have not intention on staying in this area much longer, 15years is long enough..I am trying to make a move back to my home state of Pennsylvania, and am willing to do some regional travel.So thanks again for your emails and looking forward to hearing from more folks intere sted in a beginner with a strong desire to learn timber framing.Also already have crane and boom truck certs. as well as 30 years exp.& clean CDL license. Thanksagain Louis Philippe Frelin bibendumazu@yahoo.com Louis Philippe Frelin <bibendumazu@yahoo.com> Reno, NV USA - Tuesday, December 12, 2000 at 16:09:53 (EST) Hi, I found your website through a very helpful and overbooked timber framer in the Sierra Foothills. Everything on your website has been very helpful. Joel McCarty suggested that I post this question to your bulletin board for help: We have just purchased a spot of land in Fort Bragg, CA and are planning to build a timber frame house (24'x36') & studio (32'x60') from the white fir on our property. We are looking to design a scissor-truss or hammerbeam frame for studio and probably f or the house as well. After spending some time with several TF books, I realize that we need professional help here. Any suggestions on where I can find someone to help design and engineer our buildings? Thanks for your thoughts. Amy Wynn and Nick Taylor Amy Wynn <amyhwynn@yahoo.com> Oakland, CA USA - Monday, December 11, 2000 at 11:26:07 (EST) When will Jeff Zody's next report come out? Brook Zody <beau@ligtel.com> Warsaw, In - Sunday, December 10, 2000 at 21:39:12 (EST) Looking for members in the area wanting to hire a Carpenter. I have had poor luck trying to locate anyone. I'm not fixed in the Ottawa area and am willing to move if the price is right. US ok but would need help getting a green card. I have taken the Heritage Carpenty course from Algonqin College and am familliar with the basics and wnting to learn much more. Any help would be much appreciated. Thanks, Jon Jon Wilson <jkwilson@mail.com> Ottawa, Ontario Canada - Saturday, December 09, 2000 at 20:16:31 (EST) I am looking for an engineer or draftsman that can put my sketches into a blue print for a Timberframe house. Terry Burns tburns62@concentric.net Terry Burns <tburns62@concentric.net> Coleman, MI USA - Thursday, December 07, 2000 at 13:58:11 (EST) I am currently constructing a timber-frame porch using salvaged douglas fir timbers. It is a south facing porch, and the timbers will be exposed to the elements. We're hoping for a clear finish, and were wondering if you had any recommendations for finish products. Thanks fo your help. Kevin Schulman <schul012@mc.duke.edu> Durham, NC - Tuesday, December 05, 2000 at 11:40:16 (EST) I am planning to build an addition to my four-square, hipped roof style home. I wonder if this is at all compatible with timberframe construction. I would really like to take advantage of the space and beauty, but I'm not sure if it can tie in to this type of home. Anyone have an idea? Rick Palmer <rjp456@monmouth.com> Fair Haven, NJ USA - Tuesday, December 05, 2000 at 10:38:10 (EST) >> i have a recycled doug fir frame with a danish oil finish. the structure >> was erected in the rain and as a result has several stains that need to be >> removed. is there a solution ican use to spot clean or do i need to sand >> and reoil every square inch of the frame. or can i just sand the bad spots >> and blend in the oil in those areas. any advice would be greatly >> appreciated or if you can steer me to some one who might know what to do. >> thanx brock brock <brock@itol.com> sturgeon bay, wi usa - Saturday, December 02, 2000 at 19:00:08 (EST) I am considering taking a year off of work and building my home enough to move in. If Someone is willing to spend a summer in Finland working/supervising me and a few Unimployed boat builders. I hope to start a business in Timberframing as this seems to be an untapped market here,resources we got, Its unbelievable that in this cold n ation that no one has built a sip insulated home yet,but a company here stated that he cold make panels if I build. Maybe you will find a beautiful Finnish wife and stay!!! Thank you Mike Hanyi Mike Hanyi <mhanyi@yahoo.com> Jarvenpaa, Finland - Tuesday, November 28, 2000 at 14:55:09 (EST) I am planning to purchase a new timberframe barn frame in the near future. I have begun to research various companies in the New England area to get pricing information. I have also thought of contacting timberframe companies in Canada. I thought that with the exchange rate being very favorable and the cost of labor being lower in Canada that it may end up costing less getting a frame out of Canada. I realize the shipping would be quite a bit more and there may be duty charges, but overall it may be le ss expensive. Has anyone out there purchased frames out of Canada or have any idea on pricing. Also, does it make sense to get a frame out of Canada when there are so many good framers in New England? Any information would be much appreciated. Thanks John Baier <john_baier@timberland.com> Hampton Falls, NH USA - Tuesday, November 28, 2000 at 09:39:24 (EST) Hi, business is booming and we are currently looking for a timber framer in the Northern Colorado area. We are located 10 miles West of Ft. Collins, CO. We are looking to hire someone full time. You would begin working mid December. Contact Mark or Kathy Miller (970) 461-1523 if interested. Thank You! Kathy Miller <mkmiller@info2000.net> Masonville, CO USA - Friday, November 24, 2000 at 16:43:17 (EST) German Master Carpenter looking for a challenging timber framing job in California or other West Coast State. Hips and valleys, post and beam, design-software etc. no problem. I worked in Cal last year for few weeks. I am in possession of Permanent Res ident Card. Please reply if interested. Mike Scholl <mike@mikescholl.de> Germany - Tuesday, November 21, 2000 at 15:03:20 (EST) I am looking for a 20 x 30 post and beam barn in good condition in northern New England.Will take down and clean up site.Please contact me at-(802)793-6512 or e-mail me at foxjohn@mail.com thanks John Fox <foxjohn@mail.com> Stowe, VT USA - Sunday, November 19, 2000 at 18:41:27 (EST) I currently spend 9 to 10 hrs a week enjoying the website, have met some really great folks via the tfguild. I am also fed up with my current career and am trying to become more involved in the craft. I am hoping to find a small operation which is in n eed of a good crane operator with a very clean driving record [commercial drivers license] of course.And most of all the desire to learn the timber frame craft. Thanks again..Louis Philippe Frelin in bibendumazu@yahoo.com Louis Philippe Frelin <bibendumazu@yahoo.com> Reno, NV USA - Monday, November 13, 2000 at 14:16:32 (EST) I'm interested in knowing which companies manufacture timber-framed homes or post and beam using computer aided manufacturing to produce joints rather than hand construction. Also, does anyone out there use engineered lumber rather than timbers? (other than for unique applications) don hoyte <don.hoyte@cpa.state.tx.us> Austin, TX U.S - Thursday, November 09, 2000 at 17:16:16 (EST) We are just getting intrested in building a Timber Frame Home and have been to our first Show. I am doing research on the total process and your site look like a good begining. You courses interested me as I design all the homes we have build and hav e a good understanding of basic construction but I am sure that timber framing is a different engerneering aspect. Roxanne Martin <mrsmariea@prodigy.net> Forney, TX USA - Wednesday, November 08, 2000 at 11:49:02 (EST) are there any timber framers in utah ? I am very interested ,been a finsh and framing carpenter for 20 years, looking for knowledge jonathan r krausert <krausert@msn.com> slc., ut us - Monday, November 06, 2000 at 20:17:59 (EST) I'm looking for one(1) Larch(Tamarack) log for an upcoming project. 16-18 feet long, 20-30 inch diameter, as few branches/knots as possible. Any sources or leads would be apreciated. I can be reached by email or my 800 number: 800-317-1129. Tom Musco, Royalston Oak Timber Frames <tmusco@hotmail.com> Royalston, MA USA - Monday, November 06, 2000 at 12:56:09 (EST) I am seeking someone to work with me to finish my 2 bay timber frame. I would particularily like to find someone who is resident in North Hampshire or West Berkshire, England. Age and experience is not so important as full training will be given. Conta ct Ken on 44 1256 881344 or email at ken@kfhume.freeserve.co.uk For further information check out our website at www.kfhume.freeserve.co.uk Ken Hume <ken@kfhume.freeserve.co.uk> Bramley, H England - Monday, November 06, 2000 at 02:46:04 (EST) hello from nebraska! i have been a guild member for over a year now and have enjoyed all the guild publications very much. i am currently dismantling a 46' x 60' barn for salvage and for a good learning experience. if there are any other timber frame enthusiasts in nebraska or nearby, i'd love to hear from you. thanks! troy schon <teachry@juno.com> lincoln, ne USA - Sunday, November 05, 2000 at 16:36:57 (EST) Barn Raising!! Sat. Nov. 11 @ 10:00 AM. Located in York, Maine. 4 bents (one is a hammerbeam). Barn measures approx. 20 x 40. Need all the help I can get. E-mail me for a map. Located just off of I-95. Easy to get to. Food - Fun - Freindship. Hope to see you there. Larry Mazoway <larrymaz@cybertours.com> York, ME USA - Sunday, November 05, 2000 at 07:18:47 (EST) Hi. I'm looking for some timberframe help with an old house in NE Mass. It's in need of sill/post work (termite damage) and some beams in the basement need reinforment. Any references would be appreciated. Andrew Barber <ajbarber at yahoo.com> Chelmsford, MA USA - Monday, October 30, 2000 at 21:36:35 (EST) We have a 1908 round end barn, 40X80' that we are considering donating to our local historical society. Can anyone tell me where to find someone to take it down and reconstruct it? We live in Northern Illinois. Thank you. Cathy Ross <rossx5@aeroinc.net> German Valley, IL USA - Wednesday, October 25, 2000 at 22:45:38 (EDT) I am extremely impressed with your organization and the terrific benefit to the young people involved. Simon and Bonnie Gnehm are personal friends of mine, and I have known for years - that, whatever they do, they do well, very well. Congratulat ions to you all!! Sincerely, Tom Schilt PS - Leave it to the Swiss to get things done right!! Tom Schilt <tlschilt@yahoo.com> Monroe, Wi usa - Sunday, October 22, 2000 at 19:48:44 (EDT) i have a chance to obtain an old barn that appears in excellent condition. i want to move it to my property which is about 5 miles away. i would appreciate any contacts about local companies that provide dismanteling and relocating services in centra l indiana. the farmer is going to burn down the barn shorting if i don't move forward. any information would be appreciated. mike klinger <mike_klinger@yahoo.com> Cicero, IN USA - Friday, October 20, 2000 at 00:14:37 (EDT) looking for a timber frame erection company? please contact tom bracegirdle. tom bracegirdle <tom@ascotconstruction.freeserve.co.uk> bolton, lancashire england - Thursday, October 19, 2000 at 10:03:21 (EDT) hello everybody, my husband and i are architects in ny state. we are looking for a list of timber frame construction companies for a job (our future home) in columbia county (ny). the project involves post & beam + s.i.p. panels. the frame has already been designed and e ngineered, the timber and the panel to be delivered on the site next week; the foundation and first floor deck already been completed. our ex contractor pulled out of the job at the very last moment confessing his inadequate experience with timber frame c onstruction. can you help us to find a tf builder in this area to erect the frame ? thanks, db daniela bertol <dbertol@hntb.com> new york, ny us - Tuesday, October 17, 2000 at 13:55:06 (EDT) i have a like new makita router for panels and attachments for 4.5 and 5.5 for anybody interested in purchasing. matthew troxell <phazer@ptd.net> lehighton , pa us - Thursday, October 05, 2000 at 13:58:37 (EDT) Howdy, ya'll! I am in the process of acquiring a Makita 16 5/16" beam saw. I need a point of contact for any recommended source of supply for a replacement table. I have heard that there is a precision replacement table that turns this saw into a very accurate saw. any advice is welcomed and appreciated. Al Steiner <provhome@cyberport.net> kalispell, mt usa - Thursday, October 05, 2000 at 00:35:04 (EDT) I have some pieces of red oak that I would like to cut down to beam size. I have not been able to get a portable sawmill person to take on this "small" job. I am also told that they cannot handle pieces 30 inches thick. Can I square them off with a c hainsaw without damage to the wood? Is there a portable sawmill that would be effective and inexpensive? What is the longest beam I should try to create and still avoid twisting etc.? What is the thickest I should try to create and still have beams I c an use for building purposes? Is there a substance I am supposed to treat the ends with to avoid cracking/splitting? Thank you for your help. John Olesnavage Michigan john olesnavage <olesnava@pilot.msu.edu> lupton, mi usa - Wednesday, October 04, 2000 at 11:26:18 (EDT) My brother and I are travelling down from Portland OR to California until early Dec to learn further; scribe, raising - hand?, hand cutting axes etc, trig/goemetry use, cob walling, bamboo, cleaving, frame and joint engineering, log scribe. Can camp and usually work for learning with a little travel money thrown in, work hard, fell free to ask. Canoe building to be learnt. adam holmes <holmesiow@hotmail.com> - Tuesday, October 03, 2000 at 21:49:31 (EDT) I am currently backpacking through the us. I have done an apprenticeship in timber farming,as well as a few extra raisings. I am currently in california helping with one right now(I also brought my chisel ???). I would like to gain more experience in timber framing,if anyone is looking for help,I am looking for a job,or I would work as a volenteer in exchange for room and boar d(I will buy my own beer). David Houghton <davehoughton@hotmail.com> - Tuesday, October 03, 2000 at 16:02:59 (EDT) We are trying to find good quality timber frame erectors in England. Please can anyone help. We are snowed under with work and are using one erector. Thanks. Marion Burgess Marion Burgess <mail.stf@virgin.net> Southampton, Hants England - Monday, October 02, 2000 at 14:00:29 (EDT) Back to Guestbook Archives