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Hello I am looking for a timberframer around the Dorset area of Ontario. I have my own timber's, they could be sent out to your mill or done on site. Thank You
Doug Hoffarth <hoffarth@speedline.ca>
Oshawa, Ont. Canada - Tuesday, December 29, 1998 at 16:43:20 (EST)

I would like to know if there are any hands on classes or workshops in the Pennsylvania area for a beginner to learn the trade. If anyone knows please send me an e-mail.
Evan Cost <evan.cost@effem.com>
Audubon, PA USA - Tuesday, December 29, 1998 at 15:17:37 (EST)

Thanks TF Guild for an excellent web page. Guys, I would like to hear from people who have cut a frame using yellow poplar. I have an abundant source but still am unsure of its characteristics, mainly checking. Thanks, Tom Pace
Tom Pace <jomeokee@surry.net>
Pinnacle, NC USA - Tuesday, December 29, 1998 at 03:59:02 (EST)

Job Opening, full time job timber framing, shop work, will train the right person. Free place to live. In the mountains of NC. Call Steve Smith at 828 369 8186.
Steve Smith <coweemtn@hotmail.com>
Franklin , NC USA - Tuesday, December 22, 1998 at 19:34:39 (EST)

Help!! I'm looking to raise a 1,000 sq ft timber home in the spring of 2000 on the western shore of the Chesapeake Bay in southern Maryland. I found this web site in the 1999 Timber Frame Home Buyers Guide. Not only am I looking for local craftspersons, but ones with an environmental slant. This home is small because that's all I need! In the process I hope to incorporate radiant heating with minimual impact stove heating for 24 hr comfort for my pets. I have contacted a few reasonably close companies to see if they are interested in such a small and environmentally sound home, with windows on all four sides complimented by ceiling fans for summer weather. I am currently a home owner in good standing and can sell my house - this is not just a "dream". But in the last year that I've been reading and studying everying thing I can, I'm beginning to wonder!! Are there really folks out there that are interested in single folks who only want smaller homes? I look forward to anyone who would reply to this note. L.S. Steele at P.O. Box 811 in North Beach, MD 20714-0811 or e-mail Bayshell@aol.com but be SURE to mention timber homes in the subject line or in half a heart beat I'll hit the delete key thinking your just one of a zillion junk prono's that we all get. Quality, environment, and craftsmanship! Thank you.
L. S. Steele <Bayshell@aol.com>
North Beach, MD - Sunday, December 20, 1998 at 18:12:03 (EST)

We are looking for a framer to construct an addition to a home in Eastern Long Island. The timber framing is on site- already cut. The building permit has been obtained. The foundation has been poured. We are ready to start at once. There is the possibility of a second project after this, a freestanding barn of 3000 sq. ft. Thanks.
Christopher Dal piaz <smlsport@worldnet.att.net>
new york, ny usa - Wednesday, December 16, 1998 at 14:24:44 (EST)

Through various sources, I have read a lot about the best ways to heat a timberframe home. However, I have not seen much about the best way to cool a house. I would be interested in hearing from some of the southern US timberframers/contractors on their experiences regarding air conditioning a timberframe house. How's the best way to go about it? Where are the ducts located, if indeed a central air system is used? Any thoughts and comments are appreciated. Thanks in advance.
Kelly Maddoux <kelly@bd-c.com>
Tulsa, OK USA - Wednesday, December 16, 1998 at 13:57:50 (EST)

Hello all serious minded traditional woodworking enthusiasts If you need training or help with projects through consulting by mail or Email give me a try. Courses tailored to your needs involving the use of traditional woodworking tools are my speciality. Thirty years experience in the field of restoration, with mid 19th century buildings of all types. Waterpowered mills including Muley saw mills, woolen mills, and grist mills are quite a part of my background experience. If you are experiencing problems in these areas give me a chance to help you, I do consulting in many ways. I intend to sponsor a hands on course about mid 1999, dealing with both hewing and adzing, inquire if you are interested
richard casselman <richardc@mor-net.on.ca>
morrisburg , on canada - Tuesday, December 15, 1998 at 21:11:50 (EST)

Looking for a timberframer to reassemble a barn in Iowa. I razed the barn this year and the timbers are in storage and I plan to build Spring of 99. Looking for insulated panel installers also. Thank you and I appreciate the info I can get on this site.
Mark <jmadams@dwx.com>
West Des Moines, IA - Sunday, December 13, 1998 at 02:11:41 (EST)

I am an apprentice with a timberframing company in Franklin, North Carolina, and I am interested in working with a timber framing company. Is there any experienced timber framers who would hire and train further a hghly interested apprentice.
Brad Mathis <Bradleysmathis@hotmail.com>
Franklin, NC USA - Friday, December 11, 1998 at 17:28:37 (EST)

THIS IS COOL
Simon <simon@simon31.freeserve.co.uk>
melksham, england - Thursday, December 10, 1998 at 06:23:19 (EST)

I am interested in teaching myself and my son's about timber framing. We hope to purchase some property in 1999 and to build our home as well as out buildings on a farm using timber from the property. We would be interested in books, and onhands traning. We currenty travel around the country and since we home school we can go just about anywhere, (but prefer to stay closer to home). If there are some good books that would give me good basic, or indepth information I would appreciate the referal. Also we would be willing to work and learn from someone that needs help and has knowledge. We own a 5th wheel and truck, we full time RV now as we have been working to save our money to buy property and homestead for my children. My email address is jtbirdsong@juno.com.
Jim Birdsong <jtbirdsong@juno.com>
Branson, Mo USA - Monday, December 07, 1998 at 16:30:26 (EST)

RAISING NOTICE: We will be raising a 4 bent hammerbeam frame on Monday Dec 28th. The public is invited. It is a church building. There will be quite a crowd and meals will be served on the grounds! We are 20 miles from Williamsburg VA(on the Richmond side). If you are interested it attending you may call and get details and directions. Call Jay Wise at (804) 829-2582 or write me at lsucncms@erols.com. Thanks to the Guild form making this board available.
Jay Wise <lsucncms@erols.com>
Charles City, VA 23030 - Thursday, December 03, 1998 at 18:29:42 (EST)

WANTED: I am in search of a used Makita or Mafel Chain Mortiser, AND/OR Miller's Falls Boring Machine or equivilant. Please contact me at bartpop@gorge.net or at 541-490-8228. Thanks.
Bart Popenoe <bartpop@gorge.net>
Hood River, OR USA - Thursday, December 03, 1998 at 02:43:58 (EST)

I learned about your website from John McFarland, during a lecture he gave in my Barn class at Bucks County Community College. This website is truly fascinating! Thanks for the heads-up John! I look forward to seeing more pictures and reading about timber framing here!
Lisa DeLellis <ldelellis@aol.com>
Doylestown, PA USA - Wednesday, December 02, 1998 at 21:56:09 (EST)

I am planning on building in the summer of 1999 and would like to make contact with timber frame / post and beam builders in Washington or BC Canada.
Gordon Bennett <gordonb@oceankayak.com>
Custer , WA USA - Wednesday, December 02, 1998 at 14:03:09 (EST)

My wife and I are looking to build a timberframe home (4Bdr, 2 Bath). We've been pre-approved for $150K, but aren't sure if this is enough to build a complete timberframe home. Is a timberframe home out of our price range? What options are there for paritial timberframes? Are there any timberframe companies in western Tennessee?
Michael Schwerin <mjschwerin@aol.com>
Millington, TN 38053 - Wednesday, December 02, 1998 at 08:24:15 (EST)

We would like to build a timber frame home and would like to make contact with builders in our area. Would also consider contractors that have constructed kits or packages from non-local designers. Please email us.
David Lessard <DRLKJL@YAHOO.COM>
BLOOMINGTON, IN USA - Thursday, November 26, 1998 at 21:49:48 (EST)

Just a quick note to all the framers that helped with the Malabar Farm barn raising in 1994. The barn is doing well and we have visitors daily that remark on how much they enjoyed the barn raising and the new barn. I hope to invite you back for the Visitor Center building, but that seems a couple years away. Thanks again for the good times and hope to here from the many timberframers that helped with the Malabar Farm Barn raising. Yours truly Louie
Louie Andres <malabar@richnet.net>
Lucas, OH USA - Tuesday, November 24, 1998 at 21:31:58 (EST)

I am currently exploring Louisianna's colonial architecture. The framing differs from tidewater Va. and NE framing. Called "west indies bousillage", it is unique to the lower mississippi. Any information, resources, queries, or comments will be welcomed.
Mike Chapple <jmc03@msn.sperry-marine.com>
Paradis, La US - Tuesday, November 24, 1998 at 15:14:18 (EST)

I believe we are currently a member of your organization but we have misplaced our password. Would you please send it to us? Thank you, Jeff Davis
Jeff Davis <davisframe@cyberportal.net>
Claremont, NH - Wednesday, November 18, 1998 at 13:58:06 (EST)

We built a red oak timberframe home 2 years ago. Since then we have experienced very substantial checking and understand that this is to be expected, especially with oak. Our question and concern lies in the joinery. Is it also normal for joints between beams joined perpendicularly, posts and beams, and posts, beams and knee braces to be pulling apart as much as 3/4 inches? It appears that the beams have shrunk not only in diameter, as would be expected, but that they also shrunk laterally. We are concerned about the integrety of the structure and would appreciate your input.
Julee Marzella <JULEE@ncentral.com>
Ridgway, PA USA - Monday, November 16, 1998 at 22:52:17 (EST)

I just returned from the Compound Joinery workshop at Cascade Joinery. It was well done as are all of the Guild sponsored events. I want to express my thanks to the individuals and companies that donate their time and facilities to further the education of timberframers. Thanks to Cascade Joinery for shutting down the shop to host this workshop. Thanks to Mark Witter, Mark Brandt, Jeff Miller, Ted (a can't remeber last name) for spending their weekend with a bunch of timberframers and sharing their knowledge. Just what they wanted to do after spending all year doing it for a living! And thanks to the staff of Cascade for making us welcome. The salmon and oysters were great!
Ross Canant <bandit@webwide.net>
Greenville, TX USA - Friday, November 13, 1998 at 14:58:43 (EST)

I've met some of the timberwrights at the Old Salem covered bridge project. They are a great group of guys. I'm below a novice in this area but have enjoyed working with wood for many, many years. I am impressed with this project. It is almost complete; moving bridge into place this week (11/10/98) and is exciting, happy and sad all at the same time. I am glad that this project took place where I could see it happen. Excellent workmanship and will be something as a recreation of history to be remembered for many years to come. Like this web site, also. Have it bookmarked to be able to return and watch other projects.
Paul Oldland <poldlan1@ix.netcom.com>
Winston-Salem, NC USA - Wednesday, November 11, 1998 at 00:20:00 (EST)

IF THEY COME IT WILL GET BUILT - Thanks to all those who attended my last three work shops. It was great having everyone over and I look forward to seeing you again on raising day. For those interested in learning about future workshops drop me a note. Classes are free and designed for those without experience. Feel free to call (212) 865-7571.
Michael Martin <armor@tiac.net>
New Paltz, NY - Thursday, November 05, 1998 at 10:43:17 (EST)

Looking to build a basic 4bed/2bath timberframe in or around Indianapolis, Indiana in 1999. In the real estate section of the Indianapolis Star all I ever see advertised are the sub-division type track housing, most of it withvinyl exteriors, vinyl windows, linoleum floor,etc. I will not pay $140k for a house made largely out of plastic. I want to hire someone to build me a turnkey timberframe. Prefab is great as because I am not rich and I know this will lower the onsite labor. Where are all the timberframe builders in Indiana??? Many thanks.
Lisa Johnson <ottawa@earthlink.net>
Indianapolis, IN 46201 - Wednesday, November 04, 1998 at 22:52:54 (EST)

Check out our Halloween barn-raising: www.concentric.net/~ldomski/walls1.htmIt rained all night Friday (Oct 30), but there was NO WAY we would call it off. Now the real work starts!
Paul Domski <psdomski@dukeengineering.com>
Tijeras, NM USA - Monday, November 02, 1998 at 18:52:59 (EST)

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