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I am trying to locate a source for timber frame house plans. I am very interested in the "Salt Box" design. Does anyone know where I might find plans? I realy love this site! Thanks for the inspiration. Hello, My name is Tim Jackson, I am a building surveying student at Reading university (England) - i am just starting a dissertation on timber-framed buildings, would it be possible for you to send me information on present issues regarding problems in the industry and any areas presently being researched or areas which 'need' research. thank you in advance and for your time tim.j tim jackson <kcu97tj@reading.ac.uk> Reading, England - Tuesday, June 22, 1999 at 08:17:16 (EDT) I have a 100+ year old post and beam barn with a solid roof and foundation that needs a bit of structural work and some weatherproofing. Am looking for someone in the central VT area to take a look at it for work either this fall or next Spring, Follow hyperlink for photos. Thanks! Jessamyn West <cognots@mailexcite.com> West Topsham, VT - Monday, June 21, 1999 at 23:50:10 (EDT) I have just graduated from Messiah College, in Pennsylvania, with a BS in Mechanical Engineering. I am interested in the timber framing industry as an occupation and i am wondering if there are any resources available for me to connect with employment opportunities. If you have any information that would help me i would appreciate it greatly. Thank you for your time. Joshua Coleman Joshua Coleman <jmattcole@aol.com> Oceanport, NJ USA - Monday, June 21, 1999 at 17:53:14 (EDT) I live in Raleigh, North Carolina and have a stack of hardwood rough-cut timbers and planks that need planing prior to beginning a project. The largest timber is 10x12. Any suggestions on sawmills, etc. near here that could handle this work? John Taggart <nctag@aol.com> Raleigh, NC USA - Sunday, June 20, 1999 at 20:26:02 (EDT) Need some info on structural Calculations for timber framed buildings thanks steve Robinson steve Robinson <robinson@powernet.com> Birmingham, England - Friday, June 18, 1999 at 15:03:20 (EDT) suggested we post this message to the Guild here: >> We recently purchased a 77-acre farm in Northampton County, PA, which has on it a post & beam barn built in 1869. If we wanted to sell it (to be dismantled, removed, and resold or preserved elsewhere), who or where would be the best organization or person to contact? Thank you. Theresa & Steve Stimson <tstimson@ptdprolog.net> Stroudsburg, PA USA - Thursday, June 17, 1999 at 17:09:19 (EDT) seeking to hire timber framers experianced with antique post and beam structures. need to raise structures currently in storage ASAP. Site is in Stoughton MA. Having much dificulty locating anyone in this area. Would love to hear from anyone interested in this special project or if you may have knowlegde of anyone working in this area. Thanks a bunch nancy munroe <dljncm@massed.net> westwood, ma - Wednesday, June 16, 1999 at 16:29:20 (EDT) Does anyone know something about Timber Framing Software and Automated Component Cutters sold in the U.S.? Mike Scholl <Plotnik95@aol.com> Santa Clara, CA - Saturday, June 12, 1999 at 17:53:34 (EDT) We have purchased a piece of property in rural Manitoba, Canada which has on it a turn of the century post and beam barn. The barn does not fit in plans for the property, but we would like to sell it to someone who would either use it as a barn or a house. The only offers we have at the present are from people who wante to use the lumber. For more information I can be reached by telephone at 1-204-955-3385 or by fax at 1-204-772-2871 or through e-mailing my brother-in-law at wood@icenter.net. Brian Brown Brian Brown <wood@icenter.net> Winnipeg, Mb. Canada - Wednesday, June 09, 1999 at 18:51:38 (EDT) Question:what is a reasonable price to pay for timberframe home blueprints? and, where can i purchase them? Comments: your website is very professional and informative. i can understand why timberframing is not a lost art at all, those of you who keep the craft going are well organized and very articulate. the information provided is very comprehensive and on point. the art will never be lost with members such as yourselves keeping people informed. thanks much loretta morse <lmorcode@aol.com> lockport, ny usa - Monday, June 07, 1999 at 21:43:18 (EDT) Looking for someone with autocad to help me design a 12x12 gaebo built on pilings over water in s. Ontario Canada. I could send a profile of the building but need recommended timber list and joinery details. please email or call 519 846 5447 Thanks Shane Curry Shane Curry <margot.curry@sympatico.ca> Elora, Canada - Thursday, June 03, 1999 at 16:24:04 (EDT) We just returned from a wonderful vacation in Scotland. I had forgotten about the "highland fling", and was completely delighted as we toured Loch Ness that the fantastic trebuchet was still there! What a wonderful thrill! Great job!!! It is so impressive, and so natural sitting next to the castle ruin! I am proud to be a part of an organization which can produce such wonders. Annemarie Roseberger <Legacytf@aol.com> Stillwater, NY USA - Wednesday, May 26, 1999 at 16:30:46 (EDT) Dear TFG Members & Community: I am leaving Barn Masters to pursue opportunities closer to where I live and my family. I would like to say that meeting and interacting with the members of the TFG has been a wonderful experience. The group on a whole has been a pleasure to work with. I especially enjoyed meeting members at the conferences and being able to put a face to a voice as well as witnessing the "auction" - what an event! I will never forget tiny Ed Levin "levitating" horizontally 6' off the floor of the Timberline Lodge, bidding his heart out! I have never been involved with such a committed group of people that are willing to drop everything to volunteer for a weekend (or week+) to help out other timber framers or an organization in need of their time, energy and expertise. You have a unique and admirable organization - keep up the good work and good luck! All the best, Russ Williams Russ Williams <millpond@lincoln.midcoast.com> Newcastle, ME - Wednesday, May 26, 1999 at 07:51:34 (EDT) Upstate Ny, Saratoga Co. mid-1800's (?) in need of expert help. We want to overcome years of neglect and save this treasure. Looking for expert(s) in region to advise. James Whitelaw <whitelaw@his.com> Washington, DC USA - Monday, May 24, 1999 at 19:35:49 (EDT) are you trying to use your traditional tools to produce those beautiful hewn timbers and not getting good results, I would be only too glad to help, just drop me an Email, The Norhtern Hewer. The Northern hewer <richardc@mor-net.on.ca> morrisburg , on can - Friday, May 21, 1999 at 21:57:46 (EDT) Has anyone out there had any experience with a Mafell portable bandsaw? I an looking for equipment to help in scroll cutting of beam ends and cutting of complicated joints. Better yet.....where can I buy one, either new or used?? Fred Dowdy <Fred@DowdyCo.com> Mercer Island, WA USA - Wednesday, May 19, 1999 at 19:47:14 (EDT) I am moving to southeastern Pennsylvania and am very interested in getting invloved in timber framing. Can anyone give me the name or names of outfits in that area? I am a skilled stick framer and all around carpenter looking to try something new. I'd appreciate any information. Thanks Mark Kiernan <ttc@dnc.net> Albany, or usa - Wednesday, May 19, 1999 at 01:24:47 (EDT) Hello! I'm a transferred timberframer?/carpenter from New York, now in San Francisco. I'm looking for someone who will allow me access to their shop's drill press. I have a project that requires one. Also, what about getting NOVA to sponsor the rebuild of the windmills in golden gate park? They are a bit of history that shouldn't slip away. Contact me by e-mail, or 415 282 3592. thanks, Joshua Gordon Joshua Gordon <joshuacoyote@hotmail.com> San Francisco, CA usa - Wednesday, May 19, 1999 at 00:34:07 (EDT) hello, im a 30 year old civil engineering sudent who is looking for any established pe civil engineer or companie that is willing to corispond with me to help gain insight in timber framing. i would also like to work summers as an intern or an assistent. i would welcome any info, thanks for taking the time and hope to hear from you. Bradley Ross <bross10694@aol.com> Lafayette, LA USA - Tuesday, May 18, 1999 at 00:54:47 (EDT) If you are interested in the story of our church raising with pictures check it out at www.timberframingmagazine.com/workshop.htm (scroll to the bottom of the page). We would like to sell the Model 6 Lucas sawmill we used to cut much of the wood for our church building. If interested contact me via email or call me at (804)829-2582. Jay Wise <lsucncms@erols.com> Charles City, VA USA - Thursday, May 13, 1999 at 20:55:00 (EDT) Hi : >> We are looking for a product to oil or stain our timber frames. We tried >> WeatherBoss but this stuff was pretty sticky even after two or three >> weeks. We used Linseed oil but we realiezed that it is also not an ideal >> stain. >> Could you recommend a brand which is used by several timber framers? We >> would appreciate if you could contact us in this matter soon because we >> have to stain/oil or next frame within two weeks. >> Thanks Jurgen <rmbc@swiztimber.com> Nelson, BC Canada - Thursday, May 13, 1999 at 19:02:44 (EDT) TRADITIONAL BUILDING MAGAZINE ARTICLE, Traditional building just came out with a great article called Archectect, Timber Framer, Client. It is about how the three should work together. The article featured advice from severl timber framers, Tom Harris Of Architectural Timber& Millworks, Steve Smith of Cowee Mtn Timber Framers, Robert Shortage of Dreaming Creek, Tim Chauvin of Red Suspenders, and Richard Neroni of Timberpeg. There was also a small article about COWEE MTNS TIMBER FRAMERS workshops and apprenticeship programs held on thier farm. It sounds like a neat program and beautiful place. Check out this article. Jim <TFramer@hotmail.com> Atlanta, GA USA - Wednesday, May 12, 1999 at 20:44:24 (EDT) We are interested in finding a school of timber framing,barn building who would like a project to build on our 150 acre farm here in Maine. We would pay all costs and provide as much labor as we can. We plan on housing at least 2 horses but have stalls for 6, 2 cows, 1 pig, and 2 goats. lt has to have a loft for hay and a grain storage area. Please let us know if you are interested. We would like to get this going ASAP. Thanks, and happy building! Kathy and George Kathy and George Ossinger <Gokoko@netscape.net> Lebanon, ME USA - Monday, May 10, 1999 at 14:11:59 (EDT) Really a great site! Good job guys! I´m a german carpenter moving to the Bay Area soon. Using Timber Framing Software I can provide interested carpenters with information, just EMail. Mike Scholl <Plotnik95@aol.com> - Monday, May 10, 1999 at 11:19:11 (EDT) I hope riech to yoy Tomas M. mither <tmither@time.com> seattle, wa USA - Sunday, May 09, 1999 at 23:09:10 (EDT) Can anyone lead me to a automated component cutter other than Hundegger. Pocopson Timberworks uses one. Any others are greatly appreciated! Bill Kemper <migister@mindspring.com> Atlanta, GA usa - Saturday, May 08, 1999 at 22:40:39 (EDT) attn: Timber Framers - Western Canada. I am a Canadian builder/carpenter who has been working in Europe for 15 years. I would like to return to Canada with my young family and I am extremely interested in timber framing. I am looking for an opportunity to use my existing skills and at the same time learn more about timber framing. If you can help with a job or can point me in the right direction I would very much like to hear from you. Marius Swartz <cornsasch@lineone.net> Hailsham, England - Friday, May 07, 1999 at 15:56:13 (EDT) love the beauty of wood. am a beginner in woodworking paul guzzo <pguzzo@hotmail.com> watertown, ma usa - Monday, May 03, 1999 at 11:24:31 (EDT) Interesting site. I hope to sign up for one of the Rocky Mtn Workshops in Sept. Anyone in Colorado or New Mexico looking to hire a hard-working thirty year old this Fall? mel bolling <melbolling@yahoo.com> kamas, ut usa - Sunday, May 02, 1999 at 13:11:02 (EDT) TIMBER FRAMER or APPRENTICE needed, Long time or short time opportunity for someone. Free place to live, on a 300 ac farm with a larg waterfall. Plenty of work. Willing to train. A great opportunity to save some money and learn the craft of timber framing. Call Steve at 828 369 8186. Steve Smith <coweemtn@dnet.net> Franklin, NC 28734 - Sunday, May 02, 1999 at 08:14:18 (EDT) Hello everyone! This winter my tractor and I finally managed to stockpile 14,00ft. of 25ft. raw white pine logs to build a unique 2-story 24x36 or larger barn, a bridge to span the North Branch of the Winooski River, and a 2-bay car garage with living space above. Although I have no experience in the art of Timber Framing, it is in my blood and I cannot wait to get started. My question is this: Is there any possibilty of organizing a raising of any one, or possibly all three, of these structures in the future? My funds are very limited, but what I do have to offer is a remote piece of land 12 miles north of Vermont's State Capital where two rivers converge forming spectactular water falls, fishing, and swimming holes, and 10 acres of open meadow for camping. I would like to know if there is anyone out there who would be interested in helping me organize a seminar at this site? Obviously, this would cut my expenses and allow for a great timber framing experience. Anyone who may be interested in this proposition, or knows someone who would be, please feel free to contact me by email or at home: Chris Dyson, 980 Elmore Road, Worcester, VT. 05682. 802-229-0684. I can't wait to get started, so any input or ideas that you may have to help this project become a reality would be greatly appreciated...thank-you for your help. Chris Chris Dyson <VTSOULSTIS@aol.com> Worcester, VT US - Wednesday, April 28, 1999 at 18:00:42 (EDT) I do C.A.D. drafting and am looking for a CAD package specifically for timber frame designing. Hopefully with 3D. Does anyone know of such a package? Thank you. Ray Spitz <basic_d@hotmail.com> Priest River, ID US - Wednesday, April 28, 1999 at 10:30:56 (EDT) I am currently a student at ITT Tech in San Diego taking computer aided drafting. For my final project/grade I am doing a full set of plans for a 2 story timber frame house, but, I have one small problem, I need some guidance on drawing the framing plan and calculating for beam sizing and spacing. If there is someone in the San Diego or North County areas that can help I would be indebted. Mark Bessett <MABessett> Escondido, Ca USA - Sunday, April 25, 1999 at 09:23:22 (EDT) Can anyone out there suggest a homing service for regrinding besides Woodcraft? I have a couple of drawknives that are salvaged from a garage and need ground and honed. Bruce Hodson <btsw@apk.net> Garrettsville, OH USA - Friday, April 23, 1999 at 06:31:08 (EDT) Interesting site. I'm glad I stopped by. Jack <carpenter@iname.com> Doylestown, PA USA - Monday, April 19, 1999 at 13:53:42 (EDT) I work at fall creek timber frames and my ? is this : I would like to know how well our workmanship rates among the rest or the timber frame contractors? so if you have seen our work please let me know because an outside veiw is usually an unbiased one thanks. robert shaw <badassguy7@hotmail.com> libby, mt usa - Friday, April 16, 1999 at 23:41:40 (EDT) Polish Timber Framer I am a wild water kayak racer from Poland. I met Shaun, Steve Smith son, training in Costa Rica. He invited me to train with him in America and learn timber framing with his father in their shop ( COWEE MTN TIMBER FRAMERS). I have enjoyed this experience very much. I hope to be back in the fall to learn more. I also hope to learn more about the guild.I hope to build a timber frame homes in Poland some day.Thanks again COWEE MTN. TIMBER FRAMER. Pawel Mysliwiec <pawelmysliwiec@hotmail.com> Nowy Sacz, Poland - Thursday, April 15, 1999 at 10:20:06 (EDT) I am an experienced timber framer and fine furnituremaker from Fort Collins, CO moving to New England in October 1999. I am hoping someone back east can help me find timber framing companies in Vermont, New Hampshire, and/or Maine accepting resumes from journeymen carpenters experienced in the craftsman movement. I'd appreciate any information available. Michael Bock <MBock10485@aol.com> Fort Collins, CO USA - Monday, April 12, 1999 at 14:31:55 (EDT) Great site! Appreciate the resources and historic significance of timber framing as our village is in the midst of adaptive restoration of an 1890's gambrel, bank barn into our village hall. The spirit demonstrated here helps to counter some of our residents who would rather tear down the barn and replace it with an irreverant concrete & steel box. I welcome all comments and advice on adaptive restoration. Glenn Bork <Gbork849> Lily Lake, IL usa - Friday, April 09, 1999 at 21:45:50 (EDT) Does anyone know where I could buy timberframers chisels either new or experienced at reasonable prices? Rick Metott <ricknbev@dreamscape.com> Sandy Creek, NY Oswegp - Friday, April 02, 1999 at 12:34:23 (EST) I am interested in becoming a timber framer apprentice,does anyone know of someone willing to trainme. David Houghton <daveho43@hotmail.com> Fernie, BC Canada - Thursday, April 01, 1999 at 18:02:09 (EST) | |
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