Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #155372 in Books
• Published on: 1994-04
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 208 pages

Customer Reviews

This is great first book on timber frame construction.
This was my first look at timber framing and this book was a great primer. It explains the history of timber framing, the terminology, the how to's of getting started. I wish it would have had more suggestions for finishing the house after the frame is up, but it definitely gave me a good foundation and the confidence to give it try.

The source for learning timber framing
Jack Sobon does a great job walking you step by step in building your own house. It is one of the best sources out there for learning traditional timber framing technique. A must read for anyone interested in learning how the early framers built the barns and houses we love today. Expect hands on information and thoery for the practical end of getting the house frame built. Expect a well focused instructiional manual that is light and entertaining to read.