Category Archives: Timber Truss

Heavy Timber Frames Vs. Timber Posts

When it comes to the art of timber home construction, there are two primary methods of framing: timber framing and post-and-beam. However, there is considerable confusion concerning the definitions and characteristics of these two methods and their finished products. Both … Continue reading

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5 Major Benefits of Installing Wooden Trusses

When building a new home, it’s important that you ensure its structural integrity. The framework of your house will greatly influence its durability, so it’s important to utilize building materials that will stand the test of time. In today’s world, … Continue reading

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Timber Trusses

Dating back to the 500 BC, timber frame construction is a time-honored technique that is still in vogue today.  Widely used by the Egyptians and the Romans, it later found wide acceptance throughout Europe.  The 12th century cathedrals and other … Continue reading

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