Timber Frame Facts – Just the Facts #7

Wednesday, January 6th, 2010

Fact #19 – Most timber frame companies work  closely with engineers to make sure that the structure meets or exceeds local building codes.   That timber frames are sustainable is evident in the history of building.

Fact #20 -  Early timber frames, dating back to 5000 to 6000 BC, survive in England and Scotland.

Fact #21 – There are timber frame buildings in France dating to the 12th century that are still in use today.