Timber Frame Facts

Fact #25  – The terms timber frame and post and beam are often used interchangeably.  Timber frames, however, tend to refer to mortise and tenon joined timbers, while post and beam can refer to timbers joined with metal fasteners.  There are post and beam homes joined with joinery, but a frame joined with metal plates and other metal fasteners is seldom referred to as a timber frame.

Fact #26 – Numerous studies have shown timber frames to have structural benefits that withstand seismic activity better than other types of construction.

Fact #27 – Timber frames are raised and stand alone and are structurally sound with our without enclosure systems.

The Goshen Timber Frames ‘ Team worked hard this Memorial Day.  They raised this beautiful pavilion at the Bridge Park in Sylva, North Carolina.

With community support, the Downtown Sylva Association made this happen!

Assembled Trusses Go Up!

Cupola Tops It Off!