Log Houses/Timber Framing etc.

[ChrisB]

Can anyone recommend books on building a log house/ timber frame homes from scratch? I am very interested in this, and while I am saving for my place, I can at least do some planning.
Thanks Everyone,
Chris

[PhilG]

Building the Timber Frame House, By Tedd Benson. I think its his first book in 1980 , Great book I still reference it after doing this for 18 -19 years, Log books are hit and miss , I kind of like the B Alen Mackey (? spelling)one ,he makes scribes also and they are awesome, there are a lot of settling issues with log houses to be aware of regarding doors , windows, stairs, lofts, any connections to interior walls… so be sure to learn all about that if you go the log rout, Log post and beam is nice,(relatively)simple and bombproof
Phil

[ChrisB]

Thank you Phil. I know this is going to be an idiotic question. But what is a log post and beam construction? Now I am going to have to dig and see where I can find this book. Do you build log houses or timber frame?
thanks,
Chris

[blue80]

Don’t forget than any structure well done has a good foundation. Research a little and then find a local reputable builder who is using ICF’s and volunteer on a job or two, and its easy for handy people to pour their own foundations properly.
Happy to help with advice/support if needed,
Kevin
http://www.icfinstall.com

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