Archive for November, 2017
Honoring The Timber Framing Tradition
Today we’re going to talk about why Vermont Timber Works stays true to the traditional way of creating Timber Frames, and what makes our workshop completely custom. What Makes Timber Framing So Special? Timber Framing is a building technique that has been around for hundreds of years. There are […]
Basic Barn Styles
When people come to us looking for a Timber Frame Barn, often times they aren’t fully aware of all the different styles of barns that they can choose from. Today, we’re going to look at 4 basic styles of barns. Obviously, there are many more styles and variations out there, […]
Preparing For Winter: Insulating & Weatherizing Your Timber Frame Home
The winters in Vermont can be harsh. So Vermont Timber Works understands how important proper and efficient insulation is. Today we’re going to talk about the insulation that we prefer to use in our Timber frames, as well as other insulation options and weatherization techniques that will keep your home […]
Glulam vs. Solid Beams: Which Is Best For Your Project?
Customers often ask us about using Glulam in their building projects and want to know how this material differs from solid WOOD beams. And how do you know when to use Glulam in your project and when to use timber? Glulam Glued laminated timber, also called Glulam, is a type […]
