Posts tagged with rafters
Jack, Common, & Hip Rafters
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Why are some rafters called Jack and others just called Rafter? Do you know? I do 🙂 At least I think I do, because I asked Rick, but that was a while ago. The jack rafter is shorter than the “common” rafter. Typically, a jack rafter is used because something […]
Construction of a Timber Frame
Spring is finally here in New England! Daffodils are blooming, tulips are smiling at us, and allergies abound. Now is a great time to be thinking about building that timber frame you’ve been dreaming of. Here at Vermont Timber Works we will walk you through the steps of construction, one […]
