Latest Timber Frame Raising in the Catskills of New York

Here at Davis Timber Frame have had a busy summer with several timber frame packages shipping out. Featured in this blog post are photos of a timber frame home being built in the Catskills of New York. The timber frame home will feature an open layout on the first floor. A large screened in porch will be located off the great room and a perfect place to enjoy the outdoor scenery. 

A guest bedroom and bathroom will be located on the first floor. The second floor will feature the master bedroom suite and loft.

Frame raising complete

Structural Insulated Panel installation

Structural Insulated Panel installation almost complete

A view of some of the interior timber framing

Visit our timber frame jobsite photos webpage to see more of this timber frame raising and some of the other projects we are working on!

Stay tuned for more updates on this timber frame home project! More photos will be posted in the upcoming weeks. If you have any questions about Davis Timber Frames or would like to speak to a project coordinator about your upcoming project, please call 1-800-636-0993 today!

What is the Difference between Timber Frame and Post and Beam Construction?

Here at Davis Frame Company, we often get the question, "What is the difference between Timber Frame and Post and Beam construction?

Both timber frame and post and beam construction share a similarity and that is that they both are built to leave the timbers exposed in the interior. Often timber framing and post and beam construction are thought to be the same, but they are not.

Timber framing is distinguished by their traditional wooden joinery, also known as mortise and tenon joinery. The timbers are typically joined together by oak pegs. Timber framing creates an authentic wooden structure with undeniable beauty and a durable structure that will last for generations.

Post and Beam construction does not always use wooden joinery but rather metal brackets. Also, post and beam construction usually uses vertical and horizontal timber pieces and is constructed in layers and each floor is built independently. One piece is erected at a time, unlike timber framing where a timber frame bent or wall system is raised at a time.

To get started on your Davis Timber Frame, call us today at 1-800-636-0993 and speak with a project coordinator!