Timber Frames

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A simple post and truss frame An aisled frame

A cruck frame—like post and truss but using two long, curved mbers Hammer-beam construc on

Close‐studding and decorative framing are two decora ve techniques used on mber-frame buildings

Timber Framing

Techniques

Have a go at building some of these mber frame types using lollipop mbers. Think about each technique—which is strongest? Which is the most decora ve? Which uses the most materials? Which one would you choose to build a house and why?

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