Timber Framing Wood Enclosures

TIMBER WOOD ENCLOSURES FRAMING The process does not begin As beautiful as a timber in our shop, but rather in the frame is, it is only part of a Timber framing is a forest. Wood is the heart and completed project. Except 2,000 year old tradition soul of what we do. We, in the case of open air of connecting heavy therefore, take great pains to structures, the frame must be timbers into a rigid assure the quality of our enclosed. We generally structural frame using material. We often literally go recommend the use of wooden joinery. The out into the woods to select structural insulated panels (SIPS) for this enclosure. natural beauty of the the trees that will be used in our timber frames. To further wood is enhanced by Ron Balderach & Associates ensure quality control, we the interplay of these These panels are made from timbers and finely operate our own saw mill, dry a sheet of rigid foam crafted joints. A well kilns and planing mill. insulation sandwiched executed timber frame We use many different between two structural delights the eye and woods in our work. There is skins. When applied to the engages the soul. no perfect wood for all projects exterior of the timber as each has its benefits and frame, on both the roof and limitations. Red and White walls, these panels provide Oaks, Southern Yellow Pine, the interior finish surface, The Arkitex Studio exterior sheathing and, Since 1983, Red Douglas Fir, Suspenders Timber Cypress, Walnut most importantly, an efficient Frames has been and Western Red Cedar have all and unbroken layer of carrying on this insulation around the entire tradition of found their way into one or another structure. By combining craftsmanship. these high efficiency panels Working with of our projects. Whenever with energy conscious design, architects, builders and the energy requirements of a possible, we prefer clients, we have building can often be reduced and recommend integrated timber by 50% over conventional the use of dry framing into all types of construction and insulation timbers. Green structures from methods. We generally timbers are often diminutive pavilions to provide and install stress skin Ken Anderson & Associates used in timber panels on the timber frames expansive residential frames, but they shrink, check and move as they dry. To avoid this, we kiln dry and commercial we craft. Any type of finish, almost all of our new timber or use recycled material. Recycled timber is salvaged natural or man made, can be projects. The result of from old structures that have been dismantled after years of service. These applied to the interior and these collaborations is a recycled timbers are generally quite dry and stable. These timbers have a exterior surfaces of these series of buildings that beautiful patina not seen in new material. Nail and bolt holes add character to panels. are as solid and durable individual timbers. There is also the added environmental benefit in using as they are beautiful. recycled materials. The Arkitex Studio DESIGN WHAT ELSE? Timber framing offers Beyond the timber limitless possibilities for frame and structural design. Massive posts and insulated panels, we also beams can create soaring can provide finish open spaces or embrace materials such as flooring, more intimate areas. The siding, trim, pattern timbers and joinery board stock and timber combine to become accents. We regularly sculpture. But as build custom wood beautiful as a well The Arkitex Studio executed timber frame is, interior and we are fully aware that it exterior doors, is only part of a more cabinets, stairs important whole. It and railings to should define and match or enhance the plan, be complement the structurally sound and timber frame. aesthetically pleasing, work in conjunction with all Ron Balderach & Associates other systems in the project and make sense HOW DO WE BEGIN? economically. In our nearly As you can see, we take ideas and dreams and make them two decades in the trade, into reality. A working relationship with Red Suspenders we have developed Timber Frames means a commitment to excellence and methods and techniques to exceptional craftsmanship. Such a relationship usually make this possible. begins with a visit to our shop in Nacogdoches where Through design you can see our work and meet the fine people who work consultation, we are happy here. You can also visit our website at to put our experience and redsuspenderstf.com and take a virtual tour of our knowledge to work for you. facility. We would also be happy to have one of our 4418 CCounty RRoad 2256 •• NNacogdoches,, TTX 775965 4418 County Road 256 936-5564-99465 •• wwww..redsuspenderstff..com Nacogdoches, TX 75965 representatives visit your office to discuss possibilities 936-5564-99465 with you. Please call our office and let us know how we www.redsuspenderstf.com can assist you in making your design a reality..

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