dpoisson
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# Posted: 30 Jan 2012 15:41
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I've already established that timber framing using 4x4's isn't going to be the cheapest way of building, however it would be a lot of fun to do.
Think small hunting camp: 12x12 with 4' porch.
I'd love to timber frame with 4x4's. How long of a span can you do before you need to add another vertical support (I'm sure they aren't called "studs" in timber framing, but you know what I mean).
We're in a climate with plenty of snow (Quebec) and I was thinking of doing a small sleeping loft if possible. so, the walls are going to bearing a significant load.
Would having 1 vertical beam at each ends and having a center (at 6') vertical beam be sufficient? my gut feeling says no, but I'm sure there's a way to confirm this mathematically.
I also had another question concerning timber framed camps. If we wanted to insulate it, how would we go about doing it while still being able to see the "beams" from the inside? Normally, you'd stuff some insulation between the studs, then cover it up on the inside (pin or something else).
Thanks!
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