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This revised edition of A Timber Framer s Workshop has over 150 new photos and includes updated engineering specifications for pegged joinery, along with expanded in-depth technical information on the joinery, design and construction of Traditional Timber Frames.

The major portion of A Timber Framer's Workshop was first written back…


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1 author picked A Timber Framer's Workshop as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

As an aspiring carpenter, I found this book to be an invaluable resource.

Steve’s expertise and passion for his craft shine through on every page. It is quite technical and really goes into detailed explanations of the techniques involved. Whatever stage of your carpentry journey this is the book for you if you want to expand your timber framing knowledge.

I particularly enjoyed the sections on timber frame engineering and mathematics. Highly recommended!

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