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January 2010 Blog Posts (3)

New to Timber Home Nation

Hi to everyone that loves Timberframe construction....

Even though I have been supplying reclaimed lumber and beams for the last 13 years to the TimberFrame industry, I rarely get a chance to see a finished home. When I first started my business there were not any Timber builders around the Seattle area......still aren't that many... Most of my material has ended up either at, or near the development at Big Sky, Montana...........I will probably never make it back East to see the… Continue

Added by Jeff Moore on January 24, 2010 at 6:23pm — No Comments

Makita 7104 information

Hi,

Having wanted to build a timberframe since I arrived here in the US from the UK. I have gradually acquired the necessary tools to make a start. One of my latest acquisition is an older model Makita 7104 chain mortiser. I have used this tool before at a timberframing school but only for a short period. Is there anyone who would take the time to give me any tips on what to avoid or any insight they have gained from using this machine professionally. Experience is always valuable… Continue

Added by Peter Davis on January 14, 2010 at 5:21pm — No Comments