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March 2010 Blog Posts (11)
Functional Forms by Glen G Guarino Video
Added by Glen Guarino on March 29, 2010 at 9:58pm — No Comments
Gallery Talk at NJSOA by Glen G. Guarino
Added by Glen Guarino on March 26, 2010 at 10:40pm — No Comments
Choosing the Right Builder: Understanding the CQT Triangle
Article by Jim Young - President of PrecisionCraft Log Homes & Timber Frame: “For every action, there is an opposite reaction.” So said Isaac Newton in his 3rd Law of Motion. Newton’s law is true for an apple falling from a tree or building a custom timber frame or log home. Consider three primary opposing forces at work when building a new home – Cost, Quality and Time. We call this the CQT Triangle. Understanding the opposing forces of the…
ContinueAdded by Jennifer Hetherington on March 24, 2010 at 12:00pm — No Comments
Wouldn't You Love to be Sitting Here with a Book and a Coffee?
Sneak peek: A journey of discovery for a Florida artist leads to a cute timber-frame home in a quaint town just off the picturesque Blue Ridge Parkway in North Carolina. Built on the side of a hill, the entry belies the 4,000 square feet of living space on three levels, giving the deck the full benefit of a stunning view of the area. See photos of this creative hideaway in the June issue of Timber Home… Continue
Added by Tim Schreiner on March 20, 2010 at 12:30am — No Comments
How Do the New Smart Appliances Help You Save on Utility Costs?
Appliances are getting smarter. In anticipation of a new smart-grid from utility companies, many appliances are making helpful suggestions about how to save electricity. So, even if a new oven won't help you make better cookies — although it might — it could definitely help you save money. See more of these smart appliances and read all about them in the new issue of Timber Home…
ContinueAdded by Tim Schreiner on March 17, 2010 at 12:30pm — 2 Comments
Historic timber buildings — tell me your story!
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Added by Danielle Taylor on March 16, 2010 at 3:00pm — 1 Comment
looking for pictures
We are looking for interior pictures of a small timber frame home (28 ft+/- wide) with a low pitch roof. Because of height restrictions we can only go 13' high from floor to ceiling. We are wondering if it will look low.
Thanks
Added by Rock & Bernie on March 14, 2010 at 8:07pm — 2 Comments
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Arts & Crafts-Inspired Timber Home Built by a Colorado Couple
Added by Tim Schreiner on March 11, 2010 at 12:30am — No Comments
Ideas for Creating a Budget-Friendly Bath
Sara Brown's article on five tips for creating a great master bathroom is in the upcoming June issue of Timber Home Living magazine. She also has the following budget-friendly suggestions for bathrooms.
Ideas for creating a budget-friendly bath:
- Choosing tile can quickly throw a bathroom budget out of control. Instead of choosing all designer…
Added by Tim Schreiner on March 10, 2010 at 4:00pm — No Comments
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