This edition had all images removed.
Title: Plank Frame Barn Construction
Note: "This matter was originally presented in the columns of Carpentry and Building."--Preface.
Credits: Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Plank Frame Barn Construction" by John L. Shawver is a practical guide on barn building techniques, written in the early 20th century. The book notably discusses the plank frame method, which has gained popularity, especially in the Central West of the United States. It aims to provide builders and farmers with detailed information on constructing efficient and durable barns while minimizing the use of timber and labor. In this informative book, Shawver shares insights from his extensive experience with plank frame barns, highlighting the advantages of this construction method. He discusses the significant savings in timber usage, reductions in costs associated with sawing and framing, and the overall efficiency in the building process. The text includes detailed descriptions of the design and assembly of various barn types, complete with illustrations and practical examples. Shawver addresses common concerns, offers expert advice, and presents case studies demonstrating the method's strength and durability, making it a resourceful guide for those interested in sustainable barn construction. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 75.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Shawver, John L., 1859-1934
EBook No.: 65399
Published: May 21, 2021
Downloads: 259
Language: English
Subject: Barns -- Design and construction
Subject: Farm buildings -- Design and construction
LoCC: Fine Arts: Architecture
LoCC: Technology: Building construction
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Plank Frame Barn Construction
Note: "This matter was originally presented in the columns of Carpentry and Building."--Preface.
Credits: Charlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "Plank Frame Barn Construction" by John L. Shawver is a practical guide on barn building techniques, written in the early 20th century. The book notably discusses the plank frame method, which has gained popularity, especially in the Central West of the United States. It aims to provide builders and farmers with detailed information on constructing efficient and durable barns while minimizing the use of timber and labor. In this informative book, Shawver shares insights from his extensive experience with plank frame barns, highlighting the advantages of this construction method. He discusses the significant savings in timber usage, reductions in costs associated with sawing and framing, and the overall efficiency in the building process. The text includes detailed descriptions of the design and assembly of various barn types, complete with illustrations and practical examples. Shawver addresses common concerns, offers expert advice, and presents case studies demonstrating the method's strength and durability, making it a resourceful guide for those interested in sustainable barn construction. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 75.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Shawver, John L., 1859-1934
EBook No.: 65399
Published: May 21, 2021
Downloads: 259
Language: English
Subject: Barns -- Design and construction
Subject: Farm buildings -- Design and construction
LoCC: Fine Arts: Architecture
LoCC: Technology: Building construction
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.