Lowthert Woodwork

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Post and Beam Work
Newly constructed Post and Beam homes in New Jersey are unfortunately a rarity. I say unfortunately, because of it's many advantages.
Post and Beam homes, such as the one seen above, are built with quality in mind. It takes some time to do especially if you do this alone as I have with very little help. The frame is constructed from 8"x8" Oak beams that gives it not only strength but also character and the true feeling of quality.
The exposed beams throughout the house go along perfectly with
the 10"-12" oak floorboards and oak staircase.
this particular addition is built with insulated panels and cedar siding.



Post and Beam homes built by Lowthert Woodwork, are structures built as they were when your great grand parents were children. Such homes will last for decades to come.



The joints are made with hand made dowels, and mortise and tenon.


If you are interested in this type of building feel free to contact me at this email address.
lwoodwork@gmx.com




Outside framing completed





Entrance from Hallway
 
 
 
Looking from room corner
 

 

Looking from Living Room corner to stairs
 
 

From Living room to upstairs


 

 





Bathroom awaiting plumbing.










Historic Preservation - True Craftsmanship


small beginnings...



As you can see the wall beaming is made in sections as is shown here. It's a bit tricky when your dealing with this kind of weight but it is managable.


The raising of the walls taking place. I used nearby trees and used come-a-longs. And watched the walls go up slowly, I had another guy be my eyes where I could not see. I raised the cross beams to be in the exact place for the walls to meet and it worked out flawlessly.
 
 
 
 


Looking back to Hallway
 

 
 
 
 
 
 
Loft Bedroom area.
 
 
 
 



To left is upstairs Bathroom.









































Last updated 4-18-09