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Post and Beam Work
Newly constructed Post and Beam homes in New Jersey, is 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. 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, goes along perfectly with the 10"  - 12" oak floorboards and oak staircase.
Unless otherwise specified, the homes are 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.

A typical staircase in a home under construction.
For more information on restoration, particular projects, or estimates, please contact us through e-mail.
lwoodwork@gmx.com


Latest Updated Image of The Construction

The cedar siding was recently installed. Looks great by the way. As well the addition is adorned with new polished copper gutters! Now that the outside is basically finished except for some painting which the customer is doing (he is an ex-painter).
Now it's off to the interior I started sheet rocking and laid out spaces for built-in bookcases.









Sheet-rocking has been done and spackling is just about finished.


 
Estimates will be calculated according to present lumber prices, and as well as to homeowners requests and wishes of layout.




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




































Historic Preservation - True Craftsmanship

 
small beginnings...


making of side walls in raising positions.. I used wooden horses and blocks of wood to support the vertical posts as I rolled the already made 8"x8 - 18' beams to their positions as I connect the wall pieces together including braces. It is tricky when your dealing with this kind of weight, but I did it.



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.



Outside framing completed