Indeed, even though we don't have such old houses in North America, I'm still, like yourself, amazed at how your house still stands. Much more so when you realize that through all those centuries, people who didn't understand the dynamics cut load bearings beams. There must be something holding it up, and I don't mean magic, but again, we're puzzled to find it. Anyway, thanks for sharing the process, it's always a pleasure to see your videos.
I have to say one think. Awesome, awesome work. I just finished to watch all of your videos from first to last one. Its such an inspiration. This "makeover" is so huge, and looking at you doing it mostly by yourself ... God job. Looking forward for future videos.
I do get excited when I see one of your videos. A big job you are undertaking but wonderful to see an old building saved. Here in the UK there is so much bureaucracy with old buildings that I am sure you would not be able to make the repairs needed and the building would simply fall down.
"And again, I don't know what keeps this house upright." Hehe. I believe it's that same mysterious dynamic seen in some of our old derelict wooden boats: The Force of Habit!
Your houses are very close together! That does not leave much room on the side to work. During the winter does that valley between the two roofs fill up with snow, or is your climate mild enough for that not to be an issue?
Happy 2016 to you and your family. Thanks for taking us on you journey. It is so interesting. Question. is this the house you are living in or is it a project house
+Matthias Burger I just binge watched everything your channel. I love the efforts you are taking to restore this piece of history. Where did you learn enough to accomplish this? What is the story behind you purchasing it? :)
+chiggymonkey ... a long story. Or a short one: I have always been interested in reparing, restoring or building things - always trying to find out how unusual things are done.
I fixed similar problems in my garage, but it was built in 1960...and not timber frame. Roof sagging, bottom of every A frame cut... I don't know why it stayed upright! It is a horror that deserves to be torn down, and one day I will have my revenge!
+herrata A difficult matter. The original look was visible timber frames with white-washed filling. In the 19th century fashion changed and all the facades were covered with plaster. In the early 20th century the windows were enlarged (therefore beams cut away) and everything was plastered again, this time with relatively hard cement plaster. If I would take the plaster off, this would reveal a very messy timber frame and lots of additional repairs were to do.
+Matthias Burger I see. It will be a herculean task to restore the medieval appearance of the houses. It’s a pity though that from the outside only few can recognize that these are more than 600 years old buildings. Wish you luck!
Could I ask you for a bit of help with a project, just contact my email on my channel, I am building a half timber framed house and I am in the process of designing it, but can't find any documentation on how, I would love your advice, if you would be willing. The plan is to design and build the entire thing myself, but I need help with the proper techniques, so I don't end up with it collapsing on me.
Indeed, even though we don't have such old houses in North America, I'm still, like yourself, amazed at how your house still stands. Much more so when you realize that through all those centuries, people who didn't understand the dynamics cut load bearings beams. There must be something holding it up, and I don't mean magic, but again, we're puzzled to find it. Anyway, thanks for sharing the process, it's always a pleasure to see your videos.
I am loving this style of framing. The lapped braces are so nice to look at.
Very good. Slow and steady always wins the race. The act of being methodical.
Glad to see there as you hoisted some large timbers that you have *some* help occasionally. I am cheering you on from far away.
I subscribe to many UA-cam channels on many diverse subjects but I am most excited when I see a new video from this channel!
Your work and analysis of structural load amazes me! Great job! Wish we had old buildings like that here in Texas! Best of luck!
I have to say one think. Awesome, awesome work. I just finished to watch all of your videos from first to last one. Its such an inspiration. This "makeover" is so huge, and looking at you doing it mostly by yourself ... God job. Looking forward for future videos.
Watched almost all your videos, not only entertaining but also very learnfull. Already waiting for the next video!
I do get excited when I see one of your videos. A big job you are undertaking but wonderful to see an old building saved. Here in the UK there is so much bureaucracy with old buildings that I am sure you would not be able to make the repairs needed and the building would simply fall down.
We're all waiting anxiously for the rest of the reconstruction of the house (or any other content from you).
Great channel!
You are an amazing man! I wish you continued success and good health as you surely deserve both.
wow you have a lot of work still ahead... love you video's keep them comming and all the best wishes for the new year!
That is a big job indeed, but must be very rewarding. Great to watch your explanations. Have a great and safe 2016!
"And again, I don't know what keeps this house upright."
Hehe. I believe it's that same mysterious dynamic seen in some of our old derelict wooden boats: The Force of Habit!
Your houses are very close together! That does not leave much room on the side to work. During the winter does that valley between the two roofs fill up with snow, or is your climate mild enough for that not to be an issue?
+Wordsnwood (Art Mulder) Yes, there is a gap of only 50cm. Snow is indeed a big problem. I will try using sheet metal in some places.
Happy 2016 to you and your family. Thanks for taking us on you journey. It is so interesting. Question. is this the house you are living in or is it a project house
+Matthias Burger I just binge watched everything your channel. I love the efforts you are taking to restore this piece of history. Where did you learn enough to accomplish this? What is the story behind you purchasing it? :)
+chiggymonkey ... a long story. Or a short one: I have always been interested in reparing, restoring or building things - always trying to find out how unusual things are done.
Very fabulous.
Where do you get your large beams from? Do you mill them on your bandmill or buy them?
The short but thick beams are from my own sawmill. But I usually buy the thinner ones.
some guys get all the good jobs. ;)
are you a full time timber frame carpenter, or what exactly is that craft called?
I fixed similar problems in my garage, but it was built in 1960...and not timber frame. Roof sagging, bottom of every A frame cut... I don't know why it stayed upright! It is a horror that deserves to be torn down, and one day I will have my revenge!
a battery chainsaw would be perceft for this!
I wonder do you plan to do something with the facades. I suppose this isn’t the original look.
+herrata A difficult matter. The original look was visible timber frames with white-washed filling. In the 19th century fashion changed and all the facades were covered with plaster. In the early 20th century the windows were enlarged (therefore beams cut away) and everything was plastered again, this time with relatively hard cement plaster. If I would take the plaster off, this would reveal a very messy timber frame and lots of additional repairs were to do.
+Matthias Burger I see. It will be a herculean task to restore the medieval appearance of the houses. It’s a pity though that from the outside only few can recognize that these are more than 600 years old buildings. Wish you luck!
And I thought my old 1860 house was giving me problems!
How old is this roof?
+Бенито Цукерман 1399, several repairs since.
Could I ask you for a bit of help with a project, just contact my email on my channel, I am building a half timber framed house and I am in the process of designing it, but can't find any documentation on how, I would love your advice, if you would be willing.
The plan is to design and build the entire thing myself, but I need help with the proper techniques, so I don't end up with it collapsing on me.