Traditional carpentry construction may be one of the more cost-effective options when building an outdoor shade structure, but for beauty and strength, timber frame pavilion or pergola construction is the way to go.
Timber Frame Pavilions are Stronger
Heavy timber frames can stand up under the pressure of Mother Nature. These solid beams are more resistant to wind uplift than traditional stick construction. Just consider the integrity of a 4X4 beam versus two 2X4 sticks nailed together. While the two 2X4s may give your beam the same thickness of a 4X4 beam, eventually the pull of your roofline from uplift will cause shifting of the two combined sticks, loosening your hardware connection points and weakening your structure.
A solid timber frame has fewer connecting points to wear out. And its rigid beams mean that less shifting occurs. With HOMEFIELD pavilions and pergolas, care is taken during the construction process to ensure that hardware is hidden away, limiting its exposure to the elements and creating a cleaner look to your structure. Additionally, our heavy timber frame pavilions and pergolas rely on heavy duty galvanized bolts and fasteners for even more durability and strength.
Timber Frame Pavilions Have Greater Aesthetic Appeal
A long continuous line of face grain is a beautiful thing to behold. And with heavy timber frame construction, your beams make the most of their grain. Beautiful heavy timbers lend character and texture to your HOMEFIELD structure.
A lot to thought goes in to making a HOMEFIELD pavilion or pergola a cut above the rest. We take time to cover and protect exposed end grain. Face grain is not only more attractive, but it is also more weather resistant, creating a powerful combination
of strength and beauty.
Timber Frame Pavilions are Easier to Construct
The more stick you use, the more precise your cuts must be to maintain the strength of your structure. With heavy timber framing, far fewer pieces are handled. So theoretically, your cuts don’t have to be as precise as with traditional stick construction. But with HOMEFIELD timber frame pavilions and pergolas, we believer in adding strength and beauty to your structure through accuracy. Our timbers are pre-cut with a computer controlled saw. This allows for quick and precise construction on your site.
Visit your local HOMEFIELD today to learn more about timber frame outdoor pavilions and pergolas.
