The Major Benefits of Post and Beam Frames

The major benefits of post and beam frames are many, but for purposes here, I’m going to focus on two; the mechanical and the visual.

[toggle title_open=”Close Me” title_closed=”The Mechanical Benefits of Post and Beam Frames” hide=”yes” border=”yes” style=”default” excerpt_length=”0″ read_more_text=”Read More” read_less_text=”Read Less” include_excerpt_html=”no”]

 The Mechanical Benefits of Post and Beam Frames

Mechanically speaking, the beams transfer the weight of the roof to the tops of the posts. The posts then bear the weight straight down to the ground. The Advantage: post and beam frames nullify the need for interior walls bearing the weight of the roof. Thus, walls are not an integral part of the weight bearing structure and don’t need to be used as often. This allows for a more open floor plan.

[/toggle]

[toggle title_open=”Close Me” title_closed=”The Visual Benefits of Post and Beam Frames” hide=”yes” border=”yes” style=”default” excerpt_length=”0″ read_more_text=”Read More” read_less_text=”Read Less” include_excerpt_html=”no”]

 The Visual Benefits of Post and Beam Frames

Visually, the frame gives expression to openness. Here are but a few examples:

Door Openings

Window Openings

Vaulted Ceilings

An Open Floor Plan

The Bones of the Structure/Inviting the Outdoors In

[/toggle]

As exhibited in these photos, the advantages of post and beam frames are numerous.  If you’d like to see more gorgeous frames in some of the most beautiful barn homes you could imagine, please visit Yankee Barn Homes.  We may be found either on the web, or in person in Grantham, NH.  Post. Beam. Dream.