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100 1 _aShawver, John L.,
_d1859-1934
245 1 0 _aPlank Frame Barn Construction
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2021
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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_2rdacontent
337 _acomputer
_bc
_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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_2rdacarrier
500 _a"This matter was originally presented in the columns of Carpentry and Building."--Preface.
500 _aRelease date is 2021-05-21
508 _aCharlene Taylor and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive)
520 _a"Plank Frame Barn Construction" by John L. Shawver is a practical guide on barn building techniques, written in the early 20th century. The book notably discusses the plank frame method, which has gained popularity, especially in the Central West of the United States. It aims to provide builders and farmers with detailed information on constructing efficient and durable barns while minimizing the use of timber and labor. In this informative book, Shawver shares insights from his extensive experience with plank frame barns, highlighting the advantages of this construction method. He discusses the significant savings in timber usage, reductions in costs associated with sawing and framing, and the overall efficiency in the building process. The text includes detailed descriptions of the design and assembly of various barn types, complete with illustrations and practical examples. Shawver addresses common concerns, offers expert advice, and presents case studies demonstrating the method's strength and durability, making it a resourceful guide for those interested in sustainable barn construction. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aBarns -- Design and construction
653 _aFarm buildings -- Design and construction
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/65399
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