ᐅ Constructing Incorrect Timber Framing

Incorrect Timber Framing Construction

An old brick house – not a timber-framed building – must be insulated according to the requirements of the building authority in compliance with the energy saving regulations; unfortunately, the original appearance will be lost in the process. We don’t like brick veneer (and the ones we somewhat like are beyond our budget), and plain plaster would simply look awful in the middle of the forest. The responsible forest ranger suggested: “Why not create a fake timber-framed house?”

The basic idea is to apply an external insulation system (styrofoam) as required, then attach appropriate “wooden boards” on top, with plaster applied in between. This way, the house would blend in with the surroundings again. Unfortunately, no one can tell us how to technically implement this, especially how to fix the wood to the external insulation system without damaging the insulation or causing thermal bridges, etc.

Does anyone have any ideas or – even better – experience with this? I look forward to your reply.

Best regards
Mara