Hello everyone,
As of today, we were finally able to start work on our half-timbered house from 1890. First, we removed the old wooden slats from the walls and uncovered the following:
Now we are wondering what would be the best (and most cost-effective) way to re-cover the walls? Ideally, we would like to use drywall (gypsum board), but I have heard that this is not recommended for half-timbered houses due to the risk of mold.
The house is not directly exposed on the outside, as it is covered with fiber cement panels (Eternit), so the timber frame is protected from direct rainwater.
It would be great if you could share some advice.
Best regards,
Dirk
As of today, we were finally able to start work on our half-timbered house from 1890. First, we removed the old wooden slats from the walls and uncovered the following:
Now we are wondering what would be the best (and most cost-effective) way to re-cover the walls? Ideally, we would like to use drywall (gypsum board), but I have heard that this is not recommended for half-timbered houses due to the risk of mold.
The house is not directly exposed on the outside, as it is covered with fiber cement panels (Eternit), so the timber frame is protected from direct rainwater.
It would be great if you could share some advice.
Best regards,
Dirk
Unfortunately, this seems to be a prime example of a private and financial disaster.
Buying a house, starting to gut it, and then asking in a forum how to proceed with the cladding.
Bring in an expert and have a renovation plan drawn up.
If you think you can manage this for under €150,000-200,000 (approximately $160,000-$215,000) and don’t have more available, it’s better to sell the property quickly.
Buying a house, starting to gut it, and then asking in a forum how to proceed with the cladding.
Bring in an expert and have a renovation plan drawn up.
If you think you can manage this for under €150,000-200,000 (approximately $160,000-$215,000) and don’t have more available, it’s better to sell the property quickly.
Tassimat schrieb:
But is the roof really as "wavy" as it appears in the photo? This is a common sight. The roof frame is overloaded by the (modern) loads.
@Masabidi
Please make sure to get expert advice; the previous owners have already caused enough damage :-(
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hampshire29 Jul 2019 21:49Whew – so many skeptics! You shouldn’t expect new-build standards from a house like this. Just because something costs money doesn’t automatically make it a disaster project – who says the original poster is even pushing any of their limits?
If I were renovating an old timber-framed house, I would also use traditional wall construction methods. Clay plaster is a good option and excellent for regulating moisture.
The roof can usually remain uneven; there are much worse but structurally stable examples. It’s possible that concrete roof tiles were added at some point, which might be a bit too heavy for a roof originally designed for clay tiles. For re-roofing, consider solar roof tiles from Prenzlau – good appearance, no additional roof load, no fire safety issues.
Take a closer look behind the fiber cement cladding. If necessary, restore the original masonry to good condition. Slate would be a better choice if it is regionally traditional.
If I were renovating an old timber-framed house, I would also use traditional wall construction methods. Clay plaster is a good option and excellent for regulating moisture.
The roof can usually remain uneven; there are much worse but structurally stable examples. It’s possible that concrete roof tiles were added at some point, which might be a bit too heavy for a roof originally designed for clay tiles. For re-roofing, consider solar roof tiles from Prenzlau – good appearance, no additional roof load, no fire safety issues.
Take a closer look behind the fiber cement cladding. If necessary, restore the original masonry to good condition. Slate would be a better choice if it is regionally traditional.
@hampshire Since the original poster is asking here in the forum and mentioned cost-effectiveness, I side with Lump_LE. It sounds somewhat uninformed and probably inherited. If money were not an issue, they would have either demolished and rebuilt or hired a company for the renovation. Let's wait and see if more facts emerge.
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hampshire29 Jul 2019 22:03Well, for example, I would like an affordable driveway solution because I am quite frugal in this particular area. Ideally, I would prefer a natural path, but technically that doesn’t work properly. That’s where my stubbornness starts. Making something less attractive just to save money is simply no fun.
What exactly doesn’t work technically with the desired natural pathway? Perhaps the right substructure with a natural-looking surface on top?
I’m also a fan of planning things myself and doing various tasks on my own, even if you could hire someone for it. You know that from my project.
But the original poster’s situation reads a bit differently. Just my guess. So I prefer to wait for more facts.
I’m also a fan of planning things myself and doing various tasks on my own, even if you could hire someone for it. You know that from my project.
But the original poster’s situation reads a bit differently. Just my guess. So I prefer to wait for more facts.