We have a LOT of eastern red cedars, Tulip Poplars, among other species. If I have a local sawmill cut our pieces for us, would you expect a significant savings overall?

Besides the utility of having a barn and the value it adds to our property, having built the barn myself has given me a sense of pride and accomplishment that’s hard to place a value upon.

You can build this hen house with these free chicken coop plans. It is easy to do. All you need is some rough cut lumber, a hammer, nails, and a circular saw. You can even build one with regular dimensional lumber from your local lumber yard. I built one like this for...

In may of 2024 my husband and I decided to purchase an incubator in the hopes of hatching some cute silkie chicks for our son to enjoy. We bought eggs from local breeders to hatch along with sticking some layer mixes from our own farm in. As a busy family with my...

The old 40 x 60 barn my grandfather built in the forties collapsed in a snowstorm in 2015. I wanted to replace it with a similar style so I chose the 40 x 60 gambrel.

We are thrilled to share an inspiring story from one of our Barn Plans Library members. This family embarked on a remarkable journey to transform our BarnGeek 40x50 plan into their dream home. Back in the fall of 2019, they decided to mix a couple of our plans,...

What are the best treats for my chickens? What can I safely feed my chickens? Let's look at some common chicken treats and what makes them good for you (your wallet) and your chickens! 1. Food scraps Low waste, low cost, and tons of fun! What could be better? Chickens...

Full Barn Kits are Back!   Have you thought to yourself, “I would sure love to build one of those BarnGeek Barns but I just wish I could get everything I need to build it in one all inclusive kit!”   Well, today is your lucky day! We are proud to announce...

Picture This: In the heart of a rolling countryside, nestled among whispering trees and fields of wildflowers, stands a timber frame barn that embodies rustic elegance and timeless charm. Its sturdy wooden beams, weathered by years of standing tall against the...

We have a LOT of eastern red cedars, Tulip Poplars, among other species. If I have a local sawmill cut our pieces for us, would you expect a significant savings overall?

Hey guys, Barn Geek here. This knee wall is one of those difficult things to translate from plans to real-world scale. That knee wall on the plans looks short, and people might think they won't have much room. I am approximately 5 foot 10, or 5 foot 8. This is our...

As you harvest timbers for your barn project you will inevitably encounter a very dangerous situation in the woods called a Spring Pole. There are videos on youtube that discuss spring poles but most of them approach it by using two different cutting techniques. DO...

Hey, folks! Barn Geek here, and in today's video, we're tackling the installation of these floor joists. You might remember seeing them in a previous video where we showcased these Cottonwood floor joists. It's been a couple of weeks since we installed them, and...

In today’s video, we’ll be pouring more concrete piers for the footings of the lean-tos in our Timber Frame Barn project. So, let’s dive into making our own sonotubes using a plastic barrel. A 15-gallon barrel will yield about a 14-inch sonotube. Measure 12 inches for...

Welcome, folks, to the exciting world of post and beam barn building! In today's adventure, we will unveil the secrets of constructing your own post and beam barn or a modified timber frame structure. Let's dive into the step-by-step process to empower you to build a...

We have a LOT of eastern red cedars, Tulip Poplars, among other species. If I have a local sawmill cut our pieces for us, would you expect a significant savings overall?

Full Barn Kits are Back!   Have you thought to yourself, “I would sure love to build one of those BarnGeek Barns but I just wish I could get everything I need to build it in one all inclusive kit!”   Well, today is your lucky day! We are proud to announce...

For a standard Post Bracket installation, position your wedge anchors diagonally across from each other in the slots on the U bracket’s tabs. This method provides a balanced, sturdy attachment. When dealing with corners, it’s tempting to cut the U bracket

Welcome, folks, to the exciting world of post and beam barn building! In today's adventure, we will unveil the secrets of constructing your own post and beam barn or a modified timber frame structure. Let's dive into the step-by-step process to empower you to build a...

Have you ever dreamed of having a quaint little barn in your backyard? Have you always wanted to have a spacious workshop? Building a barn is a great way to add huge amounts of value to your property, but the construction process can seem overwhelming. Don’t worry!

How to get Free Pole Barn PlansAre you looking for free pole barn plans? Maybe you need some ideas and inspiration on planning your dream barn. If this is true you have come to the right place! We are offering several free books to download that are packed full of...

How to set a post, and install U Brackets in Your new BarnThe following two videos show in detail, how to install foundation U brackets, and how to set a post. If you have any questions on this process, just let me know.How to set a postGet access to more videos like...

How to Install T plates on the Posts in Your new BarnThe following two videos show in detail, How to Install T plates on the Posts in Your new Barn. If you have any questions on this process, just let me know.How to install T PlatesGet access to more videos like this,...

Horse barn design and layout planningWhy would you want to build a timber frame horse barn? Many people choose to board their horses, but there is nothing as wonderful as looking out your window and seeing your horse frolicking in the pasture. When you choose to house...

High Pitched Gable Barns One of the Oldest Barn Designs.Here you will find several gambrel barn designs. The gambrel roof became popular on barns after the American Civil war. The Gambrel barn allowed farmers to increase the size of their loft space without making the...