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Will Beemer

Will Beemer

For the past 35 years, Will Beemer has taught timber-framing and carpentry at the Heartwood School for the Homebuilding Crafts in Washington, Mass. He has also recently retired as co-director of the Timber Framers Guild. He and his wife, Michelle, live in Becket, Mass., in a house with a great view of his hops vines. Will is an avid sea kayaker, whitewater enthusiast musician, and home brewer.

Features by this author:
Use a Pull Saw

Pull saws aren't every-day tools, but they can come in handy on occasion.

Timber-Frame Bang Without the BuckOnline Membership Required

Using timber-frame elements selectively is a more affordable way to add strength and beauty to a conventionally framed home

Build a Timber-Frame ShedOnline Membership Required

What could be better? Learn the basics of timber-framing and get an outbuilding in the process.

Raising a 12x16 Timber Frame

A parts list and a close look as timbers come together as a structure

Rules for Finish Carpentry

A veteran builder and teacher shares the rules that shape his work

Ten Rules for Finish Carpentry

A veteran builder and teacher shares the rules that shape his work