Recent content by bluejack

I'm in the same boat. About to use metal building insulation on a wooden pole barn about R13 (3-4") and screw the roof directly into wood purlins. It's vinyl backed and my contractor buddy seems to think that will work fine. I wondered about moisture problems but I guess this is done all the...

Been searching but most companies say a 13' high door qualifies as commercial and therefore not available in those faux wood finishes we see on residential 10' doors. Anyone know of a company that makes taller doors that look like carriage/wooden doors? Also looked at a couple of options for...

Thanks again for the thoughts. Before I get permits I have to have something for them to look at which is why I am trying to get some ideas. My cousin is a draftsman for a construction firm and he has the computer programs and knowledge to make a set of architectural plans to submit. So we are...

wizard, that is the design I was considering for sure. Here is a link to a "barn" that is really just a bad a** party space that I'm sure costs a ton but sort of the look I'm going for. http://www.houzz.com/photos/2296645/Cruz-Cabin-rustic-exterior-denver

Thanks so much guys, and keep any other ideas coming. I really appreciate the insights. To clarify, by pole built I guess I meant timber frame that I can't imagine being the cheapest. My friends in the construction biz say metal is cheapest but I am going for a board and batten type siding...

Hello, New to the forum. I have used the search functions, and although I have seen a few ideas that are relevant, I figured I'd ask directly and possibly be directed by the veterans to what I am looking for. I am looking to build a rustic looking barn (without the expense of being pole...