Barns and Outbuildings

Time-honored designs for erecting any farm structure from dairy barn to smokehouse. Includes 250 historical and practical illustrations. A fascinating tribute to the beauty of the farm and the ingenuity of the American farmerFirst published in 1881, Barns and Outbuildings, Second Edition, presents dozens of practical examples of barns and outbuildings, both large and small, complete with illustrations, floor plans, and building instructions for your easy use. Inside you will find a wealth of design ideas, including: •Western cattle barn with covered cattle stalls •Portable pigpen with self-closing doors •Ice house •Dog house •Smoke house Included are tips on choosing the correct foundation and materials for your particular structure and on how to take into account the overall aesthetics of your farm when planning your new building. Combining sturdy practicality with fine craftsmanship, Barns and Outbuildings, Second Edition provides you with all the information you need in planning your barn or outbuilding. Dozens of illustrations, floor plans, and instructions provide a wealth of information for cattle barns, pigeon houses, self-feeding corncribs, self-closing doors, horse barns, dog houses, and much more. There are also suggestions on placement of outbuildings and choosing the right materials for foundations, walls, and roof. The new release of this homesteading helper will engage new audiences, from builders to history buffs to craft lovers.