JH Yoder Timbers beams come standard with axe marks that make each piece truly one of a kind. As is the case with all pine beams, you can expect some additional checking within the first year or two. This is normal and is not cause for concern structurally - your new hand hewn beam is durable and safe.

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We currently offer 5 color choices: Barnwood, Dark Chocolate, Rustic Walnut, Smoked Oak, and Weathered Siding. The color may vary slightly depending on the beam itself, since no two beams have exactly the same qualities. Also, please note that when viewing any color samples online there can be variations in the appearance of colors depending on the screen type. We try to make the representations as accurate as possible, but slight variation is to be expected.

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Corbels by JH Yoder Timers are available in 2 styles: Traditional and Cove. No matter which you prefer, these simple additions provide even more character and elegance to your already custom piece.

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The back of your beam should be notched out to fit on a 2x4 or 2x6 (depending on the size of the beam). Your mantel can be ordered this way, if it has not been notched out already. Locate on your wall where you want your mantel to rest and mount a 2x4 (or 2x6) on the wall. The entire weight of the beam will be on the 2x4 (or2x6), so be sure that it is well secured. Place your mantel on the 2x4 (or 2x6) and screw from the top of your mantel down into the 2x4 (or 2x6). We suggest using 3 to 4 screws from the top and 2 screws from the bottom up. For brick or any masonry use mason screws plus construction glue to mount the 2x4 (or 2x6) on the wall.

 

If you are mounting a mantel where there will be stonework laid later, we recommend that you use steel straps on your mantel. We have steel straps available for mounting. Please inquire if you would like to purchase these from us. These straps are pre-drilled with holes every 2 inches. The steel straps are screwed to the back of the beam, with one hole extending below the beam and 2 to 3 holes extending above the beam. We suggest that you use one strap per 25 pounds (example: 4 straps for a 100 pound beam). Locate the wood framing on the wall and attach straps using 3 to 3 1/2 inch screws. Hint: To keep from burying your mantel in the stone, you can build out the back of your mantel by adding a 2x8 board to it. Then you would attach the straps to the 2x8 and mount as described above. This allows more of the beam to protrude above your fireplace. The stonework then goes around the mounted mantel.