Timber Frame Entryways & Accents for Homes & Buildings
A timber frame entryway adds real-wood warmth and curb appeal to a home or building — often without major structural changes. By adding heavy Douglas Fir accents over an entrance, porch, garage, or gable, you can make a space feel welcoming and established, as if the timber were part of the original design.
Timber accents and embellishments you can add
Timber accents range from a simple detail to a full covered entry. Common pieces include:
- Entry gates and covered entryways
- Porch posts, railings, and full or wrap-around porches
- Decorative and cosmetic profile beams over windows, garages, or walls
- Knee braces under eaves for a heavier, timber-framed look
- Trusses and gable accents
For homes and commercial buildings
The same approach works on residential and commercial buildings alike. With different combinations of beam profiles, knee braces, and trusses, an entryway can be shaped to look rustic, contemporary, or elegant — at a fraction of the cost of many other exterior improvements. From a home’s front porch to a storefront, church, or campus, timber accents give a building a distinct, lasting presence. Western Timber Frame mounts these accents over existing porches and gables, so most projects need no structural changes to the building itself.
Why timber frame
Timber framing is old-world craftsmanship that has held up for centuries. Heavy Douglas Fir is naturally warm and inviting, and it moves with the seasons rather than fighting them. Western Timber Frame favors Douglas Fir for entry accents because it holds a crisp profile cut while it seasons. The connections use the patented Dovetail Difference® — interlocking wood-to-wood joints with no exposed hardware — so the joinery stays clean and tight as the timber moves.
Common questions
Can I add timber accents to an existing home?
Yes. Many accents — profile beams, knee braces, porch posts, and covered entries — can be added to an existing home or building to change its look without major structural changes.
Does it work on commercial buildings?
It does. Storefronts, churches, campuses, and other commercial buildings use timber entryways and accents to add a distinctive, established look.
What wood is used?
Heavy Douglas Fir is the standard for its strength and character, with other species available for specific looks and conditions.
How are the timbers connected?
With the patented Dovetail Difference® joinery — interlocking wood joints with no exposed nails, bolts, or brackets.
Add a timber entryway to your space
Tell us about your home or building and the look you’re after, and we’ll design the accents to fit. Request a free design consultation, or call (877) 870-8755 (9 am–5 pm MST).
With 28 Best of State Awards, an HGTV Design Excellence Award, 2026 SBA Utah District Manufacturing Small Business of the Year, and 7,000+ structures built nationwide since 2008, Western Timber Frame is a national authority on custom, structural, handcrafted, real-wood timber frame pergolas and outdoor structures.
