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Mihai Ionescu

Member • 2 hours ago

Techniques

Traditional nail-free joints for beams

I'm looking for information about the types of "dovetail" joints used in Maramureș for support beams. Does anyone have sketches or detailed photographs of the sections?

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Ana Enache

Expert • Yesterday

Identification

Old house with zoomorphic carvings in Oaș

I documented a house from 1887 with carved horse heads on the posts. I've uploaded the photos to the catalog. Who knows the meaning of these motifs in the Oaș region?

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Vasile Călinescu

Newcomer • 3 days ago

Question

Advice for reinforcing a porch

My grandparents' house porch is wobbly. The wood is healthy, but some joints are weakened. How could I reinforce it without altering its traditional appearance? Thank you!

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Wooden Heritage exists to protect, document, and rekindle traditional wooden architecture. We believe that every carved beam, every nail-free joint, is a page from the book of our shared history.

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We study and promote traditional construction methods and artisanal carving, where every detail has a story and a function.

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We promote an authentic connection with natural materials. Wood is not just a building material, but a partner in the story.

Our ultimate goal is to keep this heritage alive, not just in a museum, but in the community's consciousness, as a source of inspiration and identity.

Artistic detail of a traditional wooden joint, hand carving

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