Built to outlast generations.
Heavy post-and-beam pavilion kits, steel connector plates, and 2×8 T&G — pre-cut, pre-fit, and palletized in our Henderson, TN shop, then shipped nationwide.
One shop. Four ways to buy.
Pre-fabricated pavilion & plate kits
Ready-to-ship sizes, fixed pricing, fast lead times. Pre-cut, pre-fit, palletized. Optional engineering available when required.
Best for homeowners & contractors who want a proven kit.
Shop Standard KitsDIY Design & Hardware Kits
Plans, hardware, cut lists, renderings, and builder support in one package. Supply your own lumber, roofing, and labor while we provide the system.
Best for DIY builders, contractors, owner-builders, and budget-conscious pavilion customers.
Explore DIY KitsDesigned for your site & specs
Free consultation, 3D rendering, and detailed shop drawings. Any size, any species. Optional engineering available when required.
Best for architects, builders & one-off residential projects.
Request a Custom QuoteWholesale pricing & marketing support
Stock our pavilions or steel plates. Dealer pricing, displays, and lead routing.
Best for lumberyards, outdoor retailers & building suppliers.
Become a DealerTrusted in 30+ states.
Every kit is palletized for nationwide freight with assembly drawings, in-house steel connectors, and freight quotes provided up front. We deliver curbside and coordinate with your local crew for the raise.
Heavier than a kit. Simpler than custom.
Real heavy timber post-and-beam construction — pre-cut, pre-fit, and palletized in our Henderson, TN shop — so a local contractor or capable crew can raise it on your site. Here's how that compares to the alternatives.
Heavy post-and-beam
Real 6×6, 8×8, and 6×12 timbers — not lightweight decorative pergola lumber.
Pre-cut & pre-fit
Every joint is cut, test-fit, labeled, and palletized before it ships.
Cypress · Cedar · SYP
Choose Cypress, Western Red Cedar, or Southern Yellow Pine — built for outdoor life.
In-house steel plates
Steel connector plate kits designed and pressed in our shop through Core Connectors.
| What you get | Timber Frame Solutions | Big-Box Kits | Local Stick-Built | Fully Custom Timber | DIY from Raw Lumber |
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| Material weight | Heavy 6×6 / 8×8 / 6×12 timbers | Light dimensional lumber | 2× framing, fascia-wrapped posts | Heavy timber (varies by shop) | Whatever the lumberyard has |
| Shop pre-fit | Pre-cut, test-fit, labeled, palletized | Flat-pack hardware kit | Cut on site | Yes, but project-specific | None — you cut it all |
| Wood species | Cypress · Cedar · SYP | Pressure-treated SPF | Whatever's stocked locally | Any (priced accordingly) | Whatever you source |
| Steel connectors | In-house Core Connectors plates | Stamped brackets | Generic hangers | Custom-fabricated (long lead) | Off-the-shelf |
| Shipping | Palletized · nationwide freight | Parcel / store pickup | Local only | Project-by-project | You haul it |
| Who raises it | Your contractor or capable crew | Homeowner / handyman | GC required | Specialty timber crew | You |
| Predictability | Fixed scope, known lead time | Cheap but lightweight | Varies by contractor | One-off — long timelines | Unknown until you finish |
| Speed | Faster than custom · repeatable | Fastest | Weeks on site | Months of design + build | As long as it takes |
Joinery you can feel.
Locally sourced Cypress, Cedar, and Southern Yellow Pine. Precision-milled timbers join with steel connector plates we cut, weld, and finish in our own shop. Pre-cut, pre-fit, and palletized — your local crew raises it.
- 01Free consultation & 3D rendering after deposit
- 02Timber pre-cut, pre-fit & optional stain in shop
- 03Steel connector plates cut in house
- 04Palletized & freight-shipped nationwide
Shipped nationwide from Henderson, Tennessee.
Our heavy timber kits are pre-cut, palletized, and shipped from Henderson, Tennessee to customers across the country.
- Palletized freight coordination
- Nationwide delivery capabilities
- Kits prepared for local contractor or customer-led installation
- Freight and offload planning handled before shipment
Built right, shipped right.
"Very nice, well designed kit! Everything went together & fit as planned! From the post mount brackets to the shingles, everything I needed to put this pavilion together! Great job Timber Frame Solutions! Thank you!"
"I must say, Timber Frame Solutions delivered a fantastic product. Very easy to put together and great to work with!"
Stock our kits in your yard.
Wholesale pricing on pavilions and steel connector plates with dealer displays, co-branded marketing, and lead routing to your store.
Plan a structure that outlives you.
Tell us about your site. We'll come back with a preliminary kit scope and budget within one business day.
- 01Cypress, Cedar, or Southern Yellow Pine — pre-cut & pre-fit
- 02In-house steel connector plates (powder coat or DTM)
- 03Palletized & freight-shipped nationwide
Common questions.
How long has Timber Frame Solutions been in business?
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We've been building post-and-beam timber kits since 2022 and have shipped to 30+ states from Henderson, Tennessee. Family-run, with all timber milling and steel plate fabrication done in house.
Do you ship to my state?
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Yes — we ship nationwide. Kits are palletized and delivered via freight to all 48 states with assembly drawings and in-house steel connector plates.
Can I buy a frame-only kit?
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Yes. Stain, roofing, and additional plating are optional add-ons. Many customers take the base kit and finish on site with their local crew.
What gauge are your steel connector plates?
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Standard is 10 gauge with powder-coat or DTM finish. We can source and cut up to 3/8" plate on request.
Do you install the kits?
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No. Kits are pre-fabricated for fast install by the homeowner or a local contractor. Our pre-fitting drastically reduces install time and cost.