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Logs 'n Dogs
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1. The Basics
2. Get Started
3. Selecting/Handling Logs
4. Foundation
5. Log Walls
6. Ridge, Purlins and Supports
7. Roof
8. Windows and Doors
9. Chinking
10. Floors
11. Finish It!
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Welcome to Logs 'n Dogs
How we built our own log home, from scratch, on the cheap,
with no prior experience...and you can too!
1 The Basics
An overview of the structural concept for our log home.
2 Getting Started
Drawing plans and figuring out the site work.
3 Selecting and Handling the Logs
Finding, cutting, peeling, seasoning and cataloging the logs.
4 Foundation
Pier vs. continuous concrete foundation options.
5 Log Walls
Erecting the wall logs
6 Ridge Pole, Purlins and Upright Support Logs
Erecting the home's structural logs.
7 Roof
Placing the rafters and constructing a metal roof.
8 Windows and Doors
Cutting out and framing windows and doors.
9 Chinking
An inexpensive chinking method.
10 Floors
A radiant slab main floor and wooden floor for the loft.
11 Finish It!
Final details to complete the job.
About Us
1 The Basics
2 Get Started
3 Handling Logs
4 Foundation
5 Log Walls
6 Structural Logs
7 Roof
8 Windows & Doors
9 Chinking
10 Floors
11 Finish It
About Us
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