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The Importance of Good Design for Log Structures

David Rogers2019-04-21T15:11:18-07:00May 3rd, 2017|Resources|

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Design for Longevity

David Rogers2020-03-10T16:03:52-07:00February 6th, 2017|Resources|

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Log Building Workshops at your location

David Rogers2019-02-12T10:14:28-07:00February 5th, 2017|Resources|

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A Basic Log Building Tool Kit

David Rogers2019-04-21T15:15:04-07:00January 25th, 2017|Resources|

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Top Resources & Suppliers for Building a Tool Set

David Rogers2019-02-08T15:27:22-07:00January 23rd, 2017|Resources|

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A Beginners Library of Log Building Knowledge

David Rogers2019-02-08T15:26:49-07:00January 21st, 2017|Resources|

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The ‘Zane Grey’ cabin at Mormon Lake Resort, A The ‘Zane Grey’ cabin at Mormon Lake Resort, Arizona is a massive project we have been working on. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ This historic cabin requires extensive work, but thankfully we have a thorough plan in place to ensure we give it the love it needs to return to its former glory!⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #historicalrestoration #restoration #logcabin #logcabinrestoration #zanegrey #arizona #arizonahistory #cabin #loghome #logbuilding #logstructure #mormonlake
Joe Herrle using a broad axe with precision to for Joe Herrle using a broad axe with precision to form the wall planks for the Skolaskin Church in Nespelem, Washington.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #broadaxe #logcabin #logbuilding #logstructure #logbuilder #logbuilders #pnw #pnwonderland #skolaskin #skolaskinchurch #heritagestructure #heritagebuilding #historicalstructure #historicalrestoration
💪 A true craftsman at work! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Marc Leigh deep into setting cedar plank bench seat faces at the Grand Ronde Plankhouse in Oregon. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #logbuilders #logcabin #loghome #logstructure #logschool #orgeon #pnw #pnwonderland #buildersofig #homebuilders #loghome #loghomebuilders #cabinporn #homesweethome
🏡A glorious shot of a piece-en-piece style cott 🏡A glorious shot of a piece-en-piece style cottage in Lost Lake, Oregon. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ❄️Twin ridge beams provide each side with independent rafter support, making it a very sturdy design that can stand up to heavy snowfall in the region. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ 📐Though the cottage’s log ridge cap is out of fashion these days, it was once used quite frequently in rural settings.⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #cabin #cabinporn #cabininthewoods #pnw #pnwonderland #logcabin #loghome #logbuilding #logstructure #logschool #oregon #lostlake
📏As the saying goes, “measure twice, cut once 📏As the saying goes, “measure twice, cut once”⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ In this case, we were laying out the quadrants and reference lines for upright posts. In addition to the direction orientation markings, we also included a seat cut depth for joinery of another log end, ensuring all would fit together seamlessly once done 💪⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #logbuilding #woodworking #handbuilthome #logcabin #logschool #logstructure #logjoining #pnw #pnwonderland #oregon #builder #homebuilder #loghome
The Brann Cabin on San Juan Island in Washington h The Brann Cabin on San Juan Island in Washington has seen a lot of transformation. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Originally built with a window on this side of the home, it was eventually renovated and swapped for a door. We were tasked with returning it back into a window, which we accomplished using all split cedar planks and trim, along with a window sash procured from an architectural salvage supply. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #pnw #washington #sanjuanislands #pnwonderland #cabin #heritagesite #heritagecabin #logcabin #loghome #logbuilding #logschool #cabinporn #cabininthewoods #historicalcabin #historicalstructure
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