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29 06, 2019

Rebuilding an old log cabin

Noah Bradley2019-06-29T10:25:09+00:00

There are four clues that indicate this cabin has been re-built in a different location… 1) the jar lids that are still nailed to the ends of some of the logs (a common method of numbering the logs)… 2) the front door and wide trim around it (although old, they don’t quite match do they?) …. 3) the bottom sill log on the front is in perfect condition (likely from another salvaged cabin)… 4) and some of the logs on one side of the cabin don’t match those on the other side.
Overall, a fine job rebuilding an old cabin… (but, I’d have been tempted to add some windows and a front porch… and a chimney).

Originally posted 2015-12-01 14:00:43.

Rebuilding an old log cabinNoah Bradley2019-06-29T10:25:09+00:00

29 06, 2019

Why?

Noah Bradley2019-06-29T10:25:06+00:00

I wonder how many people walk by this cabin and fail to pause a moment to look her over?

I doubt many.

This small home certainly has it’s problems and shortcomings. For one thing, it’s likely a bit dark and damp inside having been built so close to the ground and with so few windows.

And yet, we are drawn to this structure, issues and all.

Why is that?

Originally posted 2015-11-30 14:32:55.

Why?Noah Bradley2019-06-29T10:25:06+00:00

29 06, 2019

A great design for a hillside home

Noah Bradley2019-06-29T10:25:02+00:00

A “whitewashed” mountainside cabin.

Notice how well she fit’s the site. And how well a walk out basement works on a slope.

Originally posted 2015-11-28 14:29:17.

A great design for a hillside homeNoah Bradley2019-06-29T10:25:02+00:00

29 06, 2019

Poplar logs

Noah Bradley2019-06-29T10:25:00+00:00

These are poplar logs… one of my favorites.

Poplar logs are often among the widest logs found on old cabins.

Poplar is an abundant species of wood, it grows straight and relatively knot-free, and it is a joy to hew and notch. These massive logs tend to “soften” in appearance as they age and are quite tempting to caress with the hand as they will not splinter. They are also among the best logs for insulation R-values.

I have no idea why log cabin kit homes do not offer poplar logs… it’s baffling to me.

If you look closely you can see that wire lathing has been applied between the logs and it is now ready for an application of mortar.

Originally posted 2015-11-28 13:51:46.

Poplar logsNoah Bradley2019-06-29T10:25:00+00:00

29 06, 2019

Building a dream

Noah Bradley2019-06-29T10:24:58+00:00

One day you will have the home of your dreams (if you don’t already).
Perhaps next Thanksgiving having a home like this will be on your list of “things to be thankful for”.

Don’t be concerned if you don’t know where to begin… if you have found your way to this site… if you find yourself looking through the images here and have been reading my short commentaries on them… congratulations, you’ve already begun!

Originally posted 2015-11-26 16:25:01.

Building a dreamNoah Bradley2019-06-29T10:24:58+00:00

29 06, 2019

A two story porch

Noah Bradley2019-06-29T10:24:56+00:00

A two-story porch has benefits beyond just achieving a slightly better view… for one thing… the upper level tends to be more of private space than the porch below as it is located off of the bedrooms on the second floor and well out of the reach of anyone just “dropping by”.

The air also seems fresher up here. And flying insects, particularly those that bite, are less common.

Originally posted 2015-11-26 14:34:35.

A two story porchNoah Bradley2019-06-29T10:24:56+00:00

29 06, 2019

Almost ready to chink

Noah Bradley2019-06-29T10:24:54+00:00

The logs are in place. The window is set and ready to trim. And then it’s time to chink!

Originally posted 2015-11-25 14:45:11.

Almost ready to chinkNoah Bradley2019-06-29T10:24:54+00:00

29 06, 2019

Trim… to paint or not… and what color?

Noah Bradley2019-06-29T10:24:50+00:00

There is no right or wrong answer.

About have of the cabins that I have built or seen over the years have had neutral-colored paint trim, or, the trim has been left natural and unpainted. The other half of these cabins the owners have decided to “liven the cabin up” with bright colors, most often red or green. I can’t say that I have a preference, they all are attractive.

It’s more about the shade of the color, than whether or not there is a color. (avoid lime green for example)

Originally posted 2015-11-23 15:39:28.

Trim… to paint or not… and what color?Noah Bradley2019-06-29T10:24:50+00:00

29 06, 2019