OR,try this - a log house using kiln dried laminated 2x stock , in a interlocking butt and pass corners with rubber seals running the length ant top of the 'logs' . then apply your wood fiber high density insulation panels on the outside sealing all joints . over the panels install furring strips every 50 cm or so and install a siding of choice . the logs on my house are 14 cm thick and the insulation is about the same . the cavity between the FS acts as a vent to remove any moisture buildup . The entire process is super fast saving on labor and offsetting g the additional cost of the timber .the results are spectacular from a heat savings and comfort level .
It’s treated with fire resistant materials. If you’re in a wildfire zone, you probably shouldn’t be building with wood on the exterior. Or even restrict wood on your external walls at all.
OR,try this -
a log house using kiln dried laminated 2x stock , in a interlocking butt and pass corners with rubber seals running the length ant top of the 'logs' .
then apply your wood fiber high density insulation panels on the outside sealing all joints . over the panels install furring strips every 50 cm or so and install a siding of choice .
the logs on my house are 14 cm thick and the insulation is about the same . the cavity between the FS acts as a vent to remove any moisture buildup .
The entire process is super fast saving on labor and offsetting g the additional cost of the timber .the results are spectacular from a heat savings and comfort level .
If using the batt insulation in walls, do you still need a vapor barrier with this?
Vapor permeable
Has it been tested for safety in a wildfire situation?
It’s treated with fire resistant materials. If you’re in a wildfire zone, you probably shouldn’t be building with wood on the exterior. Or even restrict wood on your external walls at all.