Building A Log Cabin | Ep. 56 | Ripping out the chinking and starting again! | Porch roofing
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 26 พ.ค. 2023
- In this episode, we continue gathering dirt for our raised beds. We also experience the last snow of the year, and have some interesting wild animal encounters at the cabin. We try out a new mortar technique involving putting nails between the logs to help hold the mortar in place and prevent it from cracking, which our previous chinking was doing. The test was successful so we continue chinking two sides of the cabin. We also carry up more metal roofing to complete the porch roof as well as the woodshed roof.
Welcome to our channel! This Log Cabin Project is a dream that we have had for several years that we finally decided to make a reality. Our goal is to build a tiny log cabin from scratch using as much material from our land as possible. We are building it entirely using hand tools (no chainsaw!). This cabin will function fully off-grid and will be only accessible by foot. Subscribe to follow our journey!
We are learning a lot as we are doing (as always), so don't hesitate if you have any questions, it will be a pleasure to share tips and tricks, if possible.
You two kids will have enough memories for two more incarnations. I love your vids.
Most of the channels that i've watched have used wire lath with mortar chinking. The stuff Shawn James used came in a bucket, but if I remember it was costly.
Cabin coming along nicely so much work and progress 🇬🇧😊
Thank you :)
Aaah the great Canadian porch roof dance, it’s good to see the young people are keeping up the tradition. 🤣
An ancient technique passed down by the elders 😂
No me canso de ver sus hermosos videos
let's make this channel grow by sharing the videos, they deserve it for the awesome job they've done.
Thanks Jeff! We appreciate your support :)
You two just seem to take each step in the process to another level. I love watching you work together. ❤❤
Thank you so much Bird! Thanks for following and supporting us!
Use a natural rope pushed into the seems between the logs inside and out covered by pitch. This allows for expansion/contraction as well as waterproofing/insulation. Any mortar you use, despite all efforts, over time will crack! (You can however use modern specialty products made just for chinking that contain acrylics that allow for expansion/contraction) but regular mortar, regardless of the precautions taken, will crack over time.
I was thinking the same thing. I'm sure there's a silicone/rubber like substance you can use thats specifically made for chinking? Though I think they want to use something more natural?? However, having to drive all of those tiny nails in, would make my brain explode!
I still think this the prettiest log cabin I have ever seen. Great job.
Wow, thank you Cathy!
Try good urself .
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NOOOOO WAY
Good build... Lady
Looks beautiful, you have done a magnificent job
Great effort and determination with the chinking. Kudos to both of you for maintaining your high standards. And…happy summer today🎉
Thank you! You too!
Saludos cordiales desde Piedras Negras Coahuila de Zaragoza, México, el cemento afea lo bonito de los troncos, el poliuretano espreado hubiera quedado mucho mejor y aparte seguiría luciendo por ser del mismo color de la madera.
Awesome video Beautiful cabin And amazing home thank you for taking us along with you ❤️
Thank you :)
Oh yes, the new chinking looks much nicer, good job. Thank you.
Para ser una pareja joven muchas felicidades porque los dos saben lo que quieren uno dél otro felicidades por ser una pareja que quieren y están contribuyendo cosas para los dos espero sigan así por siempre y les deseo muchas felicidades y sigan adelante con su proyecto que yo los sigo desde Guadalajara Jalisco México saludos
Beautiful
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You guys are amazing I love your effort to built your house ❤
Thanks, Ivette!
Nick, that is a very ingenious method of moving your metal roofing 😅
I’m so impressed with how you both take really good care of your tools and anything you have.
Very nice cabin ❤
Adoro ver seus vídeos.. sempre novidades... Brasil 🇧🇷
One animal I haven't seen is the porcupine...pretty cool.
I bet you're glad you are done or almost done with the chinking?...it professional would be least favorite thing...but you both are amazing how you both work together.
Question though?
If its going to be even more insulated...how do you keep it from getting too hot in the winter with the stove going?
Looking forward to seeing what y'all tackle next. Thanks 👍
Enjoy the great weather you are going to be having.
Thanks Jeff! The cabin does get pretty hot when we have good fire going, so we usually keep the fire smaller, or crack some windows.
Коментар на підтримку каналу 👍
Бажаю Вам міцного здоров'я і щастя. Ви великі молодці 💪
Привітання з України ✌️🇺🇦
Wow, it all looks so good, well done!
Thanks so much! 😊
That roofers dance was cool 😅 Are you that good on an actual dance floor? Hope that new chinking works out cause it does look good. Wouldn’t miss an episode. You two are great. Ottawa fan 👵🐶🥰
We bring the same moves to the dance floor 😂 thanks Sandra, it’s always a pleasure to read you :) take care neighbor, hope the forest fires are not causing too much problems where you are!!
As a couple, you guys work great with one another. And do excellent work. How much time and money was needed to get this beautiful cabin built
Thanks! About 2 years, and about $10,000CAD
Hello good working for the cabin 👍good day for you and take care you
Thanks, you too!
Looks great
Bonjour.belle Unité de couple construisant de belles choses ☺️👍
Merci Daniel!
Проделана большая работа. Всё очень качественно. Высший класс! Не понятно только почему нельзя было для теплоизоляции использовать мох? Неужели это такая проблема? Я в остальном всё так же, как и у нас в России.
Nice work! You have very good skills for this being your first cabin!
I'm building this week too and the mosquitos have started! Last week none this week tons.
Where are you situated ? Mosquitoes have been insane this year here too.. thankfully, it’s not our first rodeo with them, so we’re well equipped 😂
Thanks, Robert :)
Nossa que travalheira so vcs mesmo para fazer este trabalho ta ficando ótimo, obrigada por compartilhar
You might consider using great stuff / Flex seal / or some other expanding foam, then paint it a color that looks natural. This way it expands into the crevices for the best seal and won’t crack.
You two are doing a great job ...looking great.
Staple Open Mesh Screening In The Log Joints = Cement Sticks 4ever...
Both Inside & Out...
It's a very nice build, I congratulate you :)
Watching here in the ❤
Boa noite. Somos aqui do Brasil.
Cidade de Goiânia, estado de Goias
Meu nome é Sebastião Apolinário
O melhor método pra vocês selarem as juntas da madeira é usar uma garrafa para dar o acabamento na massa de cimento
Esfregando a garrafa várias vezes a massa ficará com um acabamento perfeito
I recently found your channel and have very much enjoyed your videos. I'm impressed with your skills and work ethic. If I might make some suggestions for your consideration: flashing on the roof where your porch roof meets the house and battens for the board wall on the front porch. Best wishes for continued success!
It looks great! Did you ever consider using flexible acrylic chinking? ‘Seems to me it might hold up better.
We thought about synthetic chinking, but it's about 10x the price. We're too frugal for that haha
É muito lindo vê voces trabalhando na vossa casa com tanto zelo 😊 um abraço cadal lindo ...
muito obrigado 😊
A very productive week or however long that was. Are you going to capture the rain off the porch roof? Thanks for the video.
Not for now! We thought of planting some plants under the roof to not waste the water, but there’s barely any soil there so we’d have to build some raised beds. Anyways, we might end up collecting the water in the future, if we need too :)
My dad worked on steam boilers at the hospital and when they did repairs they used boncrete or wood glue in the motar. I saw it and dis a patch at home where there was a low spot . It never let go in 30 years.
I think fibreglass chopped up would be the go. I see step treads at the station with it in. Very strong
Доброго дня. Для заделки швов между бревен нужно использовать пастообразные силиконовые и акриловые герметики.
The expansion and contraction is different between the 2 types of materials (logs and mortar). The mortar will always crack and need replaced. The log home industry would be good to consult on the various materials they've spent a lot of money on to research.
God and the hard work
You can also add Fiberglass to the concrete to keep it from cracking & falling out. :)
Вы молодцы построили прекрасный дом здоровья счастья вам и всех земных благ.
Thank you! And same to you :)
I hope your porch doesn't leak. You didn't put any flashing against the wall.🙏🏻
For future reference...do your mortar before you stain your logs that will also help in the mortar adhering to the logs .
Are you still changing the entrance to your wood shed?
Outside room will be so great in warm weather!
Probably ! We might convert it into a tool shed too? We don’t know yet!
Популярна методика заделки щелей - «тёплый шов» c использованием шнура из вспененного полипропилена для крупных щелей и ленты для мелких. Метод приводит к экономии герметика и долговечности выполненный работы. Шнуром или лентой заполняют щель, сверху наносят слой герметика не менее 5 мм.
U Should Be Using A Hard Plastic or Metal Roller, To Seal The HT-B Down...
Awesome! May I ask what’s the name of the tool for marking those curves and arches on the log? Thanks
You're probably talking about the Log Scribe
Cooooollll ❤❤❤
Hello Nick and Manela: thank you for a very nice video. I love not only how nice the log cabin is coming out but how you two are taking your time and doing it correctly. Great job, this will be some thing you can be proud of once it does get finish. But then again owning a home there is something you can always do but not the great undering taking you have here in building a home stead from scratch. Make sure you build a little fun and relaxing into your days, when you can. Have fun and yes you may have a few little set backs but take a deep breath and see what you two have accomplished. Keep safe and see you next time.
Thanks Phil! We agree, there are always more projects and tasks added to our long list everyday!
hi outthere Nick and Maela..Thank you for a fantactic project you have made... hope you are doing well.,I'm thinking,,Why don't you put a few filters on that water canister. Then you are completely protected from poison and chimtrails
Chinking looks alot better now. Are you guys going to brush some kind of sealer on the mortor to give it better moisture protection? I hope the porch roof is strong enough to handle the weight of the snow your going to get. Looking good guys.
We thought about it and haven’t yet made a decision ahah
As for the porch, it should!! Nick designed it to be able to resist the load of more than our average snowfall. But if we ever get worried, we’ll go on top and take it out :)
Thanks, Tim!!
Bravi.👍👍👍
Hola amigos personalmente En lugar de emplear mortero para sellar Las uniones entre los Troncos yo hubiera empleado masilla sellante de poliuretano sikaflex o algo similar no espuma sino masilla que va muy bien para rellenar y tapar juntas tanto en el interior como en el exterior un saludo
You both are so adorable together and such a beautiful couple and OMG what a great job you both are Hard workers ROSA OLBERA
Thank you Rosa!!
Porcupine are notorious for eating areas with hand salt contact.
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Why not squeeze weather-resistant silicone between the logs? Why grout that crumbles out again when the trunks dry?
The logs are already dry, so there won't be too much of an issue on that front. We could have used synthetic chinkig, but it's about 10x the price! We're too frugal for that haha
@ : Well, since I'm German and looking a little further into the future, I know that wood that absorbs and releases moisture as it dries will shrink and expand in proportion to its size. From this I draw my conclusions and would rather invest a few euros , in your case dollars , to have a better result and cost less in the future if you have to do it again .
Omg
I think the wooden filler or sawdust mixed with wood glue can be permanent solution
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Como es que ustedes saben tanto de todo eso???? 😮
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Good night.
At first, I look at what and how you do... very interesting!
Watched the previous video and this one and you are making the same mistake. The tree grows larger at high humidity, and becomes smaller as it dries out. the fact that you cover the cracks with cement is not good, because the cement will spill out later. How about you take a sealant that can withstand frost and heat and when it hardens it will be like rubber, it will be better.
As for your garden... some plants don't do well in acidic soil. land with conifers is impossible for them. Be careful ;)
When there is not a lot of water, it is better to cover the ground with a thick layer of mulch, then the moisture does not evaporate and later the mulch becomes dry!;)
Доброї ночі.
Зпочатку дивлюсь що і як ви робите... дуже цікаво!
Подивився попереднє відео та це і ви робите одну й ту саму помилку. Дерево при високій вологості стає більше, поли просихає стає меньше. те що ви цементом замазуєте щілини не добре, бо цемент буде висипатись згодом. Як що Ви візьмете Герметик який витримує мороз та жару і при застигані буде як резина, буде краще.
Щодо вашого городу... деякі рослини погано себе почувають в кислій землі. для них неможна землю з хвойними. Будьте уважуі;)
Коли не дуже багато води, краще землю завривати товстим слоєм мульчі, тоді волога не випаровується та згодом мульча становиться добевом!;)
Mortar has been used to fill the gaps in log cabins for centuries, so we're not too worried about it. The synthetic sealants are also way more expensive!
So far our garden is growing well, hopefully it stays that way!
And good point, we covered the raised beds with wood shavings
@ I really hope for this!
I like what you do! not everyone will decide on such a thing, and not everyone will have enough experience to build their own house, especially in the forest.
Everything is going quite well for you! I respect such actions! Don't stop! ;)
Дуже на це все сподіваюсь!
Мені подобається те що ви робите! не кожен на таке зважиться, а тимпаче не в кожного буде досить досвіду щоб побудувати Власний дім та тимпаче у лісі.
У Вас Все виходить досить вдало! Поважаю такі вчинки! Не зупиняйтесь!;)
Chinking has been done for hundreds of thousands of years and some are still ok to this day. Education and knowledge is a wonderful thing. Trees do not grow once they die.
How about spray foam for the chinking?
Hey guys, if you cut pieces of screen & staple them in between the logs, & add a small amount of ashes from your woodstove to your morter mix, it will hold so much better. Sincerely, the old Montana cowboy,
Frank Scherping
wire lathe stronger than screen.
We might try out metal lath on future walls and see what works best! And we didn't know about using ash, we may try that too
Put 440 Filler ,it'll stick to wood.
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A rope with tar like they used to make wooden boats waterproof would have been easier and much faster...
Coming along so nicely. Great shot of the metal sheet going on the porch roof, it didn't make me nauseated at all. Chinking looks like it's permanent for sure. I watched another channel one time put in the expanded metal and I remember thinking that bent nails would work fine and take less the half the time so congratulations on the idea! The covered porch is so attractive and an absolute must. I'm a bit concerned about the weight load of the snow with that super shallow pitch but I suppose the framing is plenty adequate to handle it. Can't wait to see what is next!
Thank you Dave! The roof should be fine, Nick did the calculations and everything passes quite easily. We'll probably take some snow off midway through the winter anyways because it might start to block our 2nd floor windows!
You may also use a pair of long nose pliers to hold the nails in place!
Good point! We did that with the roofing screws, didn't think to do it here
Nick and Maëla, why doesn't your log cabin have a storage cellar, why does your log cabin not have four windows in the attic, but only three windows, what do you two do if a bear wants to get into your log cabin, I'm worried, I haven't the impression that your log cabin is not only beautiful and wonderful, but also protected against intrusion by grizzly bears, I always need a bear-proof room downstairs and a bear-proof balcony upstairs to be safe from bear attacks in an emergency.
Where they are there is no grizzly...
But black bear and usuly they stay away from humain
兩位平常有在上班嗎
want to see your video
Mortar with wood usually doesn’t work for a long period. It will eventually fall, the silica % in the cement doesn’t bond well with wood.
YOU HAD TO PUT A BAND OF SCREEN NAILED TO CEMENT
The cement looks much better. I think you should add more water to the mixture, and maybe sprinkle some water, the day after to add some moisture and prevent creaks. As always it amaze me how you two work together.
Yes we might start rehydrating the mortar the following day, good point!
You can use galvanized hobby wire then you need not so much nails. Thanks for sharing the video.👍
We might try that too, thanks!
Друзі, по такому даху дуже гучно барабанить дощ.
Чи ні?
Може було краще андулін.
Что бы таким не заниматься, нужно было брёвна класть клиньями
Porcupines are very distructive,,they will chew anything made of wood,,Gonna have to screen in the bottom of your cabin,,
I was going to say the same thing. You beat me to it.
Yeah we had one in our sugar shack and he ate almost a whole shelf ahaha! We scared him twice now and haven’t seen him again for the last 2/3 weeks! But we’ll have to keep an eye out for sure
Loved the episode as usual, but have to admit that seeing you take away the first batch of chinking scared me a bit.
It looked to easy to peel it off. I think it shouldn't be like that. Makes me wonder if the nails will make much of a difference even.
Is it possible that the treatment that you gave to outside of the cabine to give it the yellowish-brown color somehow contributes to the chinking not much gluing to the timber? What would the chinking do to untreated dry wood? Would it stick much better?
I hope I'm not raising unnecessary questions and make you worry over nothing, but I'd hate to see you finish the whole cabin only to find out that this will not last.
Don’t worry, we thought the same thing!! And we don’t know if it would make a difference on untreated wood, we sadly didn’t try it before applying the stain.. the nails, thankfully, keep it in place very nicely!! We were also surprised to see big chunks of the mortar fall out, but now that the nails are in place, it’s solid :)
You should try using hardware cloth works best cut narrow strips fold in half roofing nails in place works great use been years still hold tight. The size is 1/4 inch .
We’ll try it out for our next wall, thank you :)
Muy buenos sus videos pero ojalá nunca más vuelvan a mostrar eso que se arrastra por el suelo . Yo les tengo fobia y ni siquiera puedo decir su nombre. E dejado de ver otras páginas por lo mismo porque mostraban eso. Por favor no lo vuelvan hacer nunca más yo no puedo ver eso. Y seria una pena ya que sus videos me encantan. Gracias y felicidades
Have two thought about having your rain water tested. Without not having any filtering system I don't think it would be a good idea.
We do use a filter system between the pump and the faucet! We showed the install of it a few episodes ago :)
try lime instead of ciment and pass a wire from nail to nail... it will provide a better anchor
Interesting idea with the wire! We might try that
@ lime doesn't crack, like cement and allows to breathe through, which is necessary.
I would think you would want nails in upper log as well. Or use strips of wire lathe nailed to both logs.
Good ideas! We have 6 more walls to try out new techniques and see what works best haha
Spray the logs with water, the logs draw the moisture out of the mortor which makes it dry too fast which causes cracking.
logs are already sealed.
May I suggest Hickory Ridge Homestead or the Outsider as good examples of "how to" for chinking? Hickory Ridge has a LOT of chinking videos. The Outsider uses screen and nails There are others but these seem to be best coverage of the subject. After viewing this, you guys are doing great.
Thanks Clyde! We haven't heard of Hickory Ridge, we'll look into him for some insight!
Why did you not do flashing against the house side?
We don't think it's too necessary. Our roof overhangs by 2ft, so rain and snow will likely never hit the wall. Plus the building surplus store nearby didn't have them in stock 😂
Those porcupines will do major damage to your cabin, good luck keeping them at bay.
Instate of the nails pu nat mash
What I suggest is that you people now should take up bigger log houses. Such as one/ two bed room house with attached bath room and also closet alongwith corridor etc. That is bigger size log home. Think over it.
Nails won't help.
Зі стиками, ви "загнали" по повні🤣
Чому б не зробити традиційно, мохом?