Off Grid Log Cabin Quickly Taking Shape
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 28 ก.ย. 2024
- You never know until you try and that's exactly what I"m discovering as I get underway building my first log cabin. I"m not stranger to construction but up until now I've used dimensional lumber with consistent building materials. As the log cabin construction takes shape I quickly realize that it's not quite as precise as what I"m used to. I think that's what makes this so appealing. The rustic look has me hooked already as I admire the look of the first couple rows of logs. I'm certainly looking forward to continuing to add to this off grid log cabin and am sure many future projects down the road will also start going into my long-term plans. Glad you're all here for this journey! Here we go!
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MM77 Approved 👍🏼👍🏼………………………………………………I’m sorry man, I tried to catch that log that was falling, but wasn’t quick enough!! I understand the working by yourself struggle bus, I do it ALL the time. Building is looking good!!
hahah it started going and boom. There may have been a few of those episodes off camera as well
Wow Sandy no snow lol. Log shed looking good
Thanks Rodney!
Shaping up quick Sandy! It looks great. A second set of hands would probably make things a little easier but you are managing great. Two thumbs up!
Perfect Saturday morning......get notification of Sandy's new video, make a pot of sludge relax and watch some logs come together! Looking good Sandy!
I appreciate all the support! I'm just about to refill my sludge too!
You can do anything!Going to be a nice space.
A thumb on your mini would be ideal for building. Nice job!
Sure would be handy Walter
Cool video Sandy. Some friends and I built a log cabin 40 + years ago. Using a chainsaw and some big spikes. Turned out pretty well. And it was a lot of fun.
Made some good memories I bet!
👍👍👍💙💛❤Felicitari SANDY ! Frumos video. O cabana cu potential.💙💛❤👍👍👍
First of all, we at home got to see the Bugs on camera that you are dealing with, wow! Great job on the courses you have laid, good luck finishing, yes you will need a ladder for sure, be safe.
Yeah the bugs are just starting to hatch. I"m a bit scared for when they really get bad which will be real soon haha. They aren't biting here yet but I know it's coming
@Sawing with Sandy Sorry for you Sandy, but Bug's can be very difficult to deal with, again great Video.
Nice work. Love it!!!
Thanks Don!
It looks good to me! KC Don 😉
Thanks Don!
Hi Sandy. I love those lag bolts $$$. There is something oddly satisfying about driving the screw into wood. Though, I do missing seeing the hammer.😂 Sorry, I could not help myself. I have such a framing hammer, and it's my favorite.
Hey Tom! Those screws sure are fast! I like driving the framing nails as well . Have a great day!
Lookin pretty cool so far!
Thanks Liz!
Watching you struggle with that recalcitrant log reminded me that years ago we wanted a stone face on a bridge that I was in charge of. We went through five different contractors before we found one that would do the job. This guy looked like he came out of retirement to do the work. I asked why it was so hard to find a stone mason. His reply has stuck with me throughout my career… “Bob,” he said “you gotta be smarter than the material your working with.”
You have a great start, it will be a very useful addition to the mil yard.
Yeah lots of struggles around here depending on the day. Some days it goes smoothly others a bit of a bumpy road haha
@@sawingwithsandyYes, that is true of almost everything in life😁😁👍💖
Nice project Sandy. Lots of fun wrestling logs that don’t want to stay where you put them. Really great viewing and I’m enjoying watching how it all comes together. Be safe Sandy. 😊😊😊😊😊
Great to hear that! Happy to have ya along!
Sandy,maybe you’re next build could be a lean toon ❤😮😊
I like that idea Todd. I may build a lean too off the side of this depending on it ends up going
Nice work so far Sandy. Hey, you should take one or two of those cut off ends, put them in your lathe and turn them into mallets for knocking and positioning those heavy logs. It'll save your hands and reduce fatigue. As far as the generator goes, it may be a clogged fuel filter, fuel pump or even a leaking fuel line. I hope you can diagnose and repair it. The look you gave the camera when you tried drilling those pilot holes and realized the generator was off was priceless. Cheers!
Great idea for the mallet! Thank you
Great job Sandy. I was just wondering about something? I have seen folks put down some kind of material between the logs, but you did not. I know you are not living in it, but when the snow flies
Hi Sandy. This is looking good. With having cut the top and bottom of the logs, there may not be a need for chinking unless you just want the look.
Have good days!
Nice work bud, im gonna take a whack at a "vertical" log cabin build soon.
Can't go wrong there. Keep me posted how it goes. Always like to hear about other projects ongoing
Great Job so far on building ur own Cabin Shed for ur tools. Notice the bugs flying around, are they horse fly's?
Sounds like your needle valve in the float bowl is sticking.
It could be for sure
It is something I am not so sure I would like but its a good use of very small logs... just as long as it fits the bill for you, who am I to question.... ya do need a lady friend to help with holding and lifting tho/LOL
Hey Morgan! Sure is coming along nicely. I just have to teach Koda to hold a log for me
Build a fire inside your home to keep the mosquitoes away.
That would do the trick!
As per usual Awesome effort ! Very satisfying to see quick progress. Your comments at the end reminded me of situations I've found myself in. Getting low on material and having the opportunity , and ability, to go get more logs and make what you need. We are lucky to be in that position.
I agree with ya there. I feel very fortunate for that
I think it's time ecoflow or bluetti sends you a nice big power pack like the rest of the guys out there. Might be perfect for you. Especially in this situation
I'll have to look into them. I always wondered how the battery-based units worked
Good morning, Sandy! Your log structure is looking good and solid. Boy, those blackflies are sure not camera shy, lol. Greetings from Peterborough.
Thanks Ken! Blackflies are really starting to get bothersome. Hopefully they leave as fast as they came in
Just a little tip...If you put a 4x4 in each of the two corners and one on each side of the front and then stake them off plumb,you will have a guide to put the rest of the walls up without having to worry about them being plumb.
I appreciate that Wallace. That makes sense now. Thanks for sharing that
You can use the existing walls you already finished to attach them on the inside corners,but the 2 front ones will need a cross brace to keep them plumb. Thanks again for another great Saturday morning sludge video BTW.
I loved the little grin at the camera when you realized that when working in the woods power tools like drills work better when the generator is running,and it looks like it won't be long until you need to start building up the floor so you wont be working over your head. Keep up the good work.
hahaha
It’s a learning curve. I think you are doing awesome. I like it
Thanks for that. I'm happy with the progress so far
Looking good Sandy!
Thanks Kurt
There is no floor. It’s going to get really drafty in there along that wall that is just floating on cinder blocks. lol
For sure it would. I"m just leaving the floor out until last so I can drive equipment in there to help with loading up logs
looks like the bugs are coming out
They sure are coming on strong today
I envy you being able to pick up your logs. I needed a winch to lift and load a 5 foot by 10 inch piece fo blue gum that I cut to open a track
They sure can be heavy when they get that big I bet
my only concern about screws or nails is how long they last. i've seen some that rust out in 1 season. i rather see a perculator over a burn barrel or campstove if i'm going to be doing something most of the day.
Yeah I"m always skeptical about new fasteners as well. These seem to be pretty much industry standard from what I"ve seen so thinking they should last longer than I do haha.
Looks like your having fun Sandy. Keep pushing as the black flys and mosquitoes are going to take over soon.
That’s for sure Scott. I’m starting to feel them on my face
Nice job Sandy
Thanks Gotti!
What I do in situations similar to keep the stack going up true I screw and brace a nice straight 4by4 in the corners and plumb and brace them off ...you can measure in from center of each log to the 4by4 if you want to be more exact....you can put the 4by4 on inside or outside of corner in your case what ever you prefer
That would do the trick real nice. Main issue I was having with getting a plumb piece was that the logs are different diameters so I was having to eye-ball the middle of the log.
I was wondering if you could use 2x's plumbed up and screwed to the out or inside to keep the walls straight. But then I figured they would just get in the way. I'm glad this build is working for you, and I hope things keep going that way. Good vid. Thanks.
Hey Joe! Build is off to a great start!
awesome!
Thanks Yves!
Howdy Sandy- wow, you’re coming up quickly. Gotta have the sludge to keep everything running smoothly. Keep the logs off your toes lol. I’ve used those timber screws and they hold pretty well. Keep up the good work. God bless
Sludge is like oil in the engines of all my vehicles but this time it's my internal lubrication
Looking real nice Sandy. That will surely be a strong structure.
Thanks Frank!
Looks awesome Sandy, would make a nice cottage or any building for that matter. I wonder what you would use to seal any cracks in the seams or joints?
Great job
Loving the Build.
Thanks Much Sandy..
Mike M.
Now this I want to see more of I'm planning to build a small cabin and use the same method so I can't wait to see more videos
Thanks Terry. More to come for sure
Looking forward to watching you, same as always!!! Love the start to this project.
Looks great Sandy, I love log buildings, there’s just something about them that look homey and comfortable! Looking forward to the process!
They sure do have that look I like as well Mark
Love watching you work, and also your commentary.....I really feel for you working alone, especially when the log just didn't seem to want to go into place and fell off several times....! I'm doing a similar type of thing, but don't have any great videos like you do (your editing is also great...!) Hang in there fellow Canadian!
Look how fast that's going up, great job! Have you thought of nailing some 2x4s to the open ends to keep them temporarily in place? You took care of your nemesis, the ol woodsplitter, hopefully you can conquer its friend, the generator! Take care Sandy! 👋👍✌
The log building is coming along nicely Sandy. As for the generator, I would think maybe the carburetor needs a good cleaning or rebuild. Just a thought. As always a great video.
Looking good Sandy. have a great day
Looks nice! Never seen that style before(not that I'm well versed in log cabins). But it seems easier than the traditional way! Nice work
That log cabin is going to survive a hundred years...those log screws then work out to a penny a year. Had no idea they were so expensive !
Your doing a great job, especially for your first log structure.
Thank you I appreciate that
Lookin good for a logbuilding newbie, Sandy! Can't wait for the finished structure.
Thanks! Coming right along
Sandy you will have to change the name too building with Sandy!
It's looking very good sandy
Love the series Sandy trial and error is always the best way to learn. Can’t wait on your progress brother
Looks like that old generator you got it going hope it keeps going. Good luck 👍
Love this shed build!! Soooo cool😎😎
Looking good Sandy. Exciting to watch it go up.
9:25 Oh, the joys of working alone!
Looks good, one suggestion for the next log build, stagger the corner overlaps so you only have to cut one end and not try to fit a log between two others. I think you're doing a great job on your channel....
Thanks for that Steve. that's a great idea and I appreciate it
Looking good so far.
Not sure how accurate you need to be to keep the walls plumb and square but what I did on my cabin was to snap a center line visually on each log and plumb some vertical poles in each corner to reference the centerline distance. that way you wont have to guess visually. Also it might be wise to take a little time to cut a kerf about 1/3 the distance to log center on the flat. The log will check there under the log covering it up from above and you will be less apt to have large cracks on the outside surface of the logs when they cure over time. Doing a good job though. Keep up the good work!!
I like this idea. I was going off the centre of the log but just using my eye . A line would be a better idea
well done
I built our first small cabin sized pump house using this method. 2-sided cut and peeled. Then drilled each layer and rebar pounded down in the holes. Then put a cedar shake roof - later to be replaced with metal. This goes up pretty fast once the logs are cut!
Sounds like a real nice project!
Love it I’m building a butt and pass style. All the logs are the same length with a 2” notch
That sounds like it will work out real well! Hope the build goes well
You could always raise by jacks the structure in the future to build a concrete foundation and drop it down on top. Nice build from wood ready available on the property.
That's a good point right there!
I have been in log building. I have a set of elevations plans pf a log home, I am looking at building. I definitely will be following... regardless what you are doing. Great videos
I appreciate that Doyle. I"m enjoying the process so far
Looking Sweeeeet! I seem to have read your look of frustration when the log fell off. Suggestion get several pieces of 1X4 about 12 inches long and put screws in the lower 6 inches and screw those onto the lower logs with six inches on each side to help hold the log in place while making your adjustment cuts you could get away with 4 pieces and remove them and move up each layer. Also you could use a plumb bob attached to a jib pole on the inside to help keep walls straight. My grand mother used to say make the inside straight and true and let the outside fend for itself. Just my thoughts. Stay safe Jla🤠
That would do the trick real well. Thanks John
Good morning Sandy like I told you myself I am in the middle of building a porch got the foundation and floor done now getting the material for roof and the walls for railing between the pole no matter how much you try we always miss something your project is looking good and going up fast with those logs but time to go make some dust and more bark to continue your project have a great day
Haha I know that feeling!
Hey Sandy I don't know somebody's suggested this if yet maybe if you had some 1 by 3 by 3 ft concrete wood stakes and about 8 3 inch short screws you can put you some uprights say a foot-and-a-half in from the inside wall on the outside go a quarter of the way when you're working with your logs you have something to retain them inside you're vertical wall structure hey maybe you have some debris in the tank or hopefully you have a fuel filter on there that needs to be either drain door replaced
That's a good idea Sean! Thanks for that. I'm hoping there's a clogged filter in that generator and that's the only issue. I"ll give it a look closer
don't know for sure but I have heard log builders drill slightly larger hole for timber bolt/screw and do not snug it all the way down to allow for expansion and contraction. Maybe someone else could comment on this method. Great video !
I've heard this as well for various fastening methods. For the screws they say you don't have to do any pre drilling which is some of the appeal I suppose. I was just giving about a 1/2" at the top but likely didn't need to as they drive right in
good video and job. looks good yes the screws are really high priced but they are the way to go you will beat your self to driving in 80 penny screw nails and they are not cheap.. i may could built a log cabin using your way. take care, be safe and well.
Yeah that's what I was thinking as well John. I figured this time around it would be the best choice
I have not ever built with logs before myself but looks very interesting. It's always nice to learn new things and try and master them in the process. I have no doubt when this project is complete it will be very nice and be standing years to come. Nice video Sandy
Thanks for that Jeff!
Looking great Sandy. What size logs? 12 inch?
Hi Steve. The logs around 7-10” for the most part with 5.5” distances from the top and bottom where I cut flat sides on them to stack
It looks good. Are you planning on parking the tractor in there? I think you may have mentioned something about that earlier. it looks like a nice tractor shed. 👍
Hey Del! I'll likely part tractor implements and wood splitters in here
Sandy whats the brand name of those screws and where do you get them? Looks like your having fun.
TimberLok is the brand name. I bought these off Amazon but they do sell them at Home Depot
I would use a cordless drill instead of messing with a generator for that
I'm going to give this a try next time around. Not sure if my cordless will have the juice to get the job done but worth a try for sure
@@sawingwithsandy my Milwaukee and my ryobi both did fine running 10” log screws.
We built a 30’x30’ 6” D log cabin with those two drills
Sludge right outta the gate ☕️… thank goodness for dads! I don’t know what I’d do without mine! Looks like you’re a pro Sandy! There’s gonna be a roof in no time!!
I'm with ya on the sludge! Great to have ya along this morning
hi sandy, plendid job. (its a new lovely-bunker) sorry🎑
Thanks Claus! Glad you like it
Looking really good.keep on
Thanks Murray
Looking good!
Thank you!
Is this a cabin? Im curious about the 3 walled structure.
It'll be like a cabin with a big door on the front for storing equipment
Great start to your project, looking good.
Thanks Perry
Looking good. I see your first batch of biting critters have arrived. Ours are probably a couple days out. Fishing season opener was today. Lakes still partially iced.
Those critters sure are making me itching just thinking about them haha
What are ya out fishing for these day's Ray?
@@sawingwithsandy Generally, stream trout. Occasionally a walleye or 2.
How long did you let the logs season?
I put them up as soon as I cut them down and debarked them
@@sawingwithsandy thanks, looking to do a butt and pass as well and was curious if they needed to dry out. Great job!
Counter sink you bolts so they dont have to be so long, and use some damp poof course
Thanks for coming along for the video Kerry. There's a recommended log screw length from the manufacturer based on the log diameter that I've been going on in this case
@@sawingwithsandy seems over kill to me
I can understand where you’re coming from with that Kerry. They do seem pretty long
Looks nice, Sandy. Regarding the plumb of your walls, you should try to line up the pith of your logs vertically. I think it will look better than lining up the in-\outside of the wall. Keep up the good work.
I agree with ya there Torsten. That was what I have been trying to do by eye with some success since the logs vary a good bit in diameter. I figure as long as it's close I"l be good to go
OUTSTANDING start on the project, Sandy. I would do the back logs that are inside the side logs a little differently. I would set a screw at the open end of one side log and screw the other side log tight. I would square both ends of the back log and screw it down, and then butt the second side log against it and screw it down. This saves trimming the end log in a attempt to make it fit tight between the two side logs. Your idea of a vertical post to tie the open ends together, along with a header is also an excellent idea, and I even know a guy in your area with a sawmill who'll cut them for you!! It's looking good, buddy. Keep it up...............
Thanks for that Carl. Always happy to hear ideas.
Love watching this. U a great utube channel. Thanks from southern NZ
Thanks Tyrone. I appreciate that