Forgive my suggesting Bleach to clean the logs. I had not read the previous posts, sorry.
As another comment says, it would make a whole lot more sense to the longevity of this cabin if the bark was removed. I would give it 70 years. If possible it would be nice to glaze the back and from with Plexiglass. I could make a home of this with no problems.
The mould you see inside and out, is the same mould/moss which grows on the 'Lee' side of these trees, just outside the Cabin.
A good scrub with Bleach @ 1-4 WW Water Bleach & Water will prevent most moulds.
I am not quite sure why all that effort was put into the cabin and no maintenance is done. Even though it is a necessary chore, this man the owner, seems happy to let the cabin be eaten by mould. WHY?
The whole cabin can be cleaned inside and out in a day. Leave the door open for drying.
Did I hear you right? Hydro-electric for your power? Are you generating power from the nearby water source? If so, could you please post a video on that? I also have a small log cabin in our woods. I currenty use a small gas powered generator for weekend stays. Also have a couple very small solar powered lights. The kind you buy from the garden center and place next to a sidewalk. But, I would love to see a home made hydro power source if you or anyone else can post one! BTW, Very nice cabin!
@SPCLPONY Just check the rest of my videos to find a video on the subject. It really only generates about 25 watts from a 3/4 inch water pipe. Surprisingly it does take quite a bit of effort to generate hydro electric power. Mine takes 6 gpm of water down a 50 foot of drop but it's really the best I can do given my budget and the location.
fungus issue is caused by simple thing: You didnt peel of bark from logs.. bark holds moisture in wood(prevent wood from dry out).. Peel bark off, let it dry and cover logs with clay plaster, at least inside(first inside). Wood and clay in dry place holds for ages. Bark will hod moisture for fungus for long enough time during fungus will eat your cabin alive... Logs cabins were always builded from logs without bark(prevent woodinsect too). Good luck
@xmicina What you're saying is probably very true but I have a modern day fix that so far is working well. (50/50 bleach&water twice a year). It is really a science project at this point and if this style of cabin construction fails then I'll know for next time.
@186282plus1 Ok :) Nothing last forever anyway. Bleech i dont know what means, but probalby chlorine based, something used to clean toilet? Lime wash can serve too. I personaly usualy solve cause of problems and not only supress secondary consequense(symptoms). If it works for you, its ok, fungus probably live inside and bleech kill it only on surface. 10 years it can stay surely without any medical care(if roof works good). I like this type of practical science projects :)
awesome its been my dream for years to build a little cabin in the woods and when i found your videos 2 years ago it got me thinking again in in the stage of looking for the best spot should be starting this year.
@TheOutdoorsmanJoe Surprisingly it has been about 2 years, but more like 1 year ten months to the point when the last shingle and the door were put on.
in your 4 year evaluation you have a concrete stove, in this you have a metal one, did you take the metal one out or?
fordmustang500kr 1 week ago
@fordmustang500kr No, they are both different cabins.
186282plus1 1 week ago
@fordmustang500kr oh, tht would make sence
fordmustang500kr 1 week ago
Forgive my suggesting Bleach to clean the logs. I had not read the previous posts, sorry.
As another comment says, it would make a whole lot more sense to the longevity of this cabin if the bark was removed. I would give it 70 years. If possible it would be nice to glaze the back and from with Plexiglass. I could make a home of this with no problems.
mrbluenun 2 months ago in playlist *** Big Stuff Temp LOGS
The mould you see inside and out, is the same mould/moss which grows on the 'Lee' side of these trees, just outside the Cabin.
A good scrub with Bleach @ 1-4 WW Water Bleach & Water will prevent most moulds.
I am not quite sure why all that effort was put into the cabin and no maintenance is done. Even though it is a necessary chore, this man the owner, seems happy to let the cabin be eaten by mould. WHY?
The whole cabin can be cleaned inside and out in a day. Leave the door open for drying.
mrbluenun 2 months ago in playlist *** Big Stuff Temp LOGS
Did I hear you right? Hydro-electric for your power? Are you generating power from the nearby water source? If so, could you please post a video on that? I also have a small log cabin in our woods. I currenty use a small gas powered generator for weekend stays. Also have a couple very small solar powered lights. The kind you buy from the garden center and place next to a sidewalk. But, I would love to see a home made hydro power source if you or anyone else can post one! BTW, Very nice cabin!
SPCLPONY 2 months ago
@SPCLPONY Just check the rest of my videos to find a video on the subject. It really only generates about 25 watts from a 3/4 inch water pipe. Surprisingly it does take quite a bit of effort to generate hydro electric power. Mine takes 6 gpm of water down a 50 foot of drop but it's really the best I can do given my budget and the location.
186282plus1 2 months ago
fungus issue is caused by simple thing: You didnt peel of bark from logs.. bark holds moisture in wood(prevent wood from dry out).. Peel bark off, let it dry and cover logs with clay plaster, at least inside(first inside). Wood and clay in dry place holds for ages. Bark will hod moisture for fungus for long enough time during fungus will eat your cabin alive... Logs cabins were always builded from logs without bark(prevent woodinsect too). Good luck
xmicina 2 months ago in playlist Další videa uživatele 186282plus1
@xmicina What you're saying is probably very true but I have a modern day fix that so far is working well. (50/50 bleach&water twice a year). It is really a science project at this point and if this style of cabin construction fails then I'll know for next time.
186282plus1 2 months ago
@186282plus1 Ok :) Nothing last forever anyway. Bleech i dont know what means, but probalby chlorine based, something used to clean toilet? Lime wash can serve too. I personaly usualy solve cause of problems and not only supress secondary consequense(symptoms). If it works for you, its ok, fungus probably live inside and bleech kill it only on surface. 10 years it can stay surely without any medical care(if roof works good). I like this type of practical science projects :)
xmicina 2 months ago
@xmicina Thank you my friend, I will check out the Lime Wash method that you mentioned.
186282plus1 2 months ago
awesome its been my dream for years to build a little cabin in the woods and when i found your videos 2 years ago it got me thinking again in in the stage of looking for the best spot should be starting this year.
glad to see your still at it !
Warcoreterrain 5 months ago
@Warcoreterrain woops =p year ago sorry
Warcoreterrain 5 months ago
great review,glad to hear from you
snappa222 6 months ago
Heavens! I was waiting for another of your skillful videos! The cabin held up very nice, grats!
Rhinoch8 6 months ago
it dont seam like it has been 2 years already, thnx for the update
TheOutdoorsmanJoe 6 months ago
@TheOutdoorsmanJoe Surprisingly it has been about 2 years, but more like 1 year ten months to the point when the last shingle and the door were put on.
186282plus1 5 months ago
Very well done! I like your work, Making me want to go and do the same. TY for sharing.
yjjeepster87 6 months ago
It looks like it is holding up really well.
dcox01 6 months ago
I was wondering if there was ever going to be a update on this project. Thanks for posting this!
sylvia~
SurvivalWithBushcraf 6 months ago