2 years later.wmv

This is the 2 year evaluation of this log cabin and simply tries to evaluate where I could improve my construction skills. The cabin construction is unique to current construction designs in that I have not peeled any of the logs. I also tried my best to minimalize my expenses and time by using all natural resources such as using mud (dirt) from the area for caulking between the logs, I suspect this is the way they did it 150 years ago. The Cedar trees were taken from the immediate area and were limbed, sectioned, notched and put in place on the wall all in the same day so I was also curious what would happen if no seasoning of the wood was done. Here are the results, enjoy.

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[fordmustang500kr]

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?

[186282plus1]

@fordmustang500kr No, they are both different cabins.

[SPCLPONY]

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!

[186282plus1]

@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.

[mrbluenun]

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]

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.

[186282plus1]

@xmicina Thank you my friend, I will check out the Lime Wash method that you mentioned.

[xmicina]

@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 :)

[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.

[xmicina]

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