Building with Logs (7th Edition) by B. Allan MacKie

Building with Logs (7th Edition) by B. Allan MacKie

Includes illustrated construction details, photos, and sections on:

• The tree, as building material
• Three conservation practices for the log builder
• The Lawg Caybun concept in building
• Tools
• How long does it take to build a log house?
• How much does it take to build a log house?
• Financing
• The site
• The Silloep Hill Ranch house
• Selection of logs
• Species
• How to fall a tree
• Storage of logs
• Peeling of logs
• When to cut
• Safety
• Preparing the building site
• ...building, scribing, notches, utilities, finishing, and more!

A complete guide to planning and building a log cabin provides information on acquiring and preparing logs, framing and construction, wiring, and interior and exterior finishing