The story of our new log cabin

In early June, just before the beginning of the guest season, George is coming for another 10 days and together we work at the cabin. First, the roof is completed: rafters, insulation, sheeting and shingles. Appropriate roof ventilation and sealing of the chimney need particular care. The rather changeable weather is not very beneficial. After the gable frame is paneled, the door and window openings are cut and adjusted to the frames. Due to the ongoing shrinking/drying of the logs, a settling allowance of about 4 inches has to be considered above every opening. The windows, which were pre-assembled by George during winter, can now be quickly inserted. Therewith the structural work is completed and missing are only the interior fittings!