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Roof System
DIYnet — In this segment, apprentice Matt Rohrer finishes handcrafting the cabin by creating the roof structure. Following that, he disassembles the entire cabin for transport to the new home site. In the next segment, Matt and Ron travel with the logs to ...More…
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Cutting Notches and Stacking Logs
DIYnet — Apprentice Matt Rohrer joins master log home builder Ron Miller at his building yard where he learns about peeling logs and handcrafting notches while constructing an 18' x 20' cabin shell from the ground up. In the next segment, Matt continues .. ...More…
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Final Assembly
DIYnet — In this final segment, apprentice Matt Rohrer joins up with a crew of experienced log homebuilders to quickly and permanently reassemble the cabin shell created in the previous segment. In the weeks ahead, the homeowner will finish the cabin, ...More…
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Log Cabin Interiors -- Introduction and Preliminary Steps
DIYnet — With the structure of the log cabin complete, landscaping will soften the profile of the building, helping the cabin's appearance complement the natural surroundings. Next, completion of the cabin interior can get under way. Landscape artists ...More…
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Cabin Ceiling-Joists and Porch Beams
DIYnet — The ceiling joists are complete above the bathroom and bedroom. The ceiling joists are constructed from 2x6 lumber and are spaced 24" apart. >Click on the image above to download a video of the program segment dealing with the ceiling and ...More…
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Log Cabin Introduction
DIYnet — Concrete footing and block foundation, including center columns to help support the floor system. In this workshop, we follow the steps in the construction of one such cabin from foundation to the last roof-shingle. Individual segments cover such ...More…
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Important:
DIYnet — The finished cabin features an 800-square-foot interior, wooden side porch, covered flagstone front-porch, large living room, full kitchen, master bedroom, aster bathroom, additional half-bath, vaulted ceilings, propane heat and tankless ...More…
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Log-Cabin Countertops: Kitchen and Bathroom Vanity
DIYnet — The bathroom-vanity countertop -- with holes already cut for the twin sinks -- is put into place. A bluish countertop is selected to complement the natural, light wood tones. A small cut section of wood is used to custom-fit the wood edge around ...More…
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Log-Cabin Kitchen Cabinets, Part 1
DIYnet — Bruce Johnson, host of DIY's Log Cabin Interiors, shows how the hinges on the finished kitchen cabinets can be adjusted so that the doors hang properly. For greater holding power, specialized screws -- with built-in washers -- are used to anchor ...More…
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Log-Cabin Great Room
DIYnet — The living room, or "great room," is the largest area in the house, and the first to receive the decorator treatment. Through the creative use of furnishings, the room is divided into four contiguous spaces or living areas: kitchen, dining, ...More…
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Cabin Side Porch
DIYnet — A wooden porch adds charm and versatility to the log cabin. >Click on the image above to download a video of the program segment showing construction of the side porch. One of the most enjoyable features of a rustic log cabin is a porch where you ...More…
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Electrical Wiring
DIYnet — Review your blueprints and plans with your electrician, and keep open lines of communication to ensure that you get adequate wiring for your needs and proper placement of electrical supply lines, outlets, switches, etc. Having a propane generator ...More…