“How do Log Cabin Design Principles affect Your project?”
Do you know what the log cabin design principles are? Well some countries, like Finland, who manufacture a lot of log buildings actually produce their own guidelines for log cabin design principles. Most people probably haven’t heard of them, but they are basically the fundamental requirements for log cabin design. I have added one or two additional areas of design criteria too, as I have seen these issues come up time and time again, over the years!
As log cabins are unique in how the achieve their structural strength and rigidity, so their design most follow certain criteria. The logs also act as lintels over window and door openings. They can be supporting beams. Crucially log structures settle and this is probably one of the single most important factors, which must be allowed for in the design process. The size and type of the log is also key here as smaller logs will offer less design flexibility. Also never forget to research the roof design and roof tiles early on in your project, as changing your mind later on could affect the whole structural design of your log cabin!
Log Cabin Design Principles
All aspects of this are covered in depth in our log cabin ebook. Other design areas which are covered in the book include:
Moisture
Settlement of logs
Window and door openings in log walls
Roof overhangs
Log home plans
Roof design and roof tiles
One or two storey design
Why do you need our log cabin ebook?
Well apart from really seeing in depth what log cabin design principles are, you will also find out a gold mine of other essential log cabin information. Design is just 1 of the 7 steps to log cabin success, which our ebook covers. The over 6 steps which are gone over in depth are:
1) How to choose and buy the right log cabin package for your needs
2) How to identify suitable and good quality timber
3) How to choose the right type of logs for your specific project needs
4) Understanding why correct log cabin construction is critical to long term success
5) Knowing when insulation is needed and how best to insulate your cabin
6) How to maintain your log cabin and protect your investment
Each of these 6 additional 6 section are sub-divided into many small sub-section, which really drill down into the detailed, yet understandable and practical advice. This advice has been the accumulation of many years of real "hands on" experience. It is packed full of informative advice, pictures and illustrations, so you can really see what you need to focus on. Our log cabin ebook will really give you a massive head start over the average log cabin customer. The right knowledge can be priceless and utilized well should ensure your project is a total success!
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