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Log Cabin Construction by John Dunfield Traditional Log House Manual - $15 (nanoose bay)
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The author built his first log cabin (in Quebec) in 1939. He was 52 when he wrote this book; and he was on his 6'th or 7'th cabin. (He even built a log privy.) He knows whereof he speaks. 92 pages of `how-to' beginning with acquiring property and laying a foundation. Ending up with roof-jacks, fireplaces, and water systems. Very good b/w photographs assist text. Where required, clear b/w diagrams are given - e.g. where differences are highlighted between butted and overlapping.
Features :Complete instructions, log cabin plans, table of man-workdays required, tools list, materials list, and four maps for Canada of permafrost, forest, snow-load, and precipitation.
Quote (p. 22): " All logs should be peeled or draw-knived for seasoning and to safeguard them from insects or decay. This process should take place as soon after the cutting as possible and before the bark tightens. If the cutting occurs after mid-summer, the bark must be removed or peeled."
Softcover: 92 pages
Publisher: Self-published Ottawa; 1974
Shipping Weight: 499 g
Out of print
Excellent condition
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