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  @macadameane7 күн бұрын

  I'm still amazed at the work you did over all those years. Awesome accomplishment!

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  @ChrisHadlockTV20 күн бұрын

  Yes! Go Brian! I'm hoping to get to this stage before the end of the summer ☀️

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  @baimeistudentАй бұрын

  Settling is a kind of catch-all word isn't it haha? Your home will change in time, but far less than other homes because time was the main factor in building yours. I bought a log style home a few years ago, but there is no settling as far as the logs because of the way it was constructed. It has a full concrete basement with superior concrete walls. Those are cast concrete slabs fit together atop a concrete slab floor, filled with concrete. Plenty enough for the logs above and to settle the ground. Floor trusses were set, double D logs stacked on top, and then roof trusses. The home is solid, but it still settled in the center. The span of the floor trusses is too great given the unfinished basement. The previous owners started completing the upstairs first. So, the floor sagged in the middle and they sold it at a very reasonable price. All I had to do was run a beam downstairs to level a few of the trusses, which was totally fine since I framed up several bedrooms and an office anyway. Problem solved. You supported yours with full trees because your logs were full trees! That's as strong of a structure as you can get apart from a full concrete house! You already know this I'm sure, but it can't be stressed enough that carpenter bees, wood boring insects, and water around the foundation will ruin every structure. Keep the bugs and water away and your children's children will have a place to call home! Replacing the roof facia is next for me around the whole place because of carpenter bees. I'm not too far from you up in the woods of the Cumberland Plateau!

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  @bawhjthАй бұрын

  Yeah, I consider "settling" to mean "a change in vertical height", which I haven't experienced with my home. As opposed to "shrinking" which I consider to be a change in the diameter of the logs, which I have seen. The first floor is supported by interior piers so the largest span is 13', so no sagging there. The upper floor is supported by a girder log and 20' 4x12's spaced 2' apart, so no sagging there either.

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  @baimeistudent29 күн бұрын

  @@bawhjth have you noticed gaps forming along the chinking? And the cut lumber has shrunk a bit as it cured I'm guessing? Eventually I'll build another log home or structure on our property and I want to try the lhba method. It's very interesting and I've made a couple of models- one being a mailbox lol.

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  @bawhjth29 күн бұрын

  @@baimeistudent yes, about 1/4" gaps along the chinking on every row. They talk about this in the LHBA class - no big deal, just rechink with a thinner mixture if it bothers you. Lumber has shrunk a bit, yes, but nothing major - house is still structurally sound. None of the doors or windows stick, so there's been no vertical "shrinkage" (what I call "settling"). I definitely recommend the LHBA method - probably best to take the class - there are some intricacies they talk about that will really help get you a good solid home.

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  @baimeistudent28 күн бұрын

  @@bawhjth the class is something I will take at some point. I've read and watched a lot of what you guys say, have been in a bunch of different style log homes and lodges, and used to do residential additions/reconstructions. I understand the structural concept of log homes versus a stick framed house for example. Every natural material cures over time and hvac mixed with faux materials ruins people's perceptions of a house, especially inside versus outside. The design of log homes are generally very good, especially lhba pinning entire trees. The problems people have are with the rush to build faster than all natural materials' cure times, affecting every style of home construction. The key thing I've noticed that most problems stem from is the ground itself. That's why I was sold on the slab concrete basement and walls for the first floor with log on top for my home. I will most likely repeat this basement style again, but use the butt and pass design atop. Even as the ground beneath sinks/compacts, it will be proportionate with the time and weight as the house is built. Most houses I've experienced have the same problem of materials curing at different rates coupled with the weight of the structure settling into the ground unevenly over time, EXCEPT with full basement or concrete piered homes that were not quickly built. There's so much to think about and appreciate with construction off the land. Congratulations again!

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  @baimeistudentАй бұрын

  Congratulations! I watched your videos years ago and found the naysayers commenting to be completely unreasonable in dismissing the dream you were clearly devoted to. I'm glad to have checked back in to see you finished your beautiful home. Are you satisfied or are there things that you would change that weren't forseen, like with the build itself or maintenance? Again, nice work!

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  @bawhjth29 күн бұрын

  thanks! yes, we are moved in, still working on finishing it. but yeah - wish we would've gone with an oil based stain in the first place - I have to sand blast off the remains of it before I can switch to oil. but I hear as long as I maintain the oil stain, I can just wash and re-apply next time (without sandblasting). Let's see - what else - we built on piers - I wouldn't change that - but this winter was brutally cold - colder than anyone remembers - and the wind just seemed to blow right through that open crawlspace. so now we're looking to spray foam the entire underside. I'd like to close in the crawlspace at the same time, but might not get to it before winter. And yes, the logs shrink - our kitchen cabinets (attached to logs) have pulled back about 1/2" from where they were, leaving a big unpainted stretch of wall. I don't know how you get around that - we didn't have anywhere else to attach them. Other than that, I'm pretty happy with how things turned out, thanks for asking! Would I do it again? yes.

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  @baimeistudent28 күн бұрын

  ​@@bawhjth awesome! Just a couple of suggestions are to weigh not closing in the crawl space. A number of reasons, but the main is with pest control, which you can do yourself. I used to do pest control on the side. Controlling ground pests is as simple as limiting their access to the house which are those piers. A once a month treatment around them keeps the bugs off. Put a continuous fan-spray half on the block and half on the ground around the perimeter of each for a barrier and at least a day before rain. It can be used the same on the wood itself around the bottom corner perimeter in/outside if ever needed to drive them away. Insect/termiticides are available for non agricultural license use (private property) and are probably at your local hardware store. A bottle is around 50-100 bucks and lasts years. Natural mixtures are perfectly fine too! Just mix with water in a pump sprayer and wear some gloves. Bugs are largely inactive during winter so you may consider making some nice panels to put around at that time as a wind barrier or simply planting bushes helps break up the wind. A cat or two keeps rodents away and therefore snakes. All critters are drawn to that much wood lol. Spray foaming the underside will make a complete difference, but be careful. Some of the foams have destroyed wood from the chemicals. So go with a known brand or getting those ploy-whatever or similar blocks you used before on the roof will do about the same if cut to fit and held by straps. Even better if using wood slats/sheeting underneath. I did a double subfloor and sheeted underneath fiberglass insulated joists on a stilted addition one time and it stayed warmer than the house lol. Man I know you're thrilled with the home!

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  @user-oh7vp2rc3wАй бұрын

  Good job! I get scared cutting 6" diameter ones, lol.

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  @bawhjthАй бұрын

  Oh, it's scary almost every time for any size. Thanks!

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  @user-lo3zu7rg6v3 ай бұрын

  👍👍👍👍👈🤝

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  @johnpartridge76233 ай бұрын

  A fantastic looking Home, well done to you all.

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  @bawhjth3 ай бұрын

  Thank you!

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  @priscillascott50003 ай бұрын

  This is really great, Brian! John and I visited and toured over a year ago, before any front steps, and not much on the inside but the floors. Really loved the video and seeing the finished project.

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  @bawhjth3 ай бұрын

  thank you, this is really nice to hear!

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  @annam19693 ай бұрын

  So awesome! Beautiful. Wow. Finally. I know. Great job. Such an inspiration.

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  @EsteeDarla3 ай бұрын

  I want one of these so bad if you ever want to sale it let me know

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  @davidgoldman36833 ай бұрын

  What is the metal strap that you used to hold that pully on the bottom

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  @bawhjth3 ай бұрын

  just a piece of gate hardware for chainlink fence I found at the hardware store.

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  @crpruns693 ай бұрын

  Getting it done 👍🎉

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  @charliebecker22163 ай бұрын

  Did u use rebar to attach logs? What size, how long into lower log, Did u redrill, How many rebar per log? Thanks. Looks good.

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  @bawhjth3 ай бұрын

  yes, 1/2" rebar, drill through the first log and stop. Pound the rebar all the way through the first log and halfway into the second log. rebar placed every 24", offset by 12" every row.

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  @barnsandlogcabins3 ай бұрын

  Shouldn't all the nails be in the upper logs to seal better if something moves

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  @bawhjth3 ай бұрын

  either top or bottom, but not both. but it's a real PITA to hold the nail gun upside down and put the nails in the top log.

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  @melanyjordan75243 ай бұрын

  Although I’ve watched most of your journey…step by step, this was an incredible video bringing it all together!! You and Julie did an amazing job and created a beauty of a home!! ❤❤❤

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  @bawhjth3 ай бұрын

  thank you! very kind words!

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  @rfernandes13 ай бұрын

  Looks awesome man.

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  @quantumleap88883 ай бұрын

  Smarter not harder right? That worked pretty slick!

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  @bawhjth3 ай бұрын

  I'm actually kinda surprised myself. :)

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  @redcloud8703 ай бұрын

  You and your wife done an awesome job! Enjoyed your story. Cheers.

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  @bawhjth3 ай бұрын

  thank you!

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  @DBowTX3 ай бұрын

  Can't imagine the maintenance on those walls! Haven't made it to the end yet so maybe its addressed. Clint B sent me here.

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  @bawhjth3 ай бұрын

  just needs stain every 5 years. roof overhangs are quite large (8' on gables, 4' on eaves), and we are adding a wrap-around porch.

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  @DBowTX3 ай бұрын

  @@bawhjth what about the chinking? My understanding was that it was replaced /renewed almost yearly? Or is that traditional?

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  @bawhjth3 ай бұрын

  @@DBowTX sure - this is traditional mortar chinking - it should last pretty much forever, due to the method of installing nails and lath first. I have a pic of some 60 year old chinking that's been through a 6.5 earthquake and is still intact. that synthetic stuff should be avoided, IMO.

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  @greglhoticom3 ай бұрын

  "There are as many ways to build a log home (or any other kind) as there are people to build them". Every one is unique and personal. The lesson of this video is not the build but the persistence, dedication and...well...heart...to see it through. A HUGE tip-of-the-hat to you, your wife, kids and others that helped along the way. The journey through life is not an easy one...but sometimes a dream (even if it takes 7 years or longer) pays off. Job WELL DONE (even if it really never ends).

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  @ChrisHadlockTV3 ай бұрын

  Awesome Brian! How'd you splice your caplogs?

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  @bawhjth3 ай бұрын

  just pinned them up there with the ends touching. probably should have done a lap joint or something, but rebar is pretty strong.

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  @crpruns693 ай бұрын

  Awesome and inspirational!

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  @keithnoneya3 ай бұрын

  Thanks for sharing your family passion with us. It turned out really nice! Best Wishes & Blessings. Keith Noneya

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  @StarfireResearch3 ай бұрын

  Awesome accomplishment! Great video! "Cb85" provided the link to see this!

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  @bawhjth3 ай бұрын

  awesome, thanks!

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  @DannysCam3 ай бұрын

  Thanks for the shout out, my favorite part was you doing the insulated roof and the ridge pole, you did it one piece at a time very exciting

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  @bawhjth3 ай бұрын

  yeah, thought my knees were going to fall off - up and down the ladder for months. crazy times...

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  @jilld.56263 ай бұрын

  Your video is phenomenal. Wow! Beautiful home - what an accomplishment. Congratulations!

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  @bawhjth3 ай бұрын

  thank you!

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  @marypeterson35124 ай бұрын

  Love it!

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  @taylorpauljones4 ай бұрын

  Great work man.

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  @bawhjth4 ай бұрын

  Thank you! Ton of work.

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  @keithnoneya4 ай бұрын

  You guys have come a long ways over the years. I'm sure all of you are glad you have it done or almost, there's always something to do. How many days do you think you actually have in building it and how much money do you think you have invested in it? Thanks in advance. Best Wishes & Blessings. Keith Noneya

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  @bawhjth4 ай бұрын

  Thank you, Keith! Well it was 7 years to build, but I wad only working on it for a couple hours each day, so that's about 5100 hours. An 8 hour shift would mean it took 1.75 years.

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  @keithnoneya4 ай бұрын

  @@bawhjth Wow, definitely could have used some help huh. Glad you guys are finally enjoying it. I'm sure the kids love it too. How many kids can say they grew up in a log cabin. Thanks for sharing the journey with all of us. Best Wishes & Blessings Keith Noneya

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  @ScottWarner866 ай бұрын

  Awesome dude thanks for sharing. Quality sounds!!

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  @timp88576 ай бұрын

  Long accomplishment proud of you and seeing it almost done was a long wait but definitely worth watching the progress I hav seen ur channel in a while and I was thinking of you and was happy to see this

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  @bawhjth6 ай бұрын

  thanks! still tons to do - wrap around porch, finish the HVAC, build a garage, but at least we're living here now.

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  @redcloud8709 ай бұрын

  Know the feeling! Build my own log cabin and as soon as I completed the shower with tile I moved in and been there since. Still working on my log cabin! Be proud and enjoy your creation! Cheers!

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  @bawhjth9 ай бұрын

  awesome, thanks!

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  @nemesisinvidia57929 ай бұрын

  Très joli !

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  @nemesisinvidia57929 ай бұрын

  Quel dommage que cela soit si mal filmé.

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  @bawhjth9 ай бұрын

  Yes, I need a better camera.

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  @DannysCam9 ай бұрын

  Looks amazing my friend

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  @LadderMover10 ай бұрын

  I like it! Double pully, half the force required to raise / lower the ladder. You should try “Ladder Mover” for the easiest way to move any size or type of ladder. Thanks for posting!

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  @johnjohnson337010 ай бұрын

  Oh my gosh

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  @redcloud87010 ай бұрын

  Yes.. indeed it turned out very nice!

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  @keithnoneya11 ай бұрын

  Thanks for the update. I look fwd to all your video's, a little more detail would be nice. Anyways keep up the good work. Best Wishes & Blessings. Keith Noneya

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  @bawhjth11 ай бұрын

  Ok, so the exact rise/run of the stairs is here: i.postimg.cc/B6h3Wddq/download-1.png . Going to tweak the treads a bit more, maybe - haven't nailed them down. Might re-do the side stringers so the treads don't stick out so much. handrail details - still working on the drawings..... sometimes, I just build in my head and then directly with my hands, without paper in the way, you know. ;)

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  @keithnoneya11 ай бұрын

  @@bawhjth Still looks good! thanks for the png. Best Wishes & Blessings Keith

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  @rsz9018211 ай бұрын

  Looks dangerous. I spent $1200.00 for scaffolding to save a trip to the ER with a broken leg. The man that sells them takes them back for 50% money back.

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  @bawhjth11 ай бұрын

  yep, it's dangerous alright.

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  @MJHanegraaf Жыл бұрын

  Excellent video! Waited to see your video before taking my MUCH shorter extension ladder down. I used cinder blocks to get the ladder up; didn’t think that would be enough to secure the bottom of the ladder when bringing it down. Will give it a try. Thanks.

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  @nemesisinvidia5792 Жыл бұрын

  Très bon travail, propre et sobre. Ce grand chalet est superbe. Bravo !

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  @NSHomestead Жыл бұрын

  4:25 👀

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  @bawhjth Жыл бұрын

  what - the kid? sure.... ;) physics says she was never in any danger. ;) but we keep a good eye on her anyway.

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  @acmr3215 Жыл бұрын

  i always wondered if something like this was used in building the pyramids, lately the fact that history's time lines could be off by A LOT if there were much bigger elephant type animals or even giants as some believe and many separate pulley systems used per block they could have gotten them up the ramps, i believe they had stone and materials that could do this.

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  @ChrisHadlockTV Жыл бұрын

  Free glass insulation, woohoo!

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  @PrismElixir Жыл бұрын

  Hey. I am late to the game. What nailer did you use and that PVC attachment. I'd like to know more about that too.

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  @hotshothomeimprovement Жыл бұрын

  So there’s glass also? Apart from the mica?

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  @rickss69 Жыл бұрын

  I would buy you a 3 pound sledge if you let me toss that ridiculous carpenter trim hammer into the woods...

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  @BowenOrg Жыл бұрын

  THAT'S AN AWESOME CONCEPT..... but, in my humble opinion (yes, I'm entitled to my opinion just like everyone else), "chinking" in log homes is the most unsightly thing I've ever seen... and I've looked at thousands of log homes over my 63 years. Yes, some people like it and that's their right.... but for me, the "Swedish coping" method is the most beautiful thing I've ever seen (expect for my wife and children!!). Is there still the problem of "settling?" Well, if you dry your logs and use a "kiln", you reduce your moisture content down to approx 19% and that will "almost" eliminate all shrinkage and settling when building your log home. For examples of this, do a KZread search for "Golden Eagle Log & Timber Homes" and watch what they do to eliminate a lot of the problems with log homes... and they've built over 30,000 homes so they know what they're talking about. Anyways, just my opinion... nothing more, nothing less!! HAPPY HOLIDAYS EVERYONE... AND GOD BLESS JESUS CHRIST OUR SAVIOR!!! Amen Retired, Veteran

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  @customwoodshiftknobs9322 Жыл бұрын

  But the difference is 99.9% of people do not have the skill or time to properly learn and build a scribed log home. What you like is personal preference, and that's fine. But others are more interested in being able to build their own home, mortgage free. And be able to do it themselves on a year or two.

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  @BowenOrg Жыл бұрын

  @@customwoodshiftknobs9322 I don;t have the skills either... and I'm to old to invest the time to learn... so the wife and I will pay a log home builder to have it done for us. Golden Eagle Log & Timber Homes have some very beautiful homes AND some modern construction methods that I like (as mentioned above) but, the "best of the best" is the log home designers/builders from Canada called "Pioneer Log Homes!" One word to describe them.... STUNNING!!! : ) That being said, if you're wanting to build your own log home, there are some really unique companies "out there" that have made it as easy as doing "Lincoln Logs!" I kid you not. Take Care Mr & Mrs Bowen Retired/Veteran

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  @bawhjth Жыл бұрын

  @@BowenOrg LHBA is one of those "companies": they are a non-profit organization teaching folks with no background in construction how to build a log home since the 1960's. The pro's build beautiful homes, no doubt. But they can't do it for $20 / sq ft. More like $300 - $400 / sq ft. I mean, ANYONE can get a beautiful home if they are willing to pay for it. But I'm getting a beautiful custom log home for less than a stick-built home. It is super energy efficient. I'm really happy with how mine has turned out. The chinking on mine, in my opinion (!) is stunning. The huge logs are stunning. The fact that we did almost all of it (except the 10k lb ridge pole) with block and tackle is stunning. There is no settling; I don't have to use screw jacks. The thing is built like a fortress. I'm moving into a (almost) million dollar home, and I'm doing it for $60k. And thank you for your service in the military, Sir!

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  @MrAloha-sy8zf3 ай бұрын

  Thanks for the info. I love you tube 😊

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  @mollyedwards7494 Жыл бұрын

  Beautiful! My grandmother had an organ like this one. We would plunk around on it to keep us out of trouble growing up. Thanks for sharing your talents!