Log Cabin Building Blueprints - DIY
Article by James Forte
Are you looking to get away from it all with a log cabin or simply wanting a log cabin to use as an office or guest house? If so, the first step is to get your hands on log cabin blueprints that preferably were developed by a professional for your own do-it yourself project. This is bound to be an exciting adventure since log cabin building was the beginning of American architecture!
These blueprints can either be obtained free of charge or for a nominal fee. If you decide to obtain free plans, please make sure that you have them reviewed by a professional before you start this undertaking to ensure that you have proper log cabin building plans in your hands.
Regardless of which plans you choose, it is important that you ensure that the plans are detailed and provide step by step instructions and photos of the building process. You must also get a set of plans that list all the materials that you shall need for the project and the measurements.
Before you start the project, it is important to be realistic about the time frame for the achievement of this project as well as how much time you will be willing to commit to this exciting endeavor because it will require a lot of patience since it is a physically demanding task which is highly satisfying.
Depending on the location of the cabin, any type of log that is reasonably straight can be used for building and which is about 7 to 10 inches in diameter. Softwoods such as pine and fir are preferable since these a durable and somewhat lightweight. Although hardwoods such as oak may be used, the significant disadvantage of using this type of wood is that this wood is susceptible to pests and fungus.
It is also critical to remember as you build a log cabin that having a proper foundation is very important. Although stone foundations are traditional, you may also use concrete or block which are good alternatives to stone. Several blueprints will give you various choices for the foundation to put in the log cabin that you can decide upon.
Whatever type of cabin that you decide to build, remember to always get a good set of blueprints which will save you headaches, time and money. Also have a realistic time frame. Once this is built, it will definitely build your self confidence.
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