|
How your home is assembled influences its engineering, finishing, and maintenance expectations. You can choose from the various styles of log construction:
| Style |
Volume of Logs |
Labour required |
| Full Sribe |
Highest |
Most |
| Chinked |
Same as Scribed |
Same as scribed |
| Hybrid |
Less than full scribe, more than post & beam |
Less than full scribe, more than post & beam |
| Post & Beam |
Less than full scribe or chinked |
More labour per piece |
| Log Decor or Accent |
Depends on number and size of pieces |
Depends on number and size of pieces and detailing required |
Full Scribe
"Full Scribe" refers to a method of fitting horizontal stacked logs to build a tight wall. Each log has a long groove hand cut into it underside, so it precisely and securely nests on the log below. The corners are interlocked with notching to provide a very secure structure.
Chinked
"Chinked" refers to a method of fitting horizontal stacked logs to build a wall. Each horizontal log rests on the log below; we choose the logs to fit well but there is no grooving along the bottom side. To keep the weather out "chinking" - a special filler - is applied between the logs, much like a bricklayer uses mortar between bricks. The corners are interlocked with notching to provide a very secure structure. We build chinked homes periodically on request.
Hybrid
"Hybrid" homes are a popular combination of "Full scribed" and "Post & Beam". We put down a few horizontal courses of "Full Scribed" logs and then build "Post & Beam" on top.
Post & Beam
"Post & Beam refers to a style of construction using vertical logs (posts) to support load-bearing horizontal logs (beams), similar in idea to a simple table, except on a grand, more complex scale. This creates a robust frame for a home of beautiful exposed timbers, leaving many options open for the infill walls. Some reserve the term "Timberframe" for this style if logs are used, and use the term "Post & Beam" if cut, dimensional lumber (8" x 8" for example) is used, but the terminology has become blurred. We use full logs but we will use dimensional lumber upon request. Many joinery options are available.
Log Decor or Accent
This refers to enhancing standard frame construction (for example a typical suburban home) with log accents to lend a rustic feel. We do it all, from some simple faux beams for your den to a entrance way at the Marriott Hotel.
|
