Log Home Construction Modules 2, 3, &4
Module Two aims to dispel common myths about log homes. It covers the crucial steps of planning a log home, alongside guidance on buying and selecting the best logs, including differences between hand-scribed logs and milled kits.
Module Two aims to dispel common myths about log homes. It covers the crucial steps of planning a log home, alongside guidance on buying and selecting the best logs, including differences between hand-scribed logs and milled kits.
Module Four is dedicated to deficiencies and maintenance not otherwise covered in the first three modules. We have dozens of photos of deficiencies to look at to give you powerful insights into recognizing them on your own inspections.
The Legal Stuff
Getting the Most From This Course
About the Course
Module One Workbook for Download
Introduction to Log Homes
What We're Here to Learn
Economics and Performance
Aesthetics & Sustainability
Size, Shape, and Other Considerations
CH 03 Quiz
Chemical Composition
Heartwood, Sapwood & Cambium
Xylem, Phloem, and Bark
Microstructure
Grain Orientation
CH 04 Quiz
Density and Moisture
Workability, Processing and Treatment
CH 05 Quiz
Intrinsic Properties of Wood
Environmental Factors and Mitigation
CH 06 Quiz
Termites
Carpenter Ants
Wood Boring Beetles
Fungi & Rot
CH 07 Quiz
Moisture
Chemical Treatments
Chinking
CH 08 Quiz
Custom
Milled Kits
Half-Log Homes
Rustic
Choosing Between Them
CH 09 Quiz
Summary
Module One Exam
Module One Survey