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Follow my journey as I share updates, insights, and lessons learned while building my own cabin.
How to Unclog a Commode With a Plunger
Grab a flanged toilet plunger. Seat the flange fully in the drain so the cup…
Moss on Rooftops: Causes and Safe Removal
Moss on rooftops isn’t just ugly. It holds water against your shingles, and that’s what…
Cold Cellar in Basement: Design, Insulation, and Ventilation
A cold cellar in a basement is a small room in a corner with an…
Oil vs Water Based Stain: Which Is Better?
Oil vs water based stain, which one? Neither wins everywhere. Oil-based stain soaks deeper, looks…
Log Home Construction: A Step-by-Step Guide
What order do you build a log home in? Budget first, then land, plan and…
Solar Cell Roof Guide for Small Off-Grid Cabins
Size a solar cell roof from your daily watt-hours and local peak sun hours, not…
Gluing of Wood: Choosing Adhesives for Strong Joints
Which glue holds up in a cabin that freezes in January and soaks up humidity…
Sleeping Porch Design for Four-Season Cabins
Is your screened porch ready for January? Almost certainly not. A sleeping porch that works…
Beam Houses: Timber Framing for Small Cabins
Are beam houses worth the trouble for a small cabin? Sometimes. Timber framing gives you…
How to Build Shelter in Woods: A Dry Cabin
How do you build shelter in woods before dark and stay dry all night? Pick…