Thursday, November 30, 2006

Log cabin floor plans 5 (Part 2)

Monday, November 27, 2006

Log cabin floor plans 5 (Part 1)

Log cabin floor plans - You'll have to study this plan a bit before you realize how interesting it could be. The central entrance area is like having a porch. In fact, it could be screened on both sides instead of being partially enclosed as shown on the plan. If you prefer this arrangement, enclose the ends toward the bedroom and living room. Even when you aren't able to use the central roofed area, you'll find that there is plenty of room for dining and relaxing in the living area of the cabin.

The patio formed by the bedroom and living-room areas could be paved as described for the tenth cottage of this series of plans. The roof could also be screened. Corrugated Fiberglas in colors could also be used.

The outdoor closet areas near the entrance could be used for storage of an outboard motor, a pump, water heater, and other equipment. If the fireplace is omitted, be sure to brace this corner, as it carries a considerable roof load.

Friday, November 24, 2006

Log cabin floor plans 4 (Part 8)

CONSTRUCTION OUTLINE

Foundation: Piers made of 8-by-8-by-16-inch block. Pour top block solid and insert bolts to receive sill.

Flooring: Sills drilled to take bolts and then placed on pier foundation. Tighten bolts. Spike inner width of header to sill. Lay out floor joists and spike them to inner header. Now spike the outer header to the inner width. Nail down flooring. Install door and window sills and lay sole around outer edge and under partitions.

Wall Framing: Lay out wall sections A and C on the floor. When completed, tip into place and use temporary bracing to hold in vertical position. Frame walls B and D.

Roof: Place roof joists in place and lay roofing boards. Coat roofing boards with asphalt cement. Place a layer of 15-pound roofing felt over. Use cold type of mastic and brush over felt. Start laying selvage edge of roofing material at end A.

Side-wall Finish: Use l-by-6 or l-by-8 tongue-and-groove siding nailed at top, bottom, and at herringbone bridging.

Vents, Doors, and Other Openings: Follow details on preceding pages or in special details.

Insulation: Medium- or full-thickness Fiberglas or equivalent insulation stapled between roof joists. Use medium thickness in side walls. Finish as desired. Install plumbing and electrical equipment as convenient.

MATERIALS LIST

Concrete for footing��������� 1 cu. yd.
Blocks for piers������������� depends upon depth
18 anchor bolts�������������� 1/2 in. x 8 in.
60��� 2 x� 4��� 14 ft. long�� framing, partitions, and windows (cut)
9���� 2 x� 4��� 16 ft. long�� sole and plate
10��� 2 x� 6��� 16 ft. long�� sills (including doors)
37��� 2 x� 6��� 14 ft. long�� roof rafters
39��� 2 x� 8��� 12 ft. long�� floor joists
12��� 2 x� 8��� 16 ft. long�� header (girder)
6���� 2 x� 10�� 16 ft. long�� window wall header
1���� 4 x� 6��� 14 ft. long�� porch
130 lineal ft. of�� I x 6 fascia board
500 lineal ft. of window bead
825 board ft. of flooring
900 board ft. of roofing
800 board ft. of tongue-and-groove exterior siding (vertical)
1,100 board ft. of tongue-and-groove (or equal)� interior finish
600 sq. ft. plus waste (about1/3)� ceiling
3��� 2 ft.��� 0 in. x 6 ft. 6 in. interior doors
3��� 2 ft.��� 6 in. x 6 ft. 8 in. interior doors
1��� 2 ft.�� 10 in. x 6 ft. 8 in. interior door
2��� 2 ft.�� 10 in. x 6 ft. 8 in. screen doors
1,000 sq. ft. medium-thick insulation
2,400 sq. ft. roofing material (3-ply) and mastic
8 sheets 4 ft. x 8 ft. x 3/4 in. waterproof plywood (cabinets and window vents)
3 cellar sash (about 16 in. x 33 in.)
13 yd. 36-in.-wide plastic screening
Electric wiring: 110-220 volt, 3-wire system
Plumbing:�� piping, pump, tank, water�� heater, water closet, basin, tub, and sink
Septic tank
Camp stove or range
Refrigerator
Franklin stove (or fireplace)�

Wednesday, November 22, 2006

Log cabin floor plans 4 (Part 7)

Monday, November 20, 2006

Log cabin floor plans 4 (Part 6)

Saturday, November 18, 2006

Log cabin floor plans 4 (Part 5)

Wednesday, November 15, 2006

Log cabin floor plans 4 (Part 4)

Sunday, November 12, 2006

Log cabin floor plans 4 (Part 3)

Thursday, November 09, 2006

Log cabin floor plans 4 (Part 2)

Monday, November 06, 2006

Log cabin floor plans 4 (Part 1)

Log cabin floor plans - This simple box could be built on a very level piece of property or could be made to span two islands. The porch that separates the living area from the sleeping area could be very comfortable. Breezes could blow through unhindered. It would be a good place to eat and relax in. If sunlight is a problem, a heavier overhang on the glass side might be desirable. If the weather permits using the porch, this cottage can sleep six or eight people.

If you decide to span two islands or straddle a stream as shown in the photograph, I'd suggest that you check with a local architect or engineer about the sizes of supporting beams which will run lengthwise of the camp.

I've shown a Franklin stove at the end of the living area. You might prefer to use a solid masonry wall at that end and include a regular fireplace.�This log cabin floor plans�can be done.

Saturday, November 04, 2006

Log cabin floor plans 3 (Part 6)

CONSTRUCTION OUTLINE

Foundation: Piers made of 8-by-8-by-16-inch block. Top block poured solid and bolts put into place to receive sill.

Flooring: Sills drilled to take bolts and then placed on pier foundation. Tighten bolts. Spike inner width of header to sill. Lay out floor joists and spike them to inner width. Nail down flooring. Install door and window sills and lay sole around outer edge and under partitions.

Wall Framing: Lay out wall sections A and C on the floor. When completed, tip into place and use temporary bracing to hold in vertical position. Frame walls B and D.

Roof: Place roof joists in place and lay roofing boards. Coat roofing boards with asphalt cement. Place a layer of 15-pound roofing felt over. Use cold type of roof mastic and brush over felt. Start laying selvage edge of roofing material at end A. Follow directions on the roll.

Side-wall Finish: Use l-by-6- or l-by-8-inch tongue-and-groove siding nailed at top, bottom, and at herringbone bridging.

Vents, Doors, and Other Openings: Follow details on preceding pages or in special details.

Insulation: Medium- or full-thickness Fiberglas or equivalent stapled between roof joists. Use medium thickness in side walls. Finish interior to suit. Install mechanical and electrical equipment as desired.

MATERIALS LIST

Concrete for footings������� 1/2 cu yd-
Block for piers������������� depends upon depth
8 anchor bolts�������������� 1/2 m- x 8 in.
6��� 2x6���� 10 ft. long���� sill and� door sill
2��� 2x6���� 12 ft. long���� header over double doors
10�� 2x4���� 14 ft. long���� cut in half for rear wall
22�� 2x4���� 16 ft. long���� cut for other wall framing and partitions
6��� 2x4���� 10 ft. long���� plates and� headers� (window)
18�� 2x8���� 14 ft. long���� floor joists
16�� 2x8���� 16 ft. long���� rafters
8��� 2x8���� 10 ft. long���� header (girder)
1��� 4x4����� 8 ft. long���� door post
80 lineal ft. of 1� x 8 fascia board
60 ft. 1� x 2� 14 ft. long doorstops
400� board� ft. of flooring
450 board ft. of roofing� boards
600� board� ft. of tongue-and-groove siding�� (vertical)
800� board� ft. of tongue-and-groove� boards� (interior finish) or 800 sq. ft. of 3/8 in. plywood
280 sq. ft., plus waste, material for ceiling
2 pairs of 2 ft. 6 in. x 6 ft. 8 in. single-panel doors
1�� 2 ft. 4 in. x 6 ft. 6 in. interior (bath)� door
1 pair of wood or steel sliding doors, opening 5 ft. x 6 ft. 6 in.
1,100 sq. ft. of roofing material (3-ply built-up) and mastic
800 sq. ft. medium-thick insulation
3 cellar sash� (about 16 in. x 33 in.)
60 sq. ft. of 3/4 in. plywood for counter
3 ft. x 5 ft. piece of� 5/8 "� waterproof plywood for table
Electric wiring:�� 110-220 volt, 3-wire system
Plumbing: piping, pump, tank, water heater, water closet, basin, shower, and single sink
Septic tank
Stove or range
Refrigerator�

Wednesday, November 01, 2006

Log cabin floor plans 3 (Part 5)