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  Log Home Books, Log Building Videos, Timber framing Books, Rustic Furniture Books, Videos, And More Are Available In a Secure, On-line Book Store. Note: All books and videos are shipped from Grand Rapids, MN. Log Home Guide 15 Year Article Index
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  Crafting Log Homes Solar Style Rex and LaVonne Ewing. Combines the how-to of log home building with the energy-independent options of solar and wind energy. "There aren't a lot of books that focus on the nuts and bolts of log home construction. Fewer still that focus on the energy efficiency possibilities. Rex and LaVonne's book tackles them both and does it well," says Jim Cooper, author of Log Homes Made Easy." This book should be at the top of your list for any log construction project." In addition to log building techniques, a renewable energy primer, and chapters on home heating and water pumping, this book profiles a dozen very different log homes that each rely on solar energy. 255 pages. $25.00 Log Construction  ManualRobert W. Chambers. This revised edition of the popular Log Building Construction Manual could be subtitled "Mastering the Art of Log Building", because it has the details on log selection, log roof systems, underscribing, sill log layout, scribing and cutting notches and grooves that aren't found anywhere else. 270 pages, color softcover (special open-flat binding) with more than 350 photos and illustrations, index, appendices. $37.95  Notches of All KindsB. Allan Mackie. Photos and drawings showing all kinds of timber joinery. A great reference book for your collection. 92 pages. (Softcover). $22.00  Building With Logs B. Allan Mackie. This 8th edition is filled with major construction improvements and provides essential advice to both the novice and experienced log builder on financing, blueprints, site planning, timber selection, log storage, notches, hewing, joists and rafters, safety, electrical wiring, and more. 123 pages. (Softcover) $24.95  Build Your Own Low Cost Log HomeBasic construction techniques are discussed and the text leads you through basic building and into more ambitious multi-floor dwellings. Contains information on how to save the most on building your log home, what you can do yourself and when to get professional help. 196 pages. (Softcover). $19.95  Complete Guide to Building Log HomesMonte Burch. Covers log building from chopping down trees to building everything from a modest cabin to a multi-gabled manor. 406 pages. (Softcover). $21.95  Log Span TablesMackie, Read, & Hahney. Newly updated and expanded data for calculation of correct sizes of logs for log construction, plus log building standards. 126 pages. (Softcover, Pocket-size). $28.33  Handbook of Canadian Log BuildingF. Dan Milne. Packed with over 120 full color photos and 68 precise, b/w illustrations, this book takes the reader through log home construction step-by-step, with chapters on roof systems, electrical work, plumbing, installation of doors & windows, etc. 148 pages. (Softcover). $19.95 Buy this book and one of our scribers and receive a $10.00 discount. Just ask for the "Scriber Special". To Place an Order: |
 Making Artistic Rustic Lamps Ron Householder. The projects featured in this book have been chosen to illustrate the techniques that he uses for rustic lamp making. These are the same techniques that he has used to create thousands of rustic furniture pieces. This book will help you gain confidence in yourself and that you will be able to apply these techniques to create your own rustic lamps. 86 pages filled with 62 Illustrated diagrams, 191 Photo Reference Examples including a before & after lamp photo gallery, and detailed step-by-step Instructions for the beginner to the advanced. $25.00  The Log Home Maintenance Guide Gary Schroeder. A field guide for identifying, preventing, and solving problems. Many log home owners damage their expensive homes by incorrectly treating their problems. No more. With detailed full-color photos and clear instructions, this book shows you how to keep your log home maintained. 150 color photographs, 50 color illustrations. 176 pages. (Softcover). $24.95  The Classic Hewn-Log House Charles McRaven. A Step-by-Step Guide to Building & Restoring. Whether you're restoring an old house, building new, or indulging an interest in traditional building, you'll find much to learn from McRaven's experience. 198 pages. (Softcover). $19.95  Building With Logs VideosB.Allan Mackie. The set of 9 videos will give you step-by-step instructions on how to build your own log home shell. The concept used to make these videos includes the latest building techniques without sacrificing the respect for nature. Each video is approximately 60 minutes. Complete set (9 videos VHS or DVD) $400.00 Individual video (VHS or DVD) $50.00 1. Introduction This introduction video contains: Introduction to the series, Course overview, Outline of off-site courses, Safety in log handling, tools, equipment, and chainsaw operation. 2. Tools & Terms Before undertaking any instruction, you need to understand the basic tools of log building as well as the special tools and equipment. 3. House Start This video explains the setup for a log building site, how to start a log building and the layout procedures for off-site and on-site buildings. 4. Basic Building There are 2 parts to this video; the first part gives you a short course on how to practice cutting notches before you cut your expensive logs. The second part is a complete step-by-step description of how to position, scribe and cut a wall log. 5. Other Notches This video offers detailed instruction for the Blind Dovetail Notch, the Lock Notch, and the Square Notch. 6. Other Notches II This video offers detailed instruction for the Round Notch, the Blind Wall Notch, the Dovetail Notch, and the Post Notch. 7. Walls, Windows, & Doors This video instructs how to control the height of walls, how to lay out the window and door openings, also the method of the settling of the walls. 8. Joists, Beams, Roof System I This video has information on: Plate Logs, Cap Logs, Outriggers, Beam & Joist, and Post & Purlin System. 9. Roof System II Includes step-by-step information for building a King Post Truss including design, layout, cutting, and assembly. Prices subject to change |
 Montana School of Log Building DVDs Detailed how-to video series. Al Anderson, professional logbuilder/teacher concentrates on what you need to know. Approximately 11 hours. Part 1: DVD 1 Cutting the Sill Logs. DVD 2 Aligning the Sill Logs. Part 2: DVD 3 Full-Log Techniques. DVD 4 Split-Log Techniques. Part 3: DVD 5 Lofts, Dormers, and Roofs. DVD 6 Roof Systems, Log Gables, and Upright Posts. Each Part (two DVDs) $79.00 Complete Set (all six DVDs) $225.00  Log Homes from the Ground Up Tony Krejci. In this comprehensive, interactive CD-ROM, Tony will guide you with: A total strategy for establishing a budget including worksheet and application form ready to download, complete and present to lenders, an opportunity to search for land with tips on buying “that perfect” lot or acreage, the planning and design stages involving selection of proper wood species, log styles and profiles, and much more! (Interactive CD). $19.95  The Complete Guide to Sharpening Leonard Lee explains in common sense terms the fastest, most effective ways to sharpen all your woodworking tools, from chisels to drill bits. You'll get better edges than razor blades, and you'll learn how to shape them to cut better and stay sharp longer. 245 pages. (Softcover). $22.95 Log Handrail VideoHost Mike Heintzman. Since the "rail technique" is used in a wide variety of log projects, learning how to master the handrail is the most essential part of whole log construction. This video goes through measuring at the work site, preparing and building the project in the shop, as well as the install. 30 minutes. $19.95  Log Mantle Video Host Mike Heintzman. From wood choices and design, to the fabrication and installation, Mike will walk you through the building of a Log Mantle. We rate this project at a difficulty level of 2. Which means that with a little help, this is an easy project for the newcomer to the log building family. The technology Mike will be showing you will allow you to complete this log mantle OFF-SITE, to be delivered and installed later. 30 minutes. $19.95  Building and Designing Decks Scott Schuttner. Guided by clear descriptions and detailed drawings, you ’ll be able to build whatever kind of deck your budget and skill allow. 40 inspiring examples of superb deck designs are depicted in color photos. 153 pages. (Softcover). $22.95  BuildingStone Walls John Vivian. Step-by-step instruction with clear, concise drawings and photos. 108 pages. (Softcover). $9.95  Building With Stone Charles McRaven. Written for the novice as well as the seasoned journeyman, the author covers walls, fireplaces, houses and more! 192 pages. (Softcover). $17.95 Stonework Techniques and ProjectsCharles McRaven. Covers the use of stone for gardens, paths, pools and waterfalls, building walls from simple to serpentine, installing stone steps for porches and entries, creating retaining walls, and making gateways, pillars and doorways. 183 pages. (Softcover). $19.95 |
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