During the debate that flared up after the publication of the article “Ours in America,” a reader contacted the site’s editor who wanted to talk about his personal experience. Vyacheslav has been living with his family in a house from solid log house. And according to him, if he knew all the “nuances” at the time of choosing the material, he would build a house from bricks or blocks. Below in the text is his personal “Top reasons why you should not build a log house.” To maintain authenticity, we left the text almost unchanged, making only light stylistic changes.
Why did we want a wooden house?
1. Once we saw with our own eyes a house made of logs - we immediately liked it, it looked very beautiful, we wanted one for ourselves.
2. For practical reasons: initially it was assumed that we would come on weekends, heat the solid fuel boiler and quickly warm up the house (the concept changed during the construction process).
3. Environmental friendliness: I wanted the house to breathe easily and smell pine forest. In general, I liked the traditional concept of living in a private house: wooden frame, grass near the house, forest nearby, etc.
house in summer
Start of construction
back view
Here we managed to learn a little from the mistakes of others. A friend of mine, in order to save money, purchased the timber himself. As a result, a timber truck came to him and the cutters took away suitable logs, half of the timber truck was leaving back... In the end, 120 cubic meters his timber turned into 200. I worked with contractors who sorted the wood at their base, and only what was actually used for work was brought to the site.
view from the yard
Initially, I was not worried about the construction process, since I trusted the contractors. During the work, they still made some mistakes in some places, but not much (more on that below). The logs were laid on moss. They chopped and hewed - by hand. After they made the “box” with the roof, the house stood for a year.
from the entrance
Of the interesting things in the construction process, I can note the discrepancy actual sizes their rooms visual perception until the ceilings are covered. I personally measured the 19-meter kitchen with a tape measure, because visually it seemed that there were 7-8 meters there. And so - with all the rooms.
Finishing
The most interesting thing began at this stage. Firstly, the house needs to be sanded ENTIRELY on both sides. This work is tedious and expensive - prices for work can be looked up on the Internet, four years ago it cost us a pretty penny (375 sq. m. at $5 per 1 sq. m.). Moreover, when estimating the area of work, the bend of the log is added to the formula “height by length” - the area increases.
upper plinth - adjustable to curves
Then - impregnation ($0.7 per 1 sq.m.). Then - painting in one layer. Then - to the second (both - $1 per 1 sq.m.). Moreover, so that the materials fit well, the house must be painted by hand(which stretches the process over time). After all these procedures, the question of a “breathing house” and “the smell of pine” disappeared by itself.
We didn’t make a basement, so our foundation is simple: PGS pad, insulation, concrete. The builders who poured the floor did not completely cut out the lower logs in doorways. As a result, a year later it “broke” in these places floor tiles(ceramic granite). I had to remove the entire damaged tile, cut out more logs, and pour a new floor. This turned out to be easier than somehow cutting out the laid tiles - not every tile cutter takes porcelain tiles.
a crack in the tile remains in the doorway
Added to the “pleasant” aspects of finishing are regular finishing off moss, stolen by birds, and sealing seams with sealant. This work is long, expensive and dreary. Fortunately, in the Republic of Belarus there is a sealant manufacturer that offers products at reasonable prices. If he missed the mark with imported ones, he would go to hell.
Laying communications in a log house it also becomes a problem. Embedding a socket into a round log is quite a task (and the corresponding “tariff”). You can't hide the pipes inside. Attaching a plinth to an uneven log is also not an easy task, you will have to “think about it” and work with your hands.
plinth - strip + mastic
Due to the long-term shrinkage of the house, doors and windows were inserted into a frame made of boards. If you try to bet on a “live log”, the risk of getting it “sideways” increases significantly. Like risk of damaging the door or window. But even this “trick” did not help us personally: in 4 years of operation, the doors were adjusted twice. And some windows still siphon.
Home maintenance
box for the kitchen (on the left against the wall)
The house is constantly “breathing”. When the heating works, when it doesn’t, everything moves. To hang the kitchen, it was necessary to build a metal frame, cover it with plasterboard, and only attach the kitchen to it. No other way. So beloved by our citizens sliding wardrobes it is absolutely impossible to establish - there is nothing to “attach” to, and the wall and ceiling live their own lives. The staircase, which was “tied” to the wall, eventually became warped and the railing was torn out.
instead of a wardrobe...
Any decorative boxes, covering communications, turn into a work of art - they need to be somehow combine with log wall , and this process turns into jewelry fitting with a construction cutter in hand.
The joints sealed with sealant were sealed twice in 4 years. Doesn't matter - cracks appear. Wooden floor on the 2nd floor it is also drying out, there are also cracks there, and this is inevitable.
crack between logs
In autumn mice get into the house, in the gap between the lower log and the foundation. It is not yet possible to block this road for them, since the interface line is very uneven. And if on the main “animal trails” this phenomenon can be reduced to “nothing” with the help of poison and mousetraps, then when mice frolic between the logs without “visiting”, nothing can be done with them. Just curse it.
Also between logs every year wasps make their nests. The issue is resolved with the help of Dichlorvos. But it still has to be decided.
In autumn and early winter, the second floor is a kingdom of flies. First flies get stuck in the cracks for the winter. Then the house becomes warm - and they climb inside. We have not yet come up with any other means against this brethren except a vacuum cleaner.
And we also - best friends sellers of Tikkurila paint. There needs touching up, here you need to tint: steps, joints, terrace. They didn’t keep accurate records of production, but a lot of buckets of paint were purchased over 4 years.
In the spring, when the pine tree (and then the birch tree) blooms, the whole the house is covered yellow pollen. Moreover, in a thick layer. On a flat vertical wall, so much of it simply would not accumulate. This issue is resolved by washing the walls with a jet from a Karcher. But again it needs to be resolved.
Bath
Inside the house dust accumulates on the bend of the logs. Here already universal remedies no - dust can only be removed manually, the old fashioned way.
Sometimes spontaneous, inexplicable bursts of life happen inside the house - some bugs, midges, insects appear, but I have not installed any system here yet.
In the bathhouse, near the guest bed, some kind of perky creature lives in a log, crunching the log all night. It is not possible to find and kill her.
And finally - about the famous “winter” forest. My house was cut down from February. The bathhouse is from August. I still haven't noticed a difference.
Price issue
Considering all of the above, such housing cannot be called cheap. House with total area 240 sq. m. (with a small attic floor) cost me $40,000 only for the first stage: foundation, frame and roof. Then the project grew, we also built an outbuilding, a bathhouse from the same “round timber,” and landscaped the area and the street next to the house. All this (including materials, finishing, windows, doors and geothermal boiler) cost us a total of $180,000.
shrinkage to the roof
Conclusion: What we got for this torment is very beautiful house. And some kind of indescribable pleasure from the feeling of a thick, uneven log, its rough appearance, rich texture... Friends who began to build across the site from mine listened to approximately the same text, my complaints and advice to build from blocks. And in the end... the log house was also cut down. Here, of course, everyone decides for themselves. But I gave you fair warning.
Interviewed by: Dmitry Malakhov
Houses built from logs are always relevant. Beautiful, durable, cozy buildings are not subject to the variability of fashion.
Advantages and disadvantages
Why should you build from natural, pre-prepared wood? Let's evaluate undeniable advantages And possible disadvantages buildings expelled from one piece logs
The main advantages of houses made of wood are:
Thermal conductivity
Wood generally has a low thermal conductivity. Therefore, houses made from logs are warmer than stone or brick ones.
For example, if a log has a d of 10 cm, then this is similar to a wall built with two bricks with a thickness of 51 cm. By making a house out of thick logs, you can significantly reduce heating costs in the cold season, without insulating the walls with mineral wool or analogues.
Savings during the heating season are complemented by the ability wooden house maintain the internal microclimate. In summer, such a house heats up slowly, and the rooms remain pleasantly cool for a long time. Consequently, you can save on the use of an air conditioning system and on electricity if you build from large-diameter logs.
Ventilation
Wood has the property of allowing air to pass through natural micropores. Therefore, even with closed openings (windows, doors), the house will be “replenished” with fresh, clean air, by 20% - without ventilation!
Humidity
Humidity indicator in the ejected round log home will always be at the required level. The tree “breathes” - carries out natural moisture exchange.
Fire resistance
Wood is susceptible to burning. When constructing log houses, prepared logs are used, which are impregnated with special, reliably protecting compounds - fire retardants. These products guarantee fire resistance of the material for decades. In addition, fire protection can always be extended using impregnations.
Environmental friendliness
Natural wood is the most environmentally friendly material of those used by builders today. No harmful ones chemical elements, there are no toxins in the logs. You, your family and loved ones will live in a completely safe home.
Aesthetics
We can talk endlessly about the beauty of wood. Natural naturalness can be improved with stylish decor. Exclusive houses made of logs - luxurious, attractive buildings!
You can build a log house in a chalet style, or you can choose a Finnish project.
In addition, houses made from prepared, rounded logs do not require mandatory finishing special materials. Treatment with antiseptics and paints and varnishes is sufficient.
Efficiency
You can remove a house box measuring 10x12 or 10x10 in 2-3 weeks. Houses measuring 6x8, 6x7 can be built in 1.5-2 weeks.
The buildings are conveniently assembled like a construction set, without the use of cement mortar.
On to the cons log houses relate:
Shrinkage
The shrinkage process is inevitable. Even if a prepared log was used during construction, you will need to wait until the shrinkage of the structure is completed.
Shrinkage periods vary from 6 months to 2 years. You can shorten the shrinkage process by purchasing rounded, workshop-dried logs.
Non-rounded logs will require additional labor for cleaning, leveling, surface grinding, and drying. Therefore, such material will slow down construction, subsequently requiring more time for shrinkage.
IMPORTANT! Door and window openings, interior and exterior finishing of log houses should be inserted only after completion of the shrinkage process! After shrinkage, the structure can sag up to 7cm.
House made of calibrated logs
Building a house from prepared, calibrated logs is convenient and profitable. Here's how to prepare the material:
- logs of popular, resistant coniferous species are harvested: larch, spruce, pine, cedar;
- logs with d identical along the entire length are selected;
- in a workshop, logs are cleaned with a “scrape”;
- longitudinal grooves are applied along the surface of the logs;
- The surface is polished and leveled. Work exclusively with soft layer– sapwood, keeping the internal structure protected;
- Sanded logs are coated with a primer to prevent darkening of the surface. When specially ordered, logs are treated with antiseptics and fire retardants;
- calibrated logs are marked.
Advantages of building from calibrated logs
Visual appeal
The appearance of such a building is striking in its natural beauty. Internal and external finishing of the log house can be excluded.
No large gaps
Manual processing of calibrated logs allows you to save on inter-crown insulation (laid between the logs) because the appearance of large gaps during joining is eliminated.
Hand-cut log house
For home manual cutting A quality log is required.
Selection of logs
Here are the main parameters of logs that are taken into account:
- winter preparation. The best option harvesting logs - winter, when the movement of tree sap is suspended. “Winter Forest” with a denser structure;
- drying. Drying of logs can be carried out naturally - under a canopy, in equipped warehouses. You can dry the wood in special installations;
- external features. Do not use logs that have cracks, rotten or empty cores, resin pockets, signs of woodworm damage, mold, or fungal diseases;
- thickness. Select logs with uniform d. A deviation of 1 cm per 1 mp is allowed. Consider the climatic features of the region when choosing the thickness of logs for your home.
IMPORTANT! If your budget allows, it is recommended to use “deadwood” - wood that has dried naturally.
Log processing technologies
There are 2 current manual processing technologies:
- rooted log;
- planed log.
rooted log
A “under-processed” log is considered to be rooted. Minimal bark peeling preserves the sapwood. A layer of natural resin is left, the wood’s ability to “breathe” is preserved, and the durability of the material increases.
Planed log
Processed with an electric planer. What remains is the runaway of the log – the difference between the butts and the top.
Houses built from hand-cut logs are shown in the photo.
Log house video
The video shows amazing interiors that can be used for your new “natural” home.
Log houses prices
The cost of houses made from log timber consists of the following elements:
- project cost;
- Cost of materials;
- construction work;
- delivery, unloading.
The complexity of the project determines the price. Important point– choice of wood type. The scale of construction and the quality of finishing are also taken into account.
For example, the price of a house whose size is 10x10m2 and will be built from logs with a diameter of 180mm is from $14,000. Finishing work will increase the cost by 50%.
In fact, this material made from milled logs that have undergone careful processing using special equipment. Depending on the type of machine used, it can be given a different profile. The entire production stage is divided into 6 steps:
- sorting saw logs by diameter;
- feeding to the rounding machine;
- cutting into house parts using chain and circular saws;
- the bowl-cutting machine receives parts under gusset- “cup”;
- treating all parts with an antiseptic;
- packaging in special bags for further transportation.
Moreover, during processing they can be used different kinds machines – through-type, turning and milling (positional), center, broaching and others.
Rounded log: pros and cons
This material has both its pros and cons. The advantages of rounded logs, first of all, lie in completely ecological production. No chemical adhesives are used in the manufacturing process. Secondly, houses made of rounded logs – very solid construction, since the log has the same diameter along its entire length. This also ensures a longer service life. Third, has increased insulating ability, thanks to minimal gaps on the crowns.
The material itself has high ability accumulate heat and, moreover, have a fairly low thermal conductivity. Fourthly, Log elements can be connected at any angle. This provides truly excellent opportunities for the implementation of any wooden structures.
Fifthly, significantly saves money and labor during assembly, since the logs arrive at the construction site with ready-made channels and cups. All the craftsmen have to do is collect them. At sixth, the material is aesthetically attractive appearance and does not require further decorative finishing.
The disadvantages of rounded logs are related to the fact that the topmost protective layer removed during processing. Therefore, the following disadvantages appear: shrinkage of the first floor of the structure by an average of 10-20 cm; the appearance of cracks, twisting of logs in a spiral under the influence of wind. The first drawback is especially noticeable. Shrinkage lasts from 6 months to 1 year, and during this period it is important to ensure gentle operation of the house. The use of heating devices is undesirable.
How to determine the quality of logs?
Quality of rounded logs directly depends on the processing mechanisms, as well as on the qualifications of the employees performing this work. So, we will describe the points that you should pay attention to when purchasing. Firstly, all parts must be made from the same type of wood. Secondly, rot, cracks, and chips are not allowed on the products. Thirdly, the material must be perfectly flat, curvature is excluded. Fourthly, the deviation in diameter and length between logs can exceed a maximum of 2 mm.
Fifthly, each product must have markings confirming a particular specification. Sixthly, log houses made from rounded logs are made only from growing trees (not dried out before felling). This is necessary to ensure natural humidity. Seventh, the entire surface is treated with an appropriate antiseptic for more long service life. If all these conditions are met, the service life of a rounded log can be more than 20 years.
For construction wooden houses Currently, rounded logs, which have excellent aesthetic and performance properties, are increasingly being used.
Working with rounded logs is much easier than with other materials. This is because the logs are standardized to special machines.
This building material is well suited for the construction of residential and country houses, bath complexes. However, in order to give your preference to the specified building material, you should find out all the pros and cons of rounded logs.
General concept of rounded logs, technology of its production
Such a modern building material as a rounded log is a tree trunk, freed from branches, specially processed on a complex of woodworking machines, having a smooth and even surface. cylindrical shape, the same along its entire length.
To obtain the specified building material, larch and almost all conifers trees. The diameter of the logs can be different and range from 160 mm to 320 mm.
All stages of rounded log production can be divided into the following:
- sorting;
- cylindrical;
- slicing;
- cup;
- final.
The sorting stage of production includes the distribution of incoming wood by diameter, removal of branches, trimming of the butt, and treatment of the surface of the trunks.
The rounding stage of production consists of the actual rounding, i.e. giving the tree trunk, cleared of the top layer, a perfectly even and smooth appearance. The entire production process is completely mechanized. Raw material the telpher is fed into the processing zone, where it is securely clamped by durable mechanisms and processed on special machines, which can be through-type or positional type. It should be noted that on through-type machines the processing process is much faster, but the log is obtained with a slight curvature. Positional type woodworking machines give the log perfect shape, but this process will take much more time.
The cutting stage of log processing includes cutting into cross-cutting machine blanks of special sizes in accordance with the required house design.
At the cup stage of production, the connecting elements of the logs - bowls - are made. Here, laser marking is used for greater accuracy. Bowls can have Russian and Finnish profiles, each of which has its own adherents. Using high-quality insulation materials and with proper installation, any profile will be good.
And finally, the final stage of work includes treating rounded logs that are ready for building a house with fire retardant and antiseptic compounds and fungicides, which significantly increases their service life.
Complete sets of wooden houses are packed in transport packages and sent to the assembly site.
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Requirements for the quality of rounded logs
When rounding wood different manufacturers You may get different results. You should understand what to look for when choosing a rounded log, explore all the pros and cons. The main requirements for the quality of this building material are as follows:
- all blanks for one house building must be of the same type;
- not allowed on logs with wormholes, rot, various mechanical damage;
- logs to provide them natural humidity should not be prepared from dead wood;
- diameter, longitudinal dimensions, curvature, etc. must be in acceptable values specified in the specification;
- at the end of each product there must be a marking corresponding to the specification;
- storage, warehousing, transportation, and unloading of logs must exclude any contamination and mechanical damage to the surface.
Knowing the basic requirements when choosing high-quality rounded wood, you need to take into account its pros and cons.
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Disadvantages of rounded logs
The main disadvantages of rounded logs include a small number of shortcomings identified during its use. These include:
- log cracking;
- twisting it;
- arching;
- increased humidity in the house;
- fire hazard;
- exposure to natural phenomena.
During the first years of operation of a structure made of rounded logs, as a result of shrinkage, cracking may occur, leading to a lack of protection of the wood from natural phenomena: rain, wind, sun, etc., and loss of the aesthetic appearance of the house. This occurs due to violations in production technology.
Many people know that as a tree grows, as a result of the action of winds, the tree trunk twists like a spiral. After felling, the tree trunk may unwind reverse side, forming large gaps, adversely affecting the entire building as a whole. The cut tree is kept from unwinding by its protective layer.
If the log rounding technology is violated, they may subsequently be bent out of general structure, which will negatively affect the thermal insulation of the room and the aesthetic appearance of the house. Therefore, when purchasing such building material, you should carefully select its manufacturers.
Undried rounded logs before installation due to the lack of a protective layer during the first years of use will actively release moisture as a result natural drying. Such a house will be damp and uncomfortable.
To smooth out some of the shortcomings identified during the operation of such a building, a number of measures can be taken:
- Drying logs for up to 5 years before rounding will avoid increased moisture release and cracking;
- When assembling a log house from rounded logs, metal pins are installed ( Finnish technology) or staggered dowels, which will help reduce bowing and twisting of logs.
To avoid a fire hazard, a house made of rounded material should be treated with special fire-prevention impregnations, the installation of electrical wiring should be entrusted to professionals, and electrical appliances should be used carefully.
To prevent natural phenomena - sun, rain, wind, etc. - from destroying the logs, it is necessary to take timely care of the walls of the house: cladding, painting or varnishing.
Owners suburban areas Increasingly, rounded logs are being chosen for house construction. This is not surprising, because wood remains the most environmentally friendly and safe material. Just imagine how cozy and warm it is in a wooden house! Pleasant forest aroma and comfortable atmosphere, regular oxygen renewal and Fresh air indoors, beauty and environmental friendliness are not all the advantages of rounded logs.
If you haven't decided what material to build from Vacation home, or are still not sure whether you made the right choice, let's take a closer look at the pros and cons of rounded logs.
What are rounded logs
A rounded log is obtained by uniformly processing the trunk using modern woodworking machines. As a result, the edges of the logs are smooth and even without knots, and the trunks themselves are the same in radius and shape. This simplifies the laying of the material, and makes the structure graceful and elegant.
Universal building materials are suitable for the construction of spacious country cottage and compact country house, summer gazebo for relaxation and comfortable bath or saunas.
Larch and pine needles are used to make logs. Most best option- pine. This is a durable and affordable raw material, which is distinguished by its resistance to moisture, ease of processing and aesthetic appearance with an original pattern.
The MariSrub company harvests logs in the Republics of Mari El and Komi, in Kirov region. These regions are famous for their good, large and moisture-resistant forest.
The diameter of the logs varies and ranges from 160-320 mm. Dimensions depend on the purpose and region of construction. So, for a gazebo or a small country house, materials of small diameters are suitable. When building a house for permanent residence V middle lane Russia needs logs with a diameter of at least 240 mm, and for the northern regions - over 260.
Why do people choose houses made of rounded logs?
Safe and environmentally friendly clean materials have a positive effect on the condition and health of a person, do not cause an allergic reaction and create a favorable indoor microclimate.
Reviews from owners of houses made from rounded logs indicate savings when purchasing climate control equipment and organization of ventilation, because wood promotes rapid oxygen exchange and maintains a comfortable level of humidity in the room. A wooden house is warm in winter and cool in summer.
Such a house is distinguished by strength, reliability and durability. Due to its natural beauty, the tree does not need serious internal and exterior decoration, and the light weight of the material does not require an expensive and deep foundation. As a result, building a wooden house will be much cheaper than building a brick, block or other structure.
The disadvantages of buildings made from other materials are not only the high cost. Such houses take a long time to build, and in winter, brick construction will require additional special equipment. In addition, such premises are not at all environmentally friendly and require careful, time-consuming finishing.
New construction technologies, as well as ease of processing and installation of wood, contributes to the emergence of new interesting and original projects log houses. Today it's not easy traditional hut, and elegant and unusual cottages! Let's take a closer look at the advantages that a rounded log has.
Advantages of rounded logs
- The main advantages of the material lie in its environmental friendliness and naturalness. Wood does not emit hazardous substances, therefore it is safe and suitable for living with small children;
- Wood promotes oxygen exchange up to 30% per day, so there will always be fresh air in the room! It is comfortable to be in such a house and easy to breathe. In addition, wood promotes sound and healthy sleep;
- A rounded log does not require additional processing and is completely ready for construction. This saves time and money;
- The logs are easy to adjust and install. It makes it easier installation work and construction. Installation log house It will only take 3 days to 3 weeks depending on the complexity of the project!
- The light weight of wood will not require the use of an expensive massive foundation, which will have a positive effect on the final cost of construction;
- The natural beauty, texture and natural texture of materials will eliminate finishing and give the interior and façade an original, sophisticated look;
- Wood is easy to process and allows you to create interesting designs. For example, a house with a bay window (part of the building protruding beyond the facade) or a veranda in the shape of a rotunda (hexagon). This will add uniqueness and make the gazebo, bathhouse or house stand out against the background of other buildings. The MariSrub company represents many interesting projects houses and bathhouses made of rounded logs, which you can find at the link http://marisrub.ru/proekts/all-proekts;
- Due to the flat surface and identical shape of the logs, sound and heat insulation increases;
- Identical diameters of logs ensure a smooth surface of walls and ceilings, strength, hardness and durability of the structure. With high-quality construction and finishing materials wooden house will easily last 70-80 years!
Disadvantages of rounded logs
Any building material has pros and cons. Everyone knows that wood rots over time and is exposed to moisture, ultraviolet radiation, insects and other negative factors. external factors. However correct processing will easily hide imperfections and increase the life of the house.
The main disadvantages of a house made of rounded logs:
- Long shrinkage, which lasts about a year;
- The need to treat materials with special protective agents;
- The house requires additional care, so every 10-15 years you need to renew the wood coating with protective compounds.
Logs are treated with special antiseptics, antiperspirants and other means that protect the wood from insects, sun rays, moisture and even fire. In addition, special natural insulation materials are used during construction, which increase the thermal insulation qualities of a house or bathhouse. The above actions must be carried out by the experts of the MariSrub company!
If you choose the diameter incorrectly, then log house it might be cold. Therefore, be careful when choosing material sizes! In addition, a wooden house shrinks 8-10%. Therefore, it is possible to proceed to the installation of communication systems, interior and exterior decoration only after 6-12 months. This is exactly how much it takes to shrink the house.
Any natural material Natural moisture is subject to shrinkage, so in the future the logs may crack. Today there are special sealants that will prevent the formation of new cracks. Suitable materials for processing wooden walls will become acrylic sealant. It is environmentally friendly and safe material, which will protect the wood from moisture and cracking.
So the advantages natural materials cover the shortcomings. In addition, the disadvantages can be easily eliminated with the help of additional measures for wood processing and insulation of the building.
How to choose the right rounded logs
The appearance and durability of a building is directly affected by quality building materials. It is important to choose high-quality logs to avoid problems with your future home or bathhouse. When choosing, carefully check the products, carefully study the pros and cons of the product.
A high-quality rounded log is distinguished by the following characteristics:
- yellow or dark yellow color of the trunk;
- absence of wormholes and rot, mechanical damage and resin pockets, large knots;
- small natural defects and the presence of knots of small diameter are allowed;
- blanks of one type of wood and one diameter;
- smooth and untwisted trunks with a dense, even cut;
- At the end of each product there is a marking that indicates the specification;
- it is advisable to choose logs that were cut in winter period. In winter, the tree is more moisture resistant.
Pay attention not only to the product, but also to the company. Be sure to evaluate the pros and cons of the manufacturer. Find out where and how raw materials are harvested, where wood is brought from, delivery conditions and storage of products. Check the availability of certificates and, if possible, visit the production workshop.
The MariSrub company provides only high-quality logs manufactured in accordance with GOST standards. Storage, transportation, loading and unloading of materials is carried out in accordance with the rules for transporting timber and long cargo. Compliance with these rules prevents any damage or contamination of the surface of materials.
Construction of a house from a log
First, the customer decides on the project. At the MariSrub company you can order individual design or choose already ready-made option, where the architect and engineer will make changes depending on the client’s wishes and features land plot. Experts are studying the soil and soil, the possibilities of laying water supply, sewerage and electricity.
After the project is approved, the production of logs begins. Choose companies with their own production. Pros like this construction company in that she carefully monitors every stage of production and is responsible for the quality of raw materials. In addition, due to own production the company saves on delivery and intermediaries, which reduces the final cost of construction!
In the process of manufacturing lumber and components, a foundation is laid on the site. The choice and installation of the foundation depends on the type of soil on the site and the structure of the log house. After the construction of the foundation is completed, the wall kit of the house or log house is installed. Then craftsmen lay insulation and insulation, install the roof and process the wood inside. Finally, communication systems (electricity, plumbing, etc.) are installed and finishing is carried out.
Please note that the final finishing, installation of windows and doors is done no earlier than six months to a year after the installation of the log house! This time is needed for the tree to shrink.
The MariSrub company not only independently procures raw materials and produces rounded logs, but also offers turnkey construction of a wooden house. The company's craftsmen will build your dream home, where you can move in and live!