All BUILDERS Agree These CABIN WALLS Are Way OVERKILL, What Do You Think ? | Engineer Builds Cabin

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[@michaelbradford4444]

Having framed for 35 yrs. it's easy to pick apart sub par work and (trust me) I do! I found your work above average and the nit picking isn't worth mentioning. What some call overkill is in your case - doing extra to insure a quality frame by a man who takes pride in his work. I hope you read this because rarely do I give out an ( attaboy) but you deserve it , good job and be safe!

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

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[@murraycampbell2698]

I see some overkill. Wasted lumber and the flap below the flooring

[@717UT]

Nice to see such a positive comment. I haven't been a carpenter as long as you, but I agree this fella put in some great work and built a nice little cabin.

[@bard44]

what a bunch of hogwash!

[@somethingoutdoors1412]

This isn't overkill. This is a cabin that says "mother nature? Winter? Bring it on" I would trust this cabin in the coldest winters with my family. Great build.

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[@dr2man]

Nice build, looks like your great-grandchildren will also be able to enjoy your cabin.

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Thanks !

[@patrickbass3542]

And, (God willing) he will enjoy his great-grandchildrenn enjoying the cabin and the surrounding nature!

[@lsucody3687]

This is far from a rookie its very skilled. I own a contracting business remodeling homes for a living. This is as good as any framer or carpenter it’s overbuilt which is a great thing

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thanks a lot! Great to hear from a skilled constructor, this is the first time I’m building something like that.

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

@John Tribuna indeed! A lot of viewers tend to forget that framing thicknesses of walls, floors and roof rafters can be governed strictly by insulation requirements in cold regions.

[@kurtsnyder3206]

I'm honestly most concerned with the energy loss through the lumber. Though you can certainly remedy that through your insulation method on the exterior. Excited to see the next video.

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thanks !

[@waynerick5755]

Wood is insulation 😊

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[@maggiesdad100]

While I think most people wouldn't go to this much expense, it's your cabin and I think you are doing a great job. Had me wondering at the first how you were going to lift the walls by yourself. Really a great idea on the lift! Waiting for the next episode.

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thanks a lot! The wall lifts really helped a ton

[@kevintakenaka6078]

I'm a builder, and I like the work you have done here. Super craftsmanship all around. You have plenty of thickness for insulation. If you had gone with 2x4 walls and put 4 inches of rigid on the outside, you would then obviously have to adapt how you fasten your cladding, plus you'd have challenges if you wanted to fasten anything heavy to the outside walls. Now you can either clad the wall as is, or put a thin layer of rigid on the outside to help mitigate thermal bridging, if you choose to do so. To say that it's overkill doesn't really factor in the diverse advantages that you have gained or the problems you have overcome. Plus, it just feels great to have a rock solid structure!! 👍👍👍👍

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Kevin, really appreciate your comment and hearing from a pro. Thanks !

[@paulsiso7734]

I thought I was a badass doing an entire fence job myself, but you sir are a machine. Amazing work!

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Wow, thanks!

[@NoetherPoint]

Your wall lifting system is pretty slick. Nice work.

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Thanks!

[@shaharben]

It's a flammable bunker

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

😂 are you saying I should have built it 100% out of concrete ?

[@shaharben]

@@TheDIYCabinGuy 🤣Amazing! so that's what was going in your head!!! And it looks awesome!!!

[@kaddish1679]

I understand that this is sturdy but a 2x6 has an R-value of 6.88 and it looks like about 30% of that wall is wood. After windows and doors this is going to be like an R-12 wall unless you add 4” of foam. When we rebuilt our cabin, energy efficiency was one of our main goals. Not only is it more comfortable we don’t have to deal with all the “critters” we had before.

[@johnj5985]

If your cabin is in an earthquake zone, your structural strength is hard to beat. If a cold northern zone, any excess thermal bridging could be assessed, then retrofitted with insulation board at a later time, if needed. Great idea to extend the sheeting down for maximum rigidity. Awesome construction technique and attention to detail!

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thanks!

[@BillGerovasilis]

Great viewing. You really build things super strong and very smart forward thinking aswell.

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thanks a lot!

[@aallerd]

Friends of mine over built their home in Lake Tahoe. They survived the epic snow fall. Depending on your location, being aware of those loads, and wind being another factor. I think this isn’t over kill.

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thanks Annie !

[@miguellagos1621]

Gracias por los planos me llegaron.te felicito por tu cabaña una gran obra👏👏👏.un saludo desde Chile 🤝

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Thanks a lot!

[@paulshores2188]

As long as you were wearing a seatbelt, I think if that cabin tumbled down a hill, you’d definitely be fine. Then rent a crane and set it back on some piers and good to go. Idk where you’re building and that’d probably never happen, but man what an incredibly strong structure.

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Paul, I’m in western NC which is considered a high wind zone per code, I’m also in a climate zone 5 region which actually governs the size of the framing for insulation purposes (2x6 walls, 2x10 floor joists, 2x12 rafters).

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

@@ShadyD365 I do! Still went though several county inspections, foundation, framing, plumbing, electrical, shower pan, hvac. I wanted to get everything permitted properly so that I would get a certificate of occupancy and also that the value of this cabin would be recognized and then increase significantly the value of my house next to it now that it will have this adu next to it.

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

@@ShadyD365 if I want to do everything legally then yes. Let’s say I built this cabin with no inspection and didn’t get caught. Let’s say I ever wanted to sell my house with this non-permitted cabin behind it, people would ask about it, they’d pull the record and figure out it was never permitted, that would negatively affect the value of the my house and cabin. I mean, what’s the point of spending so much money for a cabin if it doesn’t increase my value property, that’d be a big waste in my opinion. Also, without a properly permitted structure, I surely wouldn’t be able to rent it on airbnb. I mean I could but if anything happened, I would be in much more trouble. Doing it without permit is fine I guess if you’re building an off grid cabin in the middle of nowhere which will be only for personal use. It comes down to your county/city rules, if I had built a much, much smaller cabin. I think I wouldn’t have needed a permit, like 100 SF and smaller.

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

@@ShadyD365 Tennessee is very relaxed about these sort of things, don’t quote me on it, but I think you might not have to pull permits at all over there.

[@ogs.i.c.k6263]

Now this is a well structured house💯

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[@jerryf609]

Looking forward to new progress. Ive learned a lot from you

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[@bobcat9314]

The kid knows his x's & o's....and I know he is floating on a cloud 1000' about this earth... These videos make me smile...

[@midwesternoutdoorsandnatur8272]

I’m an overkill guy as well. I built a cabin that size and used 2x4 walls to save cost and add sf. Treated floor joists and ring shank pole barn spikes in the walls in place of 16 p nails.

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Nice!

[@davidsonfamily5657]

Can't really say without knowing your location and subsequent snow loads and wind loads. But, better to overbuild and not have to worry. We built our log house in central Ontario with a 12:12 roof and 2x12 rafters. Never regretted it. Nice work, both building and filming. John

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thank you John! Mostly every framing (floor joist, wall studs, roof rafters) were upsized by insulation requirements. For instance, 2x12 rafters are not necessary from a structural standpoint but absolutely necessary to meet the R38 insulation requirement. Thank you for being considerate, a lot of people jump to conclusions without understanding the full picture.

[@colinhogan5469]

This was an absolute pleasure to watch. Thanks for sharing.

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thanks Colin! There will be more Timelapse’s like these coming soon

[@patrickarchuleta9594]

God bless you and your family your work is second to none keep at it looks sensational

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thanks Patrick!

[@Sweetlyfe]

I’m no builder, but I’ve read your comments about where you are and your wind zone and building codes, good for you, I wish I had half your commitment and skill with measuring and a functional back. it’s far better to over build something than under build it imho. The amount of insulation you will be able to put in will make your cabin so comfortable and you will need less heating and cooling. Besides a bushfire your place will survive anything. Great job, hi from Australia. I have subbed.

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thanks a lot Jacques!

[@mattfreeman3557]

Very well done. One suggestion is double the bottom window frame also so wide trims have plenty to nail to.

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thanks for the tip!

[@biblicaltheologyexegesisan9024]

yes way over kill but that is the joy of making your own decisions love it

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[@richardprofit6363]

also..thanks for the lesson on how to raise a wall by yourself (I had to slow play speed to.25 to see what you were doing) that was excellent..

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Richard, I have made step by step episodes where I explain everything I have done and showing all the details if you wanted to see how I did everything. Check out the rest of my channel.

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@@TheDIYCabinGuy thanks..I subscribed and will do that..I'm thinking seriously about building a cabin/tiny house...

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

@@richardprofit6363 it can be challenging but it’s been such a rewarding project!

[@richardprofit6363]

@@TheDIYCabinGuy I bet..thanks..now I have to watch all your videos !

[@WoodnessGoodness]

Yea baby!

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Man, people love those Timelapse’s video, really boosted my channel with the last one!

[@WoodnessGoodness]

@@TheDIYCabinGuy oh yea! All it takes is one video to take off!

[@anonymous_friend]

I like the wall lift idea. Well done.

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thanks!

[@peterdnreynolds777]

Brilliant work and excellent video!!

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Many thanks!

[@peterdnreynolds777]

@@TheDIYCabinGuy you're most welcome, watching your videos from across the pond in England. Hope all is well, take care

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

@@peterdnreynolds777 nice ! Thanks

[@brianriley9259]

Genius lifting idea!

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thanks!

[@ItsThicc]

Great work. This is motivating 👏🏿 👌 🙌

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thanks !

[@SilviaBatalla-o1f]

Your work is clean and professional

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

I tend to be very meticulous indeed 😄

[@shauniepopham7882]

Your no rookie mate u have experience definitely shows in your work ethic and good trade skills

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

First project ever though

[@Joe.0oo]

Don't need to beat a dead horse about the R-value of wood, but damn this thing is strong and will last!!! Plus the added insulation volume from this wall thickness will do fine playing catchup. Love the way you built it, and thanks for the awesome content!

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thanks a lot!

[@coalacorey]

Much respect, looking forward to the next timelapse!

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Thanks! It will come out in a few weeks

[@justintaylor174]

Love the videos. I really enjoy watching the ingenuity in your videos.

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thanks Justin, appreciate it!

[@dannyl6507]

Use insulation board instead of osb when sandwiching your headers because alot of heat loss is at headers.

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

👍 thanks

[@nathansherman5922]

at first i was thinking its a lil overkill with all that material around the header, and i was thinking of the cost of materials lately. you can build strong with a lil less lumber but then i got thinking that you did this because your engineer mind dictated this... lol. pleasure watching this!!!

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Lol you got that right !

[@viscid09]

I’m very inspired by your work. Can I ask you a question why you left a nail thick space between the plates an 4:54 and also in floor in previous video? I’m watching your work form Germany and would like to recreate your style of building but here the Gouverment and restrictions are really tough. How is this in you country? Do you need a architect proved plan for statics and allowed for your department of building? 😃 best regards from German

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thanks ! The spacing is needed for expansion and contraction of the panels. Here in the USA, in my county, there is not much restrictions. I needed plans but it was pretty basic.

[@viscid09]

@@TheDIYCabinGuy Thank you for answering :) I undersand so the wood can expand in warm period... I didn´t know that OSB plates could expand because of adhensive that are addet during the production process. So you can simply just buy some land and build basiclly any type of house? This is freaking amazing!

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

@@viscid09 yep if you’re outside of the city and no HOA, you can do what you want

[@withinreach5508]

Great stuff!!!

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thanks!

[@TexasRaised87-u2y]

That was a very cool design to lift the walls.

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thanks! It was pretty scary for the two side walls doing it alone.

[@denisesachs7620]

Haven't seen the entire video but my concern right now is the weather and the particle board from the underneath up through the floor. Moisture and weather. But, he's amazing to watch.

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

It was a challenge trying to keep it as dry as possible up until the point I got the metal roof on

[@danobrien3695]

That's a nice solid build.

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thanks Dan !

[@Fireinthelake]

This ain't a cabin, this is a house! Good work 👏🏻

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Thank you!

[@wotandonner4336]

Super Arbeit, mein Freund!! Hut ab👌👍

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Thanks!

[@knolltop314]

It'll be there for years and years.

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

I hope the grand kids will get to enjoy it as well 😀

[@Bryan46162]

Ultimately, I don't want to dump on you because I also love to over-engineer stuff. Besides, it's your cabin and it's most definitely NOT going to fall down under ANY snow load. Your workmanship is also top notch! Having said that I do feel the need to point out that there comes a point where such a design is simply a pure waste of money, time, resources and will likely result in a building envelope that thermally under-preforms due to thermal bridging. Maybe this doesn't matter for the use case you have in mind, but I do feel that in this case a little less would have been more...

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Agreed! You live you learn!

[@samuelbose1493]

Turning out to be one hell of a cabin for sure

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

👍

[@hikewazowski69]

Great work!

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thanks Dan!

[@hermano4242]

That ain’t overkill! Do you want it to be as sturdy as hell? Do you want it to last? Do you want so much insulation you can heat the place with a couple of pets?😂 Go big, sir. Go big. We’re all cheering you on.

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thanks 😀

[@jinushaun]

I like your style. Mark everything.

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thanks !

[@vrod1a]

Very skillful work 👍

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thanks a lot 😊

[@SnakeHandler-g7u]

I hope you're doing exterior insulation.

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Nope, I wanted to but was going to complicate everything

[@chuckyfowler5124]

I built home for 26 years. I think this guy did a great job, congrats to him nice cabin

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Great to hear from someone experienced! Thanks

[@raymondlong3024]

Only thing I saw that I might question, other than enough kickers and jacks to hold up a dump truck, lol, is why no bolts or screws in bottom plate to floor? Unless of course you're using ring shanks.

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Yeah just nails typically, also keep in mind that sheathing in the outside does overlap past the bottom plate onto the beams

[@gw10758]

Now I understand why you did not insulate the floor before raising the walls. This is seasonal.... STILL insulation may have been advised.... that way you can get winter rentals also...

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

I did insulate the floor, once the roof was up. It is for winter use as well.

[@kennethbarber438]

like your solid corners. Saves having to fill the bay with insulation that will get wet before roof is on.

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

I mean it’s still an energy bridge loss but hopefully, won’t be terrible

[@L0rdEsedess]

@The DIY Cabin Guy - Just came across your Video & was just curious as to why you didn't add any type of air seal between the bottom floor & the bottom plates?

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Like silicon ? You mean under the bottom plate?

[@Toxicgamerdog]

It depends on what wheather your dealing with an if your thinking about selling it later, if everything exceeds code and is solidly built that looks good on a listing, idk about renovation though

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thanks !

[@JOHNTHE8TH1]

Solid build

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Thanks !

[@etchediniron4249]

And the little piggy huffed and he.... said ah screw it, I can’t blow that over

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

😂😂😂

[@wolfsbaneworkshop9776]

Joined the email list. Would mind sending the cost per stage of this project? Thank you

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

You’ll have to wait until the next monthly newsletter, should be in about 10-15 days. Thanks

[@DennisDural]

Dangggg! One man power!!!

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

😀😀😀

[@jbman413]

I like it. Yeah I'm just a novice jack of all trades. I think this is cool!

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thanks !

[@davidgriego278]

All the Compliments you have received, and will continue to receive, are more than justified! WOW!! The detail in your Construction is A-1. Thank You for these Super Videos! Enjoy your accomplishments; You deserve it!😊😊😊

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Wow, thank you!

[@sajidrafique375]

Thanks for the blueprint. Do yo have any for may be a 16X20 room without toilet where i could park my car ?

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Sorry, no

[@janwanrooij5365]

Ha I watch a lot on KZbin of how you build houses or sheds. Now I often see that the carpenters often nail three or more together. Why are you doing this, isn't it more convenient to use complete beams. This saves on sawing and nailing together. Greetings

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Much less heavy to deal with

[@wdavidortiz]

pretty cool stuff. Can anyone answer why do the nails go between the OSB/Plywood? what does the spacing do?

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Allows for thermal expansion and contraction of the sheets of OSB, it’s actually written on the sheet itself that 1/8” spacing is needed at both ends

[@wdavidortiz]

Great thanks a lot, that's really good to know! Great video as well!!! @@TheDIYCabinGuy

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

@@wdavidortiz thanks a lot !

[@donuts360]

You going to park your pickup on the second floor or something? lol seriously great job

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

😂😂😂 I guess I could

[@geneh831]

No weather barrier/ rot prevention on an exposed base structure? Beautiful build so far, just curious is all.

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

I used tarps as much as I could but it still got wet, thankfully it just dries up.

[@Frenchboyys]

All I have to say is got dam! Love it thanks, I'm ready to build now lol

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

DO IT! 😄

[@manuel-lobo1988]

Great job my friend, solid like a rock, just wondering how much would you spend on material building something like that bunker?

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

If you get the free blueprint (link in description), you’ll be added to my emailing list where I send a monthly newsletter where I breakdown all my costs so far.

[@manuel-lobo1988]

@@TheDIYCabinGuy thanks a lot.

[@bikinglikebecker]

That back wall to the woods needs a big bay window and i think the roof should be dropped below the façade, kind of like on a movie set so that the front face extends above the roof a bit. I also think the structural roof "Triangles" on the front & back walls, should have been built "in addition" to the lower body installing a "runner" or Sil point across the top of the wall structure.. I think Timbers have to be used as a minimum to be considered a Cabin, though this is pretty much the same thing and probably a bit easier to manage building. Not like I am out building Cabins, but that is just what i think.. 😁 Great Job, nonetheless.. I am not a fan of OSB(wet), I would prefer cedar planks to remove that exterior as a weak point.

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thanks !

[@ee232jensen]

Is’s absolut OK. Rather to strong, than to week? 😉👍💪

[@colognelotion4260]

As a builder myself...its ok to overkill materials you use in a build...just make sure of your base post can hold or withstand the load of what your building in the long term...

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thanks

[@hirambike]

Just not comment, for me was the Fabulous Carpenter work. The best!!

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Wow, thank you!

[@chimrichalds1422]

Hi internet, why does he put nails in between the tongue and groove osb? I realize its a spacer but i thought they should interlock?

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Spacer goes on the panel ends, the other two long sides have the tongue and groove

[@robertszyszynski7959]

GOOD JOB .

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thanks !

[@denniscarreno5882]

Simply ingenuous….

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thanks Dennis!

[@aallerd]

I think its the first time i have seen someone go above and beyond in a foundation. I hate builders who skimp on this stage of any build.. i did my own outdoor fencing, a decade later its still solid.

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Yep, the most important part of any building !

[@Intell3ctualProperty]

is that treated would on the ground? I hope so

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Yep

[@mr1enrollment]

Well I suspect by many measures this is over built - but as an EE myself I go for the "when in doubt - build it stout - like the things I know about". Probably very expensive but it is the way I would choose to build also. I built a Gazebo that my architect friend said would withstand a hurricane.

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

👍

[@mr1enrollment]

@@TheDIYCabinGuy are you an ME?

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

@@mr1enrollment MS

[@ourwilliam2405]

It’s not overkill at all, it’s the way it should be

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thanks!

[@alabastardmasterson]

Engineers that couldn't build a birdhouse love this video. But, seriously well done and are you the 4th little pig that's house survived the apocalypse?

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

😂

[@johnbeckwith8313]

Excellent video showing cabin construction. From the comments many people do not understand what is required to build a well-engineered structure! You need to start with an engineered foundation and a thorough understanding of the required framing the load path from top to bottom. You also need to take into consideration potential decay to prevent any future water infiltration. Energy conservation is a must. WELL DONE! Keep up the good work!

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thanks a lot John! Great to get everyone’s opinions

[@rafihijo14]

What kind of work do you do that honed your skills in to build this all by yourself? Incredible job man! Im jealous 😂

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Structural engineer by day so I knew the theory behind things and details about his things should typically be, never built anything like that before though. This was a first.

[@Sweetlyfe]

@@TheDIYCabinGuy Well it’s very impressive you should be really proud of your work.

[@envy425]

How many years of experienxe do you have to have to not be a rookie where you live? Also great craftsmanship. Youre skilled in your trade.

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Jeremy, this is the first time I ever built anything. So sure I do a whole lot of research on best practices but I have no prior building experience.

[@ScottieBMan]

Thing is precisely over-built and and Love It

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thanks ! I like my cabin solid !

[@JeanLucCoulon]

No insulation for the floor?

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Waiting to have the roof on first otherwise the insulation would have been drenched and destroyed by now

[@johnnybravo964]

Does insulation come later or just no insulation?

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Yes, comes much later

[@georgefortlauderdale]

That cabin will withstand a grizzly attack. Good work. 👍

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thankfully we only have black bears here 😂

[@darrylkenes7424]

Like you I have over the years been accused of overbuilding everything I make. However, it’s a shame you don’t have any friends to help.

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

😭

[@SilviaBatalla-o1f]

I’d love for you to build my home I’ve seen many builds but your amazing 😊

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thanks 😊

[@richardwhite4277]

three, four and looks like even five 2 x 6's sandwiched together is going to cause too much thermal bridging for my liking ( and a waste of material for such a small structure ) please explain you reasoning, snow load, hurricane/tornado area, avalanche, earthquake or nuclear bomb threat ?

[@johnnybravo964]

Might as well have used pressure treated wood to continue with the overkill trend 😆 Awesome build!

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

😂

[@brettsherman7810]

I have no problem with over building. But if you’re going to use a lot of extra lumber why not make a split 2x4 wall which would be better insulated?

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

People just typically do 2x6 walls in this area

[@virgiliuconstantin314]

you are the best

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thanks !

[@wymple09]

I'm a big fan of overkill, sooo.....it's great

[@TheDIYCabinGuy]

Thanks !