How am I framing the windows on the Log Cabin

Doors and windows aren't very flexible but a log wall is a dynamic wall system and it needs to be able to expand, contract and settle. The solution is a door or window buck that provides a fixed opening for the door or window while allowing the wall to move around it. Todays video looks at how I achieve these goals on the little homestead cabin.
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[@chewyakarieckenicholas6049]

I'm very thankful that you have decided to share your journey of building the cabin with us I'm excited to see what it looks like when you are done

[@lelandhawk6392]

I'm just glad I'm not the only one with sharpie marks on my level. Very informative with angle iron frame. That would do a much better job of keeping everything in line.

[@nickeacho7629]

Well dang John, you're the jack of all trades aren't ya? Looks good buddy.

[@tomcarlson3244]

It is satisfying to pitch the bracing as you move along in the project

[@SchysCraftCo.]

Wow John it's coming along nicely so far sir. Looking forward to seeing more updates, videos and projects soon John. Keep up the great craftsmanship and hard work my friend. Build On. Forge On. Fab On. Weld On. Keep forge lit. Keep Making. God bless.

[@hodwooker5584]

My son laughs at me for wearing the same hard hat system you are using. He laughs because i use the system when i am mowing the lawn with a riding mower. The ear protection is for the engine noise and the face shield is for the wind blown dust and grass clippings. The hard hat keeps ear muffs and face shield together. I do like the face shield being a screen instead of a scratched plastic. The screen also doesn’t glare like plastic will.

[@asdf9890]

That is one of the things I hate about mowing when it’s dry and dusty. You turn around only to get a face full of dust and grass!

[@timmienorrie]

Excellent. I loved the hammaxe. The nails didn't stand a chance. 👍

[@jeanpomerleau8416]

nice to see it coming along

[@jackdawg4579]

I'm amazed how easy you are drilling and sawing those old logs. i would have expected them to be as hard as iron!

[@olddawgdreaming5715]

It's looking good John, thanks for sharing with us, stay safe and keep having fun around there. Fred.

[@GWTX]

I love this project! Can’t wait to see your progress on it.

[@RRINTHESHOP]

Nice job John, look good. Now for the rest of the openings.

[@BlackBearForge]

That's the plan!

[@AtholIronworks]

Wow. This project is coming a long by leaps and bounds. It looks great so far keep it up.

[@Cleo8575]

Nice to see a Quality level on the job! Thanks for sharing your progress.

[@stevefarley7014]

The pines cabins getting some competition from the Switzer B&B😄

[@BlackBearForge]

We tried that once, it wasn't worth the trouble.

[@mountainwolf1]

Good morning john very nice work the cabin is coming along nicely. You seem to have the same ability as me you can do a little bit of everything. Thanks for sharing your progress with us all godbless and be safe.

[@cypherian9821]

Coming along well, I liked the last bit when you tossed the board out and had to lean out an look. I am betting just as you tossed it you weren't totally sure the camera would not be hit lol.

[@BlackBearForge]

I was a little worried about that.

[@brendanmulhall]

As a carpenter who has enjoyed your blacksmithing work immensely, I am loving these cabin videos! I've watched the progress slowly for years on your personal channel. Glad to see them being posted here. Also a question, John. Did you forge that rigging axe?

[@BlackBearForge]

No, its a Plumb axe

[@robsonsantosOSO]

I am very happy seeing this work and its good results. Thanks for showing the details of everything!

[@rbfcaf]

Looks great John.

[@BlackBearForge]

Thanks 👍

[@rickershomesteadahobbyfarm3291]

Looking nice!

[@howardmanuel]

I noticed you using Milwaukee M18 power tools. That has been my choice too.

[@BlackBearForge]

I have been very satisfied with them. Of course its hard to try other brands once you're invested in the batteries

[@anthonysutherland9487]

A striking similarity to Jed Clampet in that hat 😂

[@Stitchyuh]

you deserve more views

[@BlackBearForge]

Thank you, I appreciate the thought.

[@jasonscott7803]

👍✌️

[@GUNMETALGUYUSA]

👍🤠

[@tessyoung508]

Would there be any disadvantages to running say 4" structural wood screws through the buck and into the log ends?

[@FarmsteadForge]

Very nice John. What kind of blade did you use on your skill saw for cutting the metal? Thanks. We're building a bunkhouse this fall, it's new construction so it won't have the rustic character your old cabin does but I'm planning to forge a lot of the hardware to try to give it some character so I'll be checking out a lot of your forging videos on that. Thanks again!

[@BlackBearForge]

Its a carbide tooth metal cutting blade and the saw is a dedicated metal cutting saw I bought to break down 20 foot sticks of material so they fit on the rack. acmetools.pxf.io/3eE7QB

[@FarmsteadForge]

@@BlackBearForge Ok great, thank you for the information and the link!

[@stevenwilson3620]

I’m curious what blade you used to cut that angle iron? Thanks for letting us tag along

[@BlackBearForge]

The saw is a metal cutting circular saw with a carbide tooth blade. acmetools.pxf.io/3eE7QB I have been really impressed with how well it cuts.

[@ALyss6191]

Странный домик, щели смущают

[@glencrandall7051]

It's looking good. What will be used for the chinking? Thank you for sharing. Have a great day and stay safe.🙂🙂