Off Grid LOG CABIN Build / Setting LOFT LOGS in Place With Only HAND TOOLS (S3 Ep7)

I've been working a lot more with hand tools lately and I decided to do all the notching of the floor joists in the loft only using hand tools. There's nothing more satisfying than seeing a perfect fit between logs when dropping it in place for the first time. I also wanted to bring back a bit of raw logs into the loft as I've closed the most of the log structure of the roof.
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[@olevegn]

A solid man, building a solid house. Respect from Norway 🇳🇴🇳🇴🇮🇱

[@timofeyserikof8397]

I love working with wood, and I love watching you work Nik. Your log house is made in the Slavic traditions and, of course, with the use of new building materials. Your log scraper deserves special attention. It makes it possible to draw and fit the logs to each other with incredible accuracy!

[@klazyy641]

Impressive, Nik! When I saw you cutting (what I was calling an 'interlocking notch') the saddle notch, I immediately knew the function but had never seen such a cut before. Kudos to you and your incredible knowledge and skill with a saw and chisel. Your home is looking fantastic and every nook and cranny will sing out "Made by Nik Rijavec in his prime"!

[@DancerOfClouds]

Nik I had to laugh when you said you had to test your "patience" You must be the most patient man alive because you do not ever compromise your dream/vision. Awesome work

[@andreisharma]

These craft skills are a meditation, they make you more patient as you do them more.

[@j-ch8787]

This is exactly what a handy job makes yu learn. Silent and patience.( I followed prestigious university cursus.. Then I worked as upper social category jobs for 5 years. Too borring) . I followed a first educational program as a cabinet maker (2d was as a site building conductor) ... There I realised I had to forget all what I learned before. And... SHUT my fuckin' mouth... Listen... Look... And... Think ! Ask questions. A long path to humility and basic values yu only can learn in workshop on the bench... Observing questionning and getting pleasure in very thin "gains" / valuations yu succeed to obtain with yur skills. Long long path... But then yu know "who yu are". When in a workshop a guy (as good as yu succeede to become) is coming... Stand silent... Look slowly to yur renovation work on an old chest of drawers 18th c. With intarsia... Very expensive furniture. And after a half hour... Look at yu... And just put his thumber up with a smile instead he had "stops" (to evaluate how yu worked and solutions which were possible) on particular points... where yu had difficulties... But was able to understand yu made the best... Then yu know the price of "Schweisse Tröpfen and Blut" (tears and blood) as used to say my Oma (gran ma)... yu passed through during years long. After such experience durind 12 years or more.... yu look at the world with other glasses... Price of everything "sounds" differently. Yu never come back in superficial consumerist world. Cose yu learned the real price... Of everything. And it s a way to some more spiritual mood in yur path of life. Especially if yu are able to Consider the very long path of humanity generations long... to offer us our knowledges and comfort. Carpentry is a good way to approach these "paths of life"... Any handy job I guess...

[@fiatmoneyeater8568]

I love to watch you with what a calmness and concentration you solve the most different tasks and show many people how one can create everything with an inner balance if one only wants it. You have my highest respect. U are a very great Master of everything belongs. I wish u and your Family the best from my Heart Thank you Nik and happy "Pfingsten" we say in Austrian PS: The Headcamera is ok and a new view on the things but not to long scenses the Viewers become motionsicknes

[@fiatmoneyeater8568]

One more note. A "Behind the scenses" video is always very popular on YT. You can show how difficult it is to position the camera, then go away to film a scene and reposition the camera. Such a video is always well received

[@harryinhuahin1272]

I have been following this from the beginning and have been astonished at what you have acchieved... but... now you have suppassed yourself...! Fitting these three logs was an incredible display of your expertise - ingenuity, patience, persistence, skills... and to do all this single-handed is just unbelievable. If you had not made these vlogs (slight 'pun' there...) nobody would ever have known what you have achieved. This is my favourite YT vlog... Thank you.

[@heathmix3204]

I have watched this projects since the very first episode, and you never fail to impress. I agree that the use of hand tools is really satisfying, and it is also possible to be much more precise. I was growing annoyed watching another build who was making more work for himself using power tools rather than just simply grabbing a chisel and hammer. You do good work Nik.

[@trevoC132]

The only way to make this project more epic is if is great grandfather planted all those trees himself in preperation for this project.

[@glennwilck5459]

He actually did he said it in an earlier video 😅

[@Ron-ei5eh]

What impresses me the most is that everything is straight and level in the end!

[@ndcovidproject9921]

the tenacity and patience with which you do the tasks you set forth each day just boggle my mind. How much of your work is also meditation, to calm your mind of the chaos of the day? I wonder how many of us, your viewers, would still be moving forward, and how many of us would have quit? Been watching since the first episode. Can't wait to see what the finish looks like. Do you have other buildings planned for the site?

[@jonhamilton5789]

You are a true artisan and engineer. Love the cabin.🇨🇦

[@thomasdiebold8165]

Hello Nick, From France with my boys Oscar and Zacharie, 5 and 3 years old. We love watching your videos during afternoon snack. They are an amazing opportunity to talk about so many things, from the four seasons, to the colors of the sky, to the various tree species and obviously the so many steps of house building. Thank you so much for doing this. Here is a message in french directly from my boys: Salut Nick, on joue à construire ta maison avec les coussins du salon, et on fait semblant que les grands coussins c'est les bois et les petits coussins c'est la mousse. I tried to keep it as close as it came from them. Best

[@TheShorebird]

Wow, the whole building shook when that log rolled over to the flat side! This place is built like a fortress. Excellent craftsmanship.

[@stevejohnson1685]

An earth-shattering kaboom! kzbin.info/www/bejne/qmranoqQl9eSrbM

[@andrasbenyovszki788]

It' amazing! Your pation and craftmanship are more amazing mate. Greatings from Hungary!!

[@paprikadesign3339]

I`m a hungarian living in Australia. I never met a Slovenian before, then a year and a half ago I had to find a sport massage therapist, so I found this lady who is Slovenian and is an amazing person. Then I went snowboarding for the first time in my life, ended up in Rogla, Slovenia. Amazing place. Then I started looking for offgrid videos, stumbled upon all these Slovenian guys with the most incredible woodworking skills. Who knows, maybe I`m part Slovenian :D Good on you Nik, love watching your videos, keep up the good work!

[@Venividivici55555]

The only problem with us Slovenians is that we as a country are so small and that's the main reason not enough people really knows us or our very nice country. I can tell you we are very knows for our woodworking and much else skills:) I am 1 hour away with car from Rogla so i very much understand why you like it so much:)

[@JDSFML]

I could watch this for 10 hrs a day everyday. Love the work and the workmanship you put into everything you do!!

[@Hyliner1983]

Nik you are one outstanding craftsman with a lot of patients, I commend you, good work

[@ninafodale]

I just can't wait until the loft is finished, your attention to detail blows me away, I'm so happy for you and your family that gets to live in this Marvelous Cabin! 🙏❤️

[@stanleychan2367]

I respect Nik Rijavec One man building his own big house. I had see no other man build as big as his.

[@nancynicholson616]

Hello from Canada Must be summer where you are. I have been following the shipwrights in Brazil on Sailing Yaba. I was blown away by their skill and ingenuity, and then I discovered you. What is it with South Americans. I can't believe the skill, determination, dogged strength, and artistry that goes into your work. I can't stop watching you. I love that you involve the kids, but I do worry working alone you might injure yourself. I particularly enjoy the moments that you stop and enjoy where you live and the spectacular vista's near you home. Your joy in snowshoeing is delightful.iPart of my enjoyment is trying yo figure out what you are going to create with whatever you are working on. I was dumbfounded how you raised those trusses and never thought you'd get that table through the door by yourself. What imagination and heart. I am amazed I am a 71 women glued

[@2317354727]

What you have accomplished there is nothing less than magnificent. How you have man handled those enormous logs is just amazing. It is going to be beautiful when completed. You can be very proud of yourself. Bless you and your family in your new home. Patricia Lee from Michigan in the United States.

[@VeteranxxxINF]

You are an example to humanity. Your abilities astound me. You are resourceful, dedicated, committed and never give up. You can truly be proud of what you have accomplished. But above all your character is above reproach. You are one fine gentleman. Thank you for taking me along on this unbelievable journey of yours. May GOD always bless and protect you. Thank you

[@jerrellkull5347]

You never cease to amaze me. Thank you Nik.

[@mdhebert]

A very satisfying stage to be at. Feels great to watch these pieces go up, and it's not even my house. :)

[@burremurre8704]

I have been watching you since the beginning. You are not like the rest of youtube-builders. You are a one-man-machine. You are my idol.

[@j-ch8787]

Tks for showing what a single man can built... Alone. Makes think to my ancestor a Tirolian masonry and carpentry master who used to built a house in a year. Alone ! in lorraine France (close to german boarder) just after the 30 years religious war 1636 /1668. I found one house still standing... the third he made. His annual rythm was "a house / a kid" during decades !!! And tks for this strange mvt I appreciated as a cabinet maker myself : when yu finished to put in place a vertical beam.. Yu spent a short time to... Caress it. I am used to do same on furniture with my eyes (apreciating the reflect of sunlight on french varnish) and with my hands to appreciate the shapes... Round... holes.. Flat surfaces. Nice job yu did...

[@charleslarge9033]

I have been impressed with the raising of the first center pole .It was nice to see someone take their time and use simple physics to accomplish hard tasks You are a Rock Star in my book. keep up the excellent work .I 'm praying for you and your family to stay safe . admirer in Ocala , FL.

[@Urpuss]

That wooden notch was a thing of beauty, looked like you had threaded a 4x4 through the log.

[@paulinehicks8792]

You've done an amazing job, i cant tell you how much i've enjoyed watching this. Its been so enjoyable through lockdown.

[@portugalonawingandaprayer473]

What amazing work ... time and patience for those joints has paid off ... well done ... 🙏☘️😘

[@tessabristow1383]

My God, I was gritting my teeth when you had to lower the end into that narrow cut out!!!! Perfection!

[@clatz13]

"Good test of patience" ... dude, your patience is off the charts, no test required :-)

[@THEINNERCRITIC]

My Husband is also from Apace, Slovenia and he is very much like Nik... Has amazingly talented!.. So much patience & has a Calmness that's hard to find..and a crazy determination to get stuff done no matter what!. I believe it comes from Slovenia or just being from this beautiful country that is so understated x

[@MrFoamheart]

Working with your hands, its a labor of love. It's satisfying the work, and at the end of the day so gratifying. You may sometimes forget and wonder why you wanted to drain the swamp, but those days pass. Its like therapy only less expensive and it works everyday.

[@LostManFishing]

Such an amazing journey to witness, thanks for letting us see it all 💪👍💪

[@pattimuscarella6369]

Have watched since the first logs were set. I've watched other long going up and none of the finish work with his precise as yours! I love that you have the patience and demand excellence in your work! My grandfather was a contractor in Des Moines, Iowa, back in the 40s and 50s when they were still doing lath and plaster. He would have been impressed by your precision! So impressive, Nik! From California, USA! A 78 year old grandma!

[@garceo56]

Great job Nik! It's amazing how you manage to bring those logs up and mount it to perfection!!!

[@panicattack8420]

You are not human Nick. You are a Machine!😁👍

[@digitaIgorilla]

It's all coming together now!

[@vikings844]

The precision in those hand chiseled cuts is amazing! Great work!

[@mikeecker146]

You are a true craftsman! Thanks for the explanation. Greetings from Minnesota, USA. 🇺🇸 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 🇳🇴

[@mab4195]

man, the work you're doing it's AMAZING!!!

[@robertschreckenbach596]

Can someone PLEASE tell me how anybody can Thumbs Down, Nic's Videos!?! I just don't get it! They most be completely Lazy and Jealous of what this guy is accomplishing! Absolutely unbelievable! We enjoy your Uploads every week Nic, keep them coming! I can't wait to see this completed and what you might have in store for us next!! Peace Brother and enjoy Life!

[@cedarcanoe]

I have been following from the beginning, totally impressed!

[@elliotazus6258]

Hi Nik, Very clever on cutting the joints and explaining the reason for not using the chainsaw. Thank you for sharing. God bless and take care from California.

[@laudecirazamai6990]

I am from Brazil and I have been following this construction since the beginning, and look that your way of working is not for anyone, my congratulations for the work of the cabin

[@edmo43]

Good morning friend, There is no better motivation than to enjoy your videos. Thank you for sharing this wonderful project you are immersed in!👍

[@Mr5si]

I started to watch this channel maybe 3 years ago. And I don’t know what will I do if the project will be finihsed. Exelent job, at all!!! And its inspired me, that only one man can do, from the log installing to nowadays. If I see the videos I would believe I can do anything with my two hands (and hard work) Bless to you and your family!

[@colbyjarrett925]

Wow Nick, beautiful jointery. That was a great idea to lower and retain strength in the beam. Keep these great productions coming. Stay blessed in all you do.

[@jameshaynie4570]

Sure glad you got those logs up there without breaking any of the glass. I love the tenon fit of your logs, that's great ingenuity, locks everything in place solidly.

[@dadcanufixit]

Necessity is the mother of invention and you my friend are a very inventive man. I have had so much pleasure just watching you achieve so much in this build just by your own endeavour. Thank you for sharing

[@mattinieminen9826]

Everything you do with those heavy logs, you think twice or more. All that skill of build loghouse seems to be heritage our grandfathers👍

[@joepaul2554]

I have been watching your build from the beginning. I am so impressed with your patience, perseverance and attitude during the entire build! You have also become a master craftsman which is even more impressive! Congratulations on great work!! FORZA! 💪🏼

[@1957jmhiser1]

Beautiful notches. It amazes me how much one person can accomplish with determination. It's going to be a beautiful home. You know, a place like that in the States with the land would sell for several million dollars.

[@j-ch8787]

"Beautiful house".. Did yu notice how he caressed slowly a beam after putting it in place? We are doing this cabinet maker on a furniture when our french varnish is achieved. And my girl friend in Paris said once "pouh... How caressing are yu honey" (I couldn t let her walking in the street without keeping a hand on her skin every second... Ha ha ha!) and as I was stocked by her remark and felt a little bit shamy cose I never realised it could be uncomfortable for her... my reaction was "do yu remember I told yu I was previouly a cabinet- maker... A restorator ?... We are all time long caressing everything around us... with our eyes... And with our hands. Professional "default" /deformation my dear !" She laught and then replied "uuum... Do yu think I am a chest of drawers ?"... " well... if so... An " arbalete" one could fit yu for sure !" I was pleased of my reply : it was a true compliment to her nice body... (" arbalete" is a kind of chest of drawers with round double shapes on drawers facades and round shape everywhere and on sides of the furniture Louis XV) (she was a very nice person typically parisian upperclass woman.... with a true female body with...nice "shapes" )... We laught a lot...together. She never asked me to stop my behavior...in fact I guess she was pleased of my discrete attention to her. When yu love, yu do things with yur deep inconscience. Even at work...

[@bernardpaillet8258]

I could watch you for hours, so fascinating what you do is, you have a courage overflowing with an impressive thoroughness, and all this with simple hand tools ... your chalet will be warm and beautiful, I can't wait to see you again for a new video. I'm making an effort this time I'll translate you into English. Since your first video, I have been watching you and each video has been compelling since that day. Well done to you and see you soon. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍😘😉

[@jonathanvahl1667]

Your work on this house is inspirational. I love watching your videos! Keep up the amazing work!

[@peter121272]

Oh my goodness, that last beam has a really nice fit🤗😎

[@jamesculp3622]

Ingenuity, Inspiration and intrigue. When I saw you put that triangle up to override the elevation challenge, I thought that was the sweet spot of today's video, and then you created that saddle cut !!!! When you rolled it over and it fit like a glove, OMG! The work you put into these video's and your projects help me throughout the day, when I feel like "O Fuck This!" I think well "WWND" (What would Nic Do?). And I stop walk away, rethink the challenge and move on. A little bit better every day, cause a guy like you, I don't know, is working on a project, on the other side of the world, inspiring me to do better. Thank you

[@gvid90]

You sir are an incredible master of your craft. Very glad to have watched this project from the start. It's been very entertaining and inspiring. Great work 👍🏼

[@me1dor]

You are an inspiration Nik

[@jemo_hack]

Wow, that is a awesome joinery with the logs, wish you had a vido on that alone, very interesting. Thank you once more for opening up you build to us all!

[@kululv]

as with anything else you do, but I was just amazed when you stood up the front log and it just slipped in to place with a gently tap and it fit absolutely perfect!

[@groundhog8148]

Wow lots of work being put into making your log cabin but look at the outcome you and you family will be able to enjoy it for years it’ll be pasted on for generations 💪🏻👍🏻😊

[@larryolson8612]

You are a true craftsman!! 🌲🌲

[@tinhorebelo1719]

Parabéns para você e sua família em especial a sua filha que tem a vontade de participar, o lugar é muito lindo, a engenharia é perfeita e sua paciência é dada por Deus. Gratidão sempre.

[@leavemealone7076]

You are doing a fantastic job, keep up the good work. Stay safe, be careful, take it easy and keep dry.

[@laszlodesimon4768]

Always amazed at your talent and incredible knowledge, the way you can perfectly match your cut logs is unbelievable! Thank you for sharing such a masterful job!

[@huonedwards4917]

I always like log home .i like the natural wood +smell of the wood .

[@timmcneil906]

I am humbled by your amazing work!

[@derecktbear6478]

NikRijavec Your patience and work ethic is admirable, Unfortunately for the 55 confused, less appreciable numbties.

[@TrustIssues76]

Unbelievable Nik👍 a true testament to what one man and his determination can accomplish. Looks more and more beautiful everyday.

[@altamontchin15]

Most satisfying and. Rewarding thing to watch on utubeevery thing things pale in comparison

[@pippaseaspirit4415]

What beautiful saddle joints! I’ve watched you build this right from the very beginning, and have always been fascinated and awestruck by your vision, your talent, and your perseverance. You are doing a truly wonderful thing.

[@suejackson1731]

You work so hard yet never seem to be phased by those heavy logs. You take a piece of wood and turn it into something beautiful you are a true craftesman. God bless you and your family.

[@themudhutt1]

So very gentle with the wood , quietly building a really lovely home.

[@jmar5787]

Nik u r a smart man and do phenomenal work!

[@silverlicious2086]

Bringing everything down to its basic level and purpose makes it very strong and solid. Well done Nik.

[@danielpennington2374]

I have whatched all the episodes and im amazed how good everything just turns out love the cabin man.

[@desmondfoley3690]

Me too. My 1st video was of him surveying the foundation. What I thought would end up being a common box cabin build is turning out to be the most unique, extraordinary homes I've ever witness being build from bottom to top. I canNOT wait to see the end result.

[@fizzyt1803]

I love these updates so much, especially love the chisel work. Perfect sunday watching :)

[@eszaimillion]

watching from Philippines 🇵🇭

[@hdibart]

That hybrid joint is a really clever solution. I've never seen that before.Someone in 300 years will marvel at it.

[@j-ch8787]

About "joinsts"... Yu have a good illustration of all technics carpenters all around the world created. Especially in asia... It s absolutely fascinating the way they built houses. Yu should have a look. In europe my references are switz and tirolians (my ancestors were masonry masters or carpentry masters in these 2 countries) or germans.

[@hnnng]

One of a kind craftsman. Brilliant work Nik. Looking forward to the next 🎬📽🎞 🪓🔨⚒⛓

[@bobjoncas2814]

...lookin' great, nice work, keep safe..

[@zxanderford6810]

The house is beautiful and I have watched from the beginning you are good

[@sydneyevans2637]

You can tell Nik is a pro. He's doing all this without a net. Beautiful build, Nik !!!

[@RolandLetendre]

looking so good Nik, you must be very proud!

[@billytingen3567]

Awesome. Simply Awesome!!!!!

[@sharonhilliard3780]

I am new to your channel . To see such craftsmanship today is very rare .

[@jackiereeves9280]

When ithink of all the hours of planning and preparationit has taken to get this far into your project it is trully mind boggling. The skills, details and craftsmanship you have are a gift.

[@tetesabonkowska2835]

СПАСИБО. Я в восторге от увиденного! Молодцы! Очень хорошая работа. Просмотрела все ффильмы.... Благополучия Вам!

[@ernestospadolesto8126]

Perfect work on the house and video. Very good quality and cut together.

[@johncambra9332]

Nik for a young guy you have learned so much about timber framing you could teach others your craft. A good way to make extra cash on the side. Nice work guy..

[@DDL2728]

How do you not say things while you're working? I say OK about 100 times while I'm doing things - like, finished that, ok, next step, ok, you know??!! 🥴 And, there's usually a few, why did you do that, Dianne 😏 you're really so amazing, so gifted & talented & motivated!! Love your videos 🌟

[@MateusD_Souza]

I have been following your work of art for a long time, I am very grateful for the internet to see your videos, my greetings here in Brazil.

[@nightsong28540]

Impressive how you moved the logs all by yourself and then block and tackled them up into place. You are awesome, stay safe, be careful, take it easy and keep dry.

[@Garsarats]

what a patience.... incredible

[@bagnatoleandro8313]

This is art my friend! In the previous video we learned how the pyramids were built, in this we can see Michelangelo painting the vault of the Sistine Chapel. AMAZING!

[@mariowickel456]

Nik you're a true craftsman. I'm constantly amazed at what you accomplish

[@johntripp2028]

I love your house. The strength and precision you have brought to a rustic home

[@collegedad8656]

Great timing, coffee is ready👍

[@judyking241]

Magnificent work, you are very accomplished, bravo

[@juliesimpson3729]

Just amazing gifts and talents you have! I could watch you all day!