How I Built This Off Grid "Log" Cabin Alone and How Much it Cost

In depth detail of the construction of a log cabin using 2x8 lumber with tips and pointers thru out. Also details the cost to build using this method.
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[@genedelcourt6534]

I have to agree with dontbeadrone's comment. I watch off-grid cabin builds almost every morning as I drink coffee, hang with my animals and discuss the day with my wife. This video is my all time favorite! Thanks for posting and allowing an old man to live vicariously and dream big!

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks for the comment and glad you enjoyed it!!

[@kathleenvaldez6989]

You are such a treasure. Love, your cabin.

[@americanshad8396]

Dude, you have a lot to offer, building vocabulary is scary. And I want to build, but horse trailer sounds easier

[@tomhorrigan5769]

Build was great to watch. Couple of questions. Why not any insulation between your logs? Why no insulation in cabin? Why not burn underside of deck/porch since insects and dampness collect there? The end result was amazing. I hope it lasts!!

[@rodneygow4083]

me too, I live through these people also, due to my age and health, Thank God for these people posting their builds

[@mai_chan2023]

i watch cabin builds every single night. for some reason, it calms my soul and helps me sleep better. ❤

[@alandeobler2464]

I've been in construction for over 55 years. I've never seen a more novel idea to build a "log cabin". Loved your unique way to overcome problems. Doing Shou Sugi Ban for preservation is so beautiful and long-lasting. Hats off to you. If I ever build a cabin....

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@davidfuller764]

Hey 55 years! Great comment! I thought unique, and you confirmed it.

[@robertct4662]

A genius idea. I never would have imagined using standard 2x8 boards to build such a cabin. It’s stronger than framing too! I absolutely loved the concept and implementation. Well done, sir.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks for the comment 👍

[@midwestmutineer7675]

Using the 2x8's like your own giant tongue and groove is absolutely genius. Love this!!!

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks a ton!

[@mr.potato1693]

My family runs a historic restoration company and we mainly specialize in log cabins and this one just looks absolutely amazing. I think you did a great job for a man working alone on a project like this.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks for the comment 👍

[@nata3467]

Any chance you're located in Wisconsin because I have a historic 1920s log cabin that I want to preserve more than anyting I have a hard time finding labor to support that dream

[@jubilantyogurt]

You wouldnt say the poles set directly in cement is a bad foundation for the cabin? Where I come from, we cement galvanized iron which we then set the poles to? (bad english)

[@Milpower]

Hi. Does your family build structures?

[@thiagosoares6526]

Whats the name of your company friend?

[@sarabegay6700]

Oh wow. Thanks. I'm just a little old 82 year old lady that likes to build things. I can think of all sorts of small outbuildings I can do around here using that system and lighter wood. Thanks again.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks for watching. Hope it helps!

[@michelemark9952]

Way back, a few centuries ago. I wanted this. Now that im in my late 60's . Well, watching you somehow makes a dream come true! Thank you so!

[@Wolfedog]

I like the fact you showed material and cost. Most people don’t go the extra step. Thank you.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks for watching 👍

[@dontbeadrone]

I have watched something like 100 videos of off-grid cabin builds, from start to finish, and I think this one ranks as my favorite of all!!! I absolutely love your "logs." Very reminiscent of the system of locking logs in Finland, with the exception of your logs being a composite of 3 boards, rather than 1 log. This really inspires me to try to do this myself. May you be blessed with years of tranquil moments in your wonderful cabin.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Really appreciate that! Thank you and take care!

[@frankpohl4377]

my best is the fouch family. There is non that builds one for real living and not for show. Show builders concentrate on style not on practical goals. Nummeru uno in the artic: "Arctic Homestead: 10 years living off the Alaskan wilderness" he is the master in the cold.

[@grabbag6314]

@@TheOffGridExperience built my cabin in the Ozarks using traditional 2x4 style construction. The interior walls are tongue and groove pine. Ceiling is red cedar and exterior is lap cedar with exposed live edge. After watching your build i’m thinking of using your technique for a bedroom addition. Outstanding build !!

[@sevenravens]

That’s what I was thinking too. This is easy, peasey! Totally doable for an old fart like me.

[@momentswithmitch5053]

This is by far my favorite method I've seen.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks for the comment. Much appreciated 👍

[@Highland_Moo]

I live in the north of Scotland and my home is a log cabin made from Douglas fir. It’s like the three pieces screwed and glued at the start of this video but it’s made by carved long logs. It went together like Lego. We built in 2004 and it still looks lovely. The log walls are gorgeous inside. They’re sprayed with a clear fireproofing agent that will let naked flame burn for 2 hours without damaging the wood….we had to get that in order to get mortgage and insurance.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Cool. Thanks for sharing 👍

[@samcon4563]

Photos!!!

[@Jeremy_936]

Love to see images. Do you have a link?

[@davemi00]

Yes, please post a vid of that cabin !!

[@larrytowe6672]

I'm telling you this is probably one of the nicer captains that I've seen someone build in the woods like this, you did an absolutely beautiful job.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thank you!

[@eneeland]

Aye aye.

[@carlblumenthal6488]

Everyone here seems to be singing your praise... So, I hope you don't mind another one, cause this build was the best, most creative, most realistic, most financially attainable, and most beautiful cabin I have ever seen! Bravo!

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks for the comment 👍 Much appreciated!

[@leedog168]

I'm a builder and have never seen this type of log esqe construction.. I love it,, I'm going to do a shed build with this method on a slab already down on my property..

[@dshafe7]

Incredible job! Also am I the only one that was thinking about one of the huge perks of this build is that you'll never have to worry about 'finding a stud' to hang things with those types of walls haha

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Haha...that's one way if looking at it!

[@nitaihammari6994]

Ha ha ha. Well said. Here’s a toast to the death of sheetrock. Long may it crumble.

[@roberttaylor8261]

Nice job! Have worked around construction all my life an have never seen the 2x8s sandwiched together like this! Make a nice fit. Just the electrical if wanted to wire it would be a pain now that walls are all complete? A lot of cash in 2x8s an 2x10s!, Should last forever thou!

[@rjay5506]

​@@roberttaylor8261 yeah I was thinking about the electrical, you could leave a gap in the middle 2x8 for wiring when your building it though but hard to go back and do for sure. I do a lot of foundation repair and see a lot of things that would have been real easy and cheap to do when they were building the house but is very time consuming and expensive to fix now that its done.😂

[@tyman657]

If it was my cabin I’d leave it without electrical anyway more relaxing that way

[@kentuckyblugrass]

What an absolute gem of a video. I cannot thank you enough for taking the time to document, edit, narrate and upload this. A lot of people have no grasp on the work involved just making a video let alone building a log cabin. Thank you my man.🙏🏻 Sub'd Liked Shared

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@r.h.c.markgreenevilletn6851]

Once again my mind is blown. I never would have thought about the method you had chosen. Ingenious. You gotta be proud of that amazing cabin in the woods. Great filming of all the build God bless brother.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks for the comment. I'll be glad when it's finished so I can relax and enjoy it. Tale care!

[@craigchase5381]

Hey Guys I'm a New Zealand trade Cert Carpenter and there is a building system here called Lockwood homes that is very similar to what he is doing

[@genehead9380]

You have made many envious I am sure. I never thought of using 2x8 lumber like that for a log. Very original and ingenious. Your cabin is very inspiring. Thank you for sharing your cabin build.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks for the comment. Much appreciated 👍

[@DementiaSurvivor]

Oh my goodness, a stone wall inside, yes! Every bit of this build I can connect with, it just makes sense to me.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks for watching 👍

[@danbarone7643]

This cabin’s choice of building material is genius. The look and low cost is amazing. Great job !

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks so much!

[@BerkshireHillFarm_Homestead]

I'm 8 mins in...what was the cost...couldn't have been cheap...those boards have to be 35 bucks a piece?!? Great build Brother...about to start milling my 4x8s any day now!!!

[@furtherdefinitions1]

This is one of the nicest cabin builds I've seen on KZbin

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thank you! Much appreciated 👍

[@johnnyengle]

Thank you for your well-made and descriptive video. When I think about spending $300k on a house it makes me reconsider to buy a log cabin off the grid since instead. I don't like being around too many people and this cabin sounds so peaceful!

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks for the comment 👍 I enjoy the peace and quiet of the woods.

[@cherylbryant3125]

You have crafted a beautiful cabin, very talented young man. We just moved into ours and built on a bedroom and bathroom. It is 20x36 now and our retirement home. The first build was 20x20 total cost 8,600. then when building supplies were at the highest the 20x16 cost 21,000. Unfortunately we had sold the farm and had no choice. We lived in the cabin with no running water for 5 months. At 73 and 75 we saw it as an adventure. Enjoy your cabin for many years to come

[@TheOffGridExperience]

It's crazy what building materials are now. That is an adventure at any age with no running water..haha. Thanks for watching and take care!!

[@patsternburg8737]

Wow, I think we still have it in us too however….. I do need water. I think I could manage if, we had the unit as what Off Grid had used but, even that would be as you, limit it to 5 months. Lol

[@livingcheap1625]

I am glad to see others can show that necessity can overcome many adversities. I turn 75 in a few months and plan on building and moving to a log structure as I sold my house, and thought apartment living would see me out. But, with rent eating up a good portion of my modest income, and other expenses reducing my cash reserves from the sale of my house, I can see I need to find a cheaper place to live. A 20 x 24 log cabin is in my plans, and it will be built using this man's fantastic design as I can't afford to have someone build me one. This is a great alternative and, although I am sure I will have many, many aches and pains along the way and all my old injuries will be screaming at me to quit, I will just look forward to sitting on my front porch in the woods, or in front of a cozy wood fire on a cold winter night and thank God he gave me the strength to finish. I lived for over a year with a composting toilet, and hauling water. Seeing that others in my age group have done it will inspire me. Thank you.

[@davidgentilcore1142]

I never comment on videos, but I was blown away by your cabin! So freakin awesome!!! I can't wait to find the perfect location to replicate what you built. Looking forward to the videos on the addition.

[@joegilly1523]

Hats off to you dude,I worked on a building crew for 3 years. We built Beaver Mountain log homes. You did so much work by yourself and we had a crew and for some of the 30’ logs we had to have a crane. Hard work pays off.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks for the comment. Much appreciated!

[@billytingen3567]

Thanks for taking the time to put this information together and share it with us. From the first video you made, I have been mesmerized at the genius of using the lumber and how easily it works over building with logs. The burning of the wood and the character it gave to the look. Inside and out. I could go on but it gives ASMR a whole new meaning. Everything about your series has been breathtaking. It's a beautiful Cabin my friend. Cheers!

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks Billy. Your comments are always appreciated. Take care!

[@mrwaterschoot5617]

onr question comes to mind from my days at habitat for humanity hartford connecticut usa. they mentioned that boards have a crown and floor and deck boards with the crown up. on decking if they cupped up they collect water and moisture and eventually rot occurs. i saw it happen on a cedar deck. after 20years the crowned boards looked fine and the cupped up boards exhibits rot and spongy spots after 20 years.

[@davidturner7001]

U just built my dream cabin! When I retired I bought a band saw chain saws ect ect. Already owned property. Due to tragedy heart attack car wreck and deteriating health after 12 years still no cabin. Still on bucket list. This video has inspired me and showed me it still can be done! Thank you from a 67 year old disabled veteran from Sunflower 🌻 Alabama. God Bless,

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks for comment. Glad it was inspiring. Take care!!

[@nitaihammari6994]

Dont give up! Best of luck and I just turned 65 last week. Im also itching to get a mountain lot and similar build. I did it before at 30 years old, but my mistake was building it on a friend’s land. They said I could stay ten years, but after seeing how beautifully it was built, gave me three months to move on. … so they could move in. Live and learn. I just sold our ocean cruising sailboat Dec 31st, and hope to buy land, build cabin, and move in before Dec 31st this year. You know, his small timbers will save our backs.

[@JS-re7ne]

What a great idea! I must have watched a thousand cabin builds and I’ve never seen this approach before. Great stuff

[@jrsmith80]

This is by far one of the best off grid builds I have seen, fantastic work and I look forward to the rest of the videos!!

[@marine919]

Love this cabin build, It looks like a antique cabin but is brand new, and the location can't be beaten!

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thank you!

[@brazzy1467]

A buddy of mine who is a carpenter did this very same thing last year and it has turned out to be the sturdiest log home he has be ever built. We now have several people wanting us to build them log homes like this for AIR B&B's. Awesome video and thank you for the your time.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Great idea!

[@brandencriner]

I’m a sheet metal worker, I’ve had to age metal before for aesthetics, I used an angle grinder to create where my rust would go, and then sprayed it with peroxide. It rusts in 24 hours. Awesome build btw.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks. I hope what I did doesn't rust thru too fast. I hope to get 15-20 years out of it.

[@mclark3119]

Not only is your cabin a masterpiece build but your filming and editing of this video is excellent. The choice of music is the icing on the cake.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@stevedahl3689]

WOW! I had been pricing cabin logs and they are over-the-top expensive! This is a great alternative and gives one a super alternative to these awful log prices! Thanks for sharing. I am an old man who wants to build something like this in Florida to keep my old mind occupied! What a great idea! God bless you!

[@TheOffGridExperience]

It was surprising to see how expensive logs are. Hopefully this gives folks another option that is more cost friendly but still has a log cabin look and feel.

[@The_Jonstigator]

I have 20 acres that I have been wanting to build a little cabin on. Of all the videos I have watched, yours is the best! I never thought of making my own logs out of 2x8 lumber. What a great idea! The extra-large tung and grove on those will most definitely prevent drafty walls. I wish you went into more detail on the rafters. Thanks for a great video!👍

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks. You can watch a couple of the older videos on rafters that may be helpful. They are on my channel page.

[@Bretde1]

My man...This is one of the most impressive things that I have ever watched. You are incredibly talented! Love the great reset commentary lol

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks. Much appreciated 👍

[@midnight4540]

Jim is just great guy, true to himself, can't ask for a better friend. Thanks take care

[@tube4knowledge346]

Very educational! Thank you so much! You are the only one on youtube ( so far) that explain all the process, cost and how to build a cabin!

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Glad you found it educational. That was my intent. Take care!

[@jbthor9032]

You built your cabin modular style. Everything fits perfectly. 👍

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks. It is modular. That's a good way of phrasing it. Take care!

[@keiththoreson3166]

Ever since i was 16, this is what I have wanted to do, but life happened, and now that my kids are grown, videos like this keep my dream alive! i better get to work.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

I started at 48 so it's never too late 👍

[@gusshelgoshiii1836]

I thought this would be another cabin build , but it wasn’t I enjoy watching, this is the first time seeing someone doing this . Really turn out really nice. I hope you enjoy it with family and friends.

[@donaldhofman5257]

Wow! I'm impressed!!! This is the first I've seen of this style of building!

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks for watching 👍

[@aramdonatossian7959]

I've never built a dog house let alone a cabin, but this was amazing and inspiring what you have built by yourself. It makes me want to buy a piece of land and try it myself. Thanks for making this video and may you enjoy your cabin for many decades to come Aram

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@embatbr]

1st, build the dog house.

[@michelvosje]

Don't forget the dog!

[@victornelson5307]

Really like the entire build, really like the 2X8 log design! Made my mind up on how I’m approaching my build. Great job!

[@scotto6314]

Hands down. One of the best cabin builds I’ve come across. Inspirational n attainable design . Thanks for sharing this !

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Wow, thank you!

[@TheShowgunofHarlem]

Watched this now 3 times. Absolutely love this idea. Owning a log cabin in the middle of nowhere is such a freeing experience everyone should be able to enjoy.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@thetruthcanhurt3497]

@The Off Grid Experience 21:57 That's an Angel blessing your house! Amazing work!

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thank you very much!

[@joannasarcamedes8191]

I watch cabin building videos but this one by far is my favorite. I love every technique used and the old look . And the cement floors . Wish i had talent like that.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thank you. Glad you enjoyed it 👍

[@Kamabushi999]

I love the way this cabin is built. No big logs to work on. Specially for Texas where I live the temperatures are not extreme.I would think for Florida would be great I am a retired aerospace engineer so I can design it off hand in CAD system and work all issues before hand by building assemblies before hand using the modeling. Would be like installing leggo. I would make it larger include all room I need. Use simpson brackets everywhere to facilitate building by one person. Hmm maybe I can design it and sell the plans Step by step. 2x8 pine or cedar Brilliant !

[@jeremyhood5206]

Great build, great sound track, sounds like Appalachian music! The cabin has an Appalachian look and feel about it! Hard work pays off enjoy your cabin! Great video!

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks! 👍

[@paultankersley8215]

Over all I think your idea is brilliant. As a wood worker I would highly recommend getting an impact driver. Much faster and easier on the wrists.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks for the comment! I have a driver and agree.

[@anacondanc2838]

As a woodworker, I would highly recommend using untreated 2 x 8s on the interior of the cabin, the chemicals used to treat the lumber are toxic.

[@TrentSherrill]

I hope years down the road someone by chance gets to stay here, then later on stumbles on this video , then gets to appreciate it even more. Awesome video !

[@TheOffGridExperience]

That would be cool 👍

[@wisconsinwoodsman1987]

I remember watching the stone wall being built. Def inspired me for the wall behind my stove. Still insulating and doing electrical on my 10 x 12 shed. Love your work.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks for the comment. Glad it inspired you 👍

[@caesarspeak9030]

I have always wanted to live like that. So much so that me and my family have bought 47 acre's of raw land and have been living off grid for going on three years. I have watched alot of videos on cabin building and have to say I love the way you did yours. It's simple, functional and best of all works and looks beautiful. Well done.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

That's awesome. I'd love to try that one day. Thanks for watching 👍

[@ericfitzsimmons1202]

Wow, congrats. I hope to soon.

[@schrodingerscat7218]

I have watched this build with interest from the beginning and you are unique in your 2x8 approach. The proof is in the pudding and the cost breakdown was a fascinating dose of reality. In Canada, we have nothing but trees and water and empty land. You can't buy land and a 2x4 costs eight bucks. You did well.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Wow. Did not realize the difference in pricing. I think most of the lumber we get is from Canada. A 2x8x8 did get up to $15 last year but now back down to half that. Thanks for watching!

[@theemeraldfox7779]

It's not unique, they use this method for tornado rated shelters!

[@ahjotco906]

A beautiful and strong cabin. Thank you for sharing the process and your step by step narration. Inspired me to go back to my West Virginia property to build a similar cabin after my previous cabin was burnt down.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks for watching 👍

[@TheBourneBlogger]

Jason Vorhees would be proud to call this place home. Well done, sir.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Haha...thanks. I think?

[@TheBourneBlogger]

@@TheOffGridExperience It's the perfect place to hang your mask after a hard day's work 🔪

[@TheBourneBlogger]

@@TheOffGridExperience PS: How long did the first build take you, and what's your power source on the lights?

[@hokey-os3rx]

I love this take on building a cabin. I have watched a lot of videos on building Tiny Houses on wheels and building cabins. This is the first one I have seen built this way. Great videos! Looking forward to your additional building.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Glad you enjoyed it. Take care.

[@davidwilshusen4332]

My favorite build video. Very reasonable cost. Ingeniously beautiful.. If I was about 50 years younger I'd like to try building one myself. Love the antique look and textures.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thank you very much!

[@ghostl1124]

I want to start life all over again after watching this video. "Sigh......"

[@stevenpipes9066]

The 2x8 log idea is brilliant!

[@peggyowen3386]

I just a little senior citizen and I love watching these kinds of videos. You did a fantastic job and if you were my son, I would want you to build one for me!!

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@MikeAndNary]

That's a lot of work. If it was me I'd just drag in a mobile home trailer and plop it on a nice scenic spot.

[@stevencunningham4680]

This is one well built cabin , simply genius construction using the 3- 2x8's to make a log. This cabin will be here for a long long time and you'll get many years of enjoyment from it. Great job !

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks for the comment! I sure hope . Take care!

[@sneedfeed3179]

Best video I’ve ever seen in a long while. I have adhd and can’t focus on anything for longer than a couple minutes but I was able to watch this video in one go!

[@maryhopkins1585]

Loved watching. Wish I was younger, I 'v helped my husband build a log house and a yurt, but our building days are behind us!!

[@junbarz361]

I never get tired of watching it all over again... an awesome build. Thank you.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks again for watching!

[@daveh7137]

My wife and I have been binging on your videos and we’ve enjoyed watching you build your dream cabin! The work you have done without help is truly impressive. We look forward to seeing you work on the additional rooms.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@toolsteel8482]

I love it, very nice. I noticed that phenomenon too, where recently I bought 2x8x12s & they were about within 5cents of a 2x6x12. I really like the rusty metal roof & the weathered exterior. I’ve always had a fascination with old rural outbuildings & cabins too.

[@Getyupngo2]

I’ll jump in here again now that I’ve actually finished watching it😜Your craftsmanship is amazing and astonishingly simple! Love it ♥️The overall look is just amazing 👏👏👍

[@mrben6573]

I've watched a ton of cabin build videos on KZbin and this one is perhaps the very best. Your construction method probably also means this could be the strongest. I hope your cabin ends up on the front of one of those tiny house books.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Wow, thank you!

[@TheREALJosephTurner]

This has got to be the best cabin built video I've seen yet (and I've watched a ton of them). The idea itself was brilliant, but your presentation and a great narrating voice just sends it over the top. It feels like you go the extra mile to make sure that anyone who wants to try it for themselves has pretty much all the visual aid they would need. Quick question- you mentioned you bought the 2x8's before the price fleecing happened- how did you store them to keep from warping and twisting? All I have within an hour from me is Lowes, and I swear their stuff will twist up on the ride home!

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks for the comment. Really appreciate it. The boards were delivered in stacks and tied together nice and neat. I just left them out in the elements so they would weather a bit.

[@MrMonero]

What an amazing build. I have watched so many cabin builds over the years. Absolutely loved watching this 👏🏼

[@colsenball2949]

I am glad I found this marvel. I look forward to watching the entire series for the details. You have fulfilled an old dream of mine. At 71, I shan't be fulfilling it for myself, but seeing the marvelous work (obviously after a great deal of thought and planning) and creativity that is displayed here is sufficient for my old bones to be content with knowing that it can and has been done.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Glad you enjoyed it and thanks for the thoughtful comments. They are much appreciated 👍 Take care!

[@LogHewer]

I don't know where you live, friend, but if you care to try a cabin build and want a hand, I'm happy to help. It's never too late till we're pushing up daisies, right?

[@condeerogers5858]

Thanks for the video. I've seen a lot of cabin builds and if I was younger I would build mine like yours. Genius. Looking forward to your additions.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks for the comment. It has really worked out well so far. Didn't know what to expect when I started it.

[@timepasses3380]

I enjoyed the detail in the individual videos but it's cool to see it come together in this time lapse too. I appreciate the editing that went into putting this together. Great financial info too, for those who might be interested in doing something similar. As always, thanks for sharing.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Editing is often more challenging than the actual build. Thanks again for watching and the comment!!

[@lazarmavrenovic2283]

I was skeptical at first but your attention and explanation won me over very nice work

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks for the comment 👍

[@brandyhouston2105]

I built a one room off- grid cabin years ago. It was this fancy! Lot's a work especially, alone or with little help.

[@jayejaycurry5485]

I really liked your idea of using dimensional lumber to create your logs. Scorching the wood was also a good look. This, to me, was a pretty smart one-man build.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks for the comment!

[@benkordus886]

In regards to that…is this in the USA? Any special permits you needed to build in that fashion and size? Or is it your land and just doing what you want on it? Thanks for sharing, as well!

[@jayejaycurry5485]

@@benkordus886 That's always an important question if you're interested in staying legal. Fortunately I live in Indiana, which has the log cabin rule. If you build it yourself, for yourself, you don't need a building permit (meaning no code restrictions).

[@darrellmayo9066]

Thanks for all the trouble you went through to video this cabin building for all of us, the veiwers. This is really something to be proud of. The cabin is rustic and beautiful, very intelligent

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@konetashelton4130]

Started watching this, and already love his concept. Beyond perfect.

[@randallbroadus3213]

YOU DID ONE HELL OF A JOB ON IT.I LOVED YOU DESIGN WITH THE THE 2X8X12 TONGUE AND GROOVE METHOD.PLUS BURNING THE WOOD FOR INSECT CONTROL.EXCELLENT DESIGN AND BUILD

[@zebwalton979]

This is awesome! Thank you for sharing your journey on this venture. The one thing I would’ve done after putting down the subfloor, was building up a higher rim around the exterior in which the grooves lay in. That way I could build up the subfloor with bubble foil insulation on the floor and provide additional insulation. Strips on that and then flooring nailed to the strips, would allow for a warmer floor. We always see things after the fact, don’t we? You should draw plans and market them. This is a realistic enterprise for anyone to work at and make reality. I’d love to build this for my family.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

I definitely need to add insulation under the cabin for the floor. Your idea is one way if doing it if. Thanks for watching.

[@artsteadman2230]

The bubble foil insulation applied underneath - not inside - also keeps rodents away

[@kathytorres7816]

This is by far the absolute best cabin build I have seen!! I would love to have one to live in full time. Excellent craftsmanship!

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks for the comment! Take care.

[@stuartsullenbarger2023]

I watch this video over and over...love your cabin and how you explain everything aspect of the build...the music is a bonus...looking forward to the bathroom build...God Bless.❤

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@maggieburke8262]

Even birds like your cabin. I had to slow the video down just to make sure that that was what I was seeing. Great video, thanks for sharing!

[@LadydogC]

Do not know why I loved watching this so much other than I love cabins, like watching someone work when they know what they are doing and just how brave you were to burn the wood like that! I am so impressed. This cost less than my having a shed built and turning into my home. No money here so it took 6 years and I still have things I need or want to do. Thanks for sharing this.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks for the comment and watching!! Take care!

[@w96725]

I have watched many log cabin builds, but this is the first I've seen with logs made of compressed boards. This is a great idea. The Lord Jesus has gifted you. Your cabin looks great. I really like it. I just mite build on like this myself. This is very inspiring.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks for watching! Take care.

[@mariedaggett2863]

I love how you did that . I’ve never seen anyone do it that way awesome job.🥰

[@susanhughey1322]

Love the putting together with screws. More secure, more safe. A most enjoyable watch. Thanks for doing it.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks for watching 👍

[@79markland]

Beautiful cabin! I was hooked from the very first video!! Can’t wait for the bedroom and bathroom additions! Your work is amazing!! Thanks for sharing and Inspiron all of us!!

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Glad you found it inspiring. Thanks for watching!

[@marksexton1340]

I gotta say, very impressed... Your methods here make it affordable, as well as more manageable building wise. Definitely will be watching for the full detail.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks. The cost wasn't too bad. Take care.

[@TravelNature1999]

So much respect for this man! The cabin looks fantastic... so cozy

[@memma22309]

I’d love to have a cabin like this that we could stay in. You did a beautiful job! Thank you for sharing!

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks 👍

[@joshguffey9584]

I usually don't take the time to watch videos this long but I was hooked from the get-go. Thanks for sharing. It's pretty dang inspirational. I think I could do that stuff myself.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks for the comment! Glad you liked it.

[@cheesemouse7774]

I just finished watching your cabin build. You did a great job narrating your build. I'm going to build one soon. I just might steal your log design. It's genius. I built my personal residence about 20 years ago. It's a sfh in a rural area. Kids are getting older now and have always wanted a one or two bedroom, simplistic cabin. Thx for sharing your ideas. Take care and God bless.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks for watching 👍 Take care!

[@billchriswell2925]

This is probably the best cabin build I've watched to date👍 Awesome planning awesome execution

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks. Much appreciated 👍

[@joshgarcia7148]

Man, of the hundreds of cabin builds I've seen and all the books I've read, this is by far my favorite. Amazing job man, so very impressed. I will be building similar on my Alaska property based on your inspiration. Thank you!

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Glad you enjoyed it! It's a solid way of building.

[@alexeipermiakov2566]

Don't build this in Alaska! This construction does not have any insulation between boards. The heat not only escapes through the slots but when it meets the cold air it will condense inside the walls. This house will rot inside walls in a couple of heating seasons. Although I like the video!

[@TheOffGridExperience]

@@alexeipermiakov2566 thanks for your opinion.

[@bryanpoole4749]

I've watched a "bazillion " off grid cabin builds and you sir are a genius. Your 'logs ' are the best engineering idea I've ever seen. Looks amazing thanks for sharing this video of your hard work!

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks 👍 Really appreciate it.

[@phantomreefer3684]

I normally skip through these types of videos. This is the first one I've watched all the way. Outstanding build and great info given. Thank you.

[@TheOffGridExperience]

Thanks for watching 👍