Traditional Wooden Shingle Making in Austria

Wooden shingles as a roofing have a long tradition in Austria. There are several designs depending on the regions, and one type is called the "Schieferschindel". Due to its airy setup, it is possible to use less durable wood species for this particular type, but wood quality is still a key factor in shingle production. The roofing shown in the video has lasted for 37 years and is now being replaced by the craftsmen of the Austrian Open-Air Museum Stübing.
Camera Operator: Hischam Momen
Photographer: Alice Schumacher
Editors: Hischam Momen & Sebastian Nemestothy
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[@MessyTimes]

Danke.

[@robertfish6617]

Strangely soothing!

[@planetmikusha5898]

I've seen a few video on making wood shingles/shakes and roofing with them, but this is the finest workmanship I have seen.

[@youngj5952]

Thank you for your video. Very interesting.

[@JAlvisllc]

Thank you for subtitles!

[@jbossnack]

This is very interesting as not many people today see this technique or style anymore. Thank you

[@hundwyn7530]

So charming!

[@johncourtneidge]

Beautiful, thank-you from England!

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Wonderful explanations and examples! Thankyou :)

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[@AffordBindEquipment]

shingle iron = froe Since these shingles are wet, and a tiny gap is left between the head of the nail and the shingles, it would seem by the time the shingle is dry, there would be a LOT of gap between the shingle and the nail head.

[@nfix09]

they bundled them to dry for 1-2 years before use

[@AffordBindEquipment]

@@nfix09 Thanks for the info! clears it up!

[@TheR1200clc]

Interesting I noticed he only used 1 nail per shingle or shake.

[@rowanfernsler9725]

It depends on how you Kay your shingles. I made a small shed with wooden shingles once and I also only used one nail. If you know where/how to put it it works pretty good

[@morganwheeler7417]

It looks to me like the one nail actually penetrates the shingle next to it also, resulting in 2 nails per shingle much like modern sawn shingles get.

[@sagecreekwitt3301]

Excellent video!