How Do You Build Traditional Log Cabins?
The traditional log cabin was the hallmark of the pioneer West. It could be constructed quickly from the frontier’s abundant natural resources, furnishing a comfortable home. Early Western migrants split logs and joined them together to make a dwelling that was relatively simple to heat and cool. A well-built log cabin can last many years with only minor maintenance. For both practical and historical reasons, log cabins are still popular today. Clear a patch of ground on which to build your log cabin. Place two 14-foot logs on the ground, parallel to each other and 10 feet apart. Cut a notch 1 foot from each end of the logs. Place a 12-foot log into each pair of notches, perpendicular to the 14-foot logs. Cut a notch 1 foot from each end of the 12-foot logs. Place a 14-foot log into each pair of notches, perpendicular to the 12-foot logs. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 until the cabin has reached its desired height. Cut a notch 1 foot from each end of the top layer of logs. Place a pole into eac
