I stopped at the frame structure because it is simpler and more understandable than a log house. You don't need to be a wizard to install it. The whole process goes like this:
- I start with the installation of the lining basement bar (section 150 * 50 mm) and install the strapping bar (100 * 100 mm), which carries the main load;
- I dock the plinth in the corners using the half-tree method and checked the diagonal with a tape measure. I used the level to check the contours;
- I attach the timber to the foundation using anchor bolts;
- I nail the supporting post beams along the edges to the bath with a 150 mm nail. I put the second pair of racks in opposite corners and check with a level. I fasten it with a corner with a basement beam on screws (50 mm);
- I attach the frame post to the upper harness. For these purposes, I take a beam of 100 * 100 mm and fix it with screws at the corner.
This completes the installation of the base of the frame. To strengthen the structure, I tied the upper and lower strapping with jumpers (100 * 50 mm). At the corners of the racks, I added braces for additional insulation.
I made the windows deaf. I picked up a large double-glazed window for them and made a reinforced hard opening. I put a rubber tape under the glass unit - for reasons of tightness. The glass unit was leveled and filled with construction foam (the excess was removed with a knife). The edges of the windows were decorated with decorative edging made of bars.
To prevent water from accumulating under the floor, I covered it with sand (10 trolleys left). I placed an old roofing felt on the sand - let it scare away mice. Then the work flew very quickly. After the window I took up the doorway. I climbed into the attic behind the boards and it dawned on me that there was still no log on it. So I decided to tackle the lags. On the veranda, I limited myself to laying a sub-floor with insulation in the form of basalt wool. I laid a floorboard on cotton wool.
When heavy rains began in May, I felt an acute lack of rafters. I attached the upper end of the veranda rafters to the bath rafters, so the roof was shared. At first I wanted to fasten the rafters to the screws, but then I gave up this venture. I installed the rafters, but fixed them with screws temporarily.
At the junction of the rafters, I made a hole for the M-10 hairpin. I put on washers and grover on the sides, screwed on the nuts and twisted it with a wrench until it stopped. In the lower part of the rafter leg, I provided an angular cut for rigidity. I fastened the rafters and frame strapping with a metal corner on screws of 50 mm.
Sheathed the rafters with edged boards, and then bed two layers of roofing material. Roofing material is a temporary solution for 2-3 years. Then I'll put in a permanent slate roof.
When I finished with the roof, I took up the planking of the bath outside. The work was to be like this:
- I attach windproofing to the frame (I used glassine - it took four rolls for the whole work). I stuff a 50 mm rail on the glassine and put it vertically;
- I level the first sheathing board and nail it to the slats. Further work goes easily, since the lining came across to me smooth and even;
- after I finished with the cladding, the craftsmen came and installed a door in the prepared opening. Just in time before installing the lining;
- I insulate the veranda with expanded polystyrene. It can be easily cut and inserted into the lock. I seal the cracks with polyurethane foam.
The question of electrification of the bath arose. I sit in it until late, but there is no lighting at all. It was pointless to hope for a dacha electrician, so I asked my friend.
That one, for a piece-rate sum, ran electricity and turned on Ilyich's light bulb for the first time.