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Milled Log Homes
"Milled" is the term for logs that are cut by a machine to a uniform diameter,
as opposed to handcrafted, which are logs that are cut by hand to fit together.
Most Yellowstone Log Home timbers are cut when they are dead, standing, and dry.
When a log is dry, there is a much lower chance of unexpected cracking, and deformities.
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We cut our logs using a Swedish cope design with saddle notched
corners. (See log corner section above.) Our wall log diameters measure 6" 7", 8",
9", 10", 12", and 14". We also have Lathe turned beam length logs available for
roof purlins, trusses, porch posts, etc. in diameters up to 40" and lengths to 42'
long.
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An engineering improvement provides the key to the weather
tight seal of the Yellowstone Log Homes. An all weather foam is placed between the
logs before they are screwed together to provide a tight, & hidden seal. Caulking
or chinking is then applied between the logs to aid in weather resistance.
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You will find, a milled Yellowstone Log Home is so simple
to erect, using simple Swedish Cope cut logs, you may choose to build your own.
If you just don't possess the house building flair, a reputable contractor in your
area can build for you. There are some of our homes that take just a few days to
erect, and can often save you money in construction costs.
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The structural strength of a log home is unequaled in conventional
housing. The milled Yellowstone Log Home has notched overlapping corners (each corner
log locking to the next.) With each log screwed to the adjoining logs, the walls
become one solid unit.
Once a milled Yellowstone Log Home is erected, all exterior
walls are complete, siding, studs, insulation, sheet rock and paneling are unnecessary.
Not having these expenses can save you, the homeowner, a considerable amount of
money, and time.
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Content provided courtesy of Yellowstone Log Homes LLC.
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