Monday, November 16, 2015

Cabin fever, home stretch

After a major storm system came through the area last Wednesday, we lost several boxelder limbs along the fence. Unfortunately, the one tree I'd like to fall is still standing. More importantly, the cabin still stands despite high winds that blew in from the south.

We had a good day on Saturday and a couple of hours on Sunday and we were able to get a lot of work done. Daytime temps in the 50's and fighting the wind to get the last metal sheets up. All four walls are up. our door installed and corner and gable trim attached.

 

 

The eaves need to be finished before calling it sealed up for the winter but no mice should be able to get in unless they chew through metal. We put some insulation fabric up around the eaves to keep the birds out as a temporary measure.

We should be able to complete our last tasks this coming weekend if the snow doesn't keep us away. The forecast looks to be in the 40's so we look forward to a chilly but productive day.


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  1. David aka True Blue SamNovember 18, 2015 at 8:15 AM

    You are really going to enjoy this in the years ahead!

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    1. Joel (@Stranded Tree)November 18, 2015 at 4:43 PM

      The most important part of this process has been that it has been a family project. The Wife and sons have contributed in building this and I sense a bit of pride from Number One Son after we talked on Sunday.

      We're almost there

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