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ENERGY PLUS WALL SYSTEM
Total insulation value for the completed wall exceeds
R-21 to meet the National Energy Star Codes.
Exterior Log Siding:
All the kiln Dried, Eastern White Pine Log Siding needed for
the first story exterior walls. Our Log Siding matches our Log
Profiles ( “D” or “Chink” ) for the authentic log home look. The Log
Siding is machine planed, uniformly mille, visually inspected, and
hand sorted to maximize quality. The “Ship-Lap” design insures a
tight fit.
Exterior Wall Framing:
All the graded 2” x 6”, #2 or better lumber for the exterior
framing studs at 16” on center with one bottom plate and two top
plates. All the graded 2” x 10”, #2 or better lumber for the window
and door headers.
Sheathing:
All the 7/16” OSB 4’ x8’ sheets of wall shething needed to
cover the exterior framing.
This wood sheathing provides maximum wall stabilithy.
Weather Seal:
All the exterior housewrap needed to provide protection from
wind, rain, and moisture.
Interior Wall Finish:
All the 1” x 6” Tongue and Groove to finish the interior side
of the exterior first story wall.
Our Tongue & Groove is milled with one side “beveled” and the
other side “beaded” for your choice of looks.
1ST
STORY SUB-FLOOR SYSTEM
Girders: ( Support Beams )
All the graded 2” x 12”, #2 or better lumber ( crawlspace )
or Engineered LVLs ( basement ) needed to support the floor joists.
Sill Plate:
All the graded 2” x 8”, pressure-treated #2 or better lumber
for the top run of the foundation wall. This keeps moisture in the
foundation walls from reaching the floor joists.
Rim Joist:
All the graded 2” x 10”, #2 or better lumber needed for the
perimeter of the subfloor.
Floor Joist, 1st Story:
All the graded 2” x 10”, #2 or better lumber for floor joists
spaced at 16” on center to ensure a strong, firm subfloor.
Subfloor Decking, 1st Story:
All the ¾” tongue and groove premium grade subfloor
underlayment. These 4’ x 8’ sheets carry a 50 – year limited
warranty against delamination and swelling from water for superior
performance.
Bridging:
All the light tension, metal bridging needed for the floor
joists at 16” on center. This keeps the bottom of the floor joists
from deflecting thus preventing floor sag.
Subfloor Adhesive:
All the large, 30oz. premium adhesive needed to glue subfloor
decking to floor joists. This helps prevent the subfloor from
squeaking.
2ND STORY SUB-FLOOR SYSTEM
( if applicable per design )
Floor Joist, 2nd Story:
All the graded 2” x 10”, #2 or better lumber for floor joists
spaced at 16” on center to ensure a strong, firm subfloor.
Subfloor Decking, 2nd Story:
All the ¾” tongue and groove premium grade subfloor
underlayment. These 4’ x 8’ Sheets carry a 50 – year limited
warranty against delamination and swelling from water for superior
performance.
Bridging:
All the light tension, metal bridging needed for the floor
joists at 16” on center. This keeps the bottom of the floor joists
from deflecting thus preventing floor sag.
Subfloor Adhesive:
All the large, 30oz. premium adhesive needed to glue subfloor
decking to floor decking to floor joists. This helps prevent the
subfloor decking from squeaking.
Rough Stair Framing:
All the graded 2” x 12”, #2 or better lumber for the
stringers and treads to frame stair system to second story floor.
INTERIOR FRAMING SYSTEM
Interior walls:
All the graded 2” x 4”, #2 or better lumber for the interior
framing studs and plates at 16” on center.
These are used for the load bearing and the partition walls.
Plumbing walls:
All the graded 2” x 6”, #2 or better lumber for the framing
studs and plates at 16” on center for the plumbing walls.
Headers:
All the graded 2” x 10”, #2 or better lumber for interior
headers above all interior doors in load bearing walls.
Ceiling Joists:
All the graded 2” x 6”, 2” x 8” or 2” x 10”, #2 or better
lumber for 2nd story ceiling joists at 16” on center.
GABLE AND DORMER SYSTEM
Gable & Dormer Framing:
All the graded 2” x 6”, #2 or better lumber for the exterior
framing studs at 16” on center with plates.
All the graded 2” x 10”, #2 or better lumber for the window
and door headers.
Sheathing:
All the 7/16” OSB 4’ x 8’ sheets of wall sheathing needed to
cover the exterior framing.
This wood sheathing provides maximum wall stability.
Weather Seal:
All the exterior housewrap needed to provide protection from
wind, rain, and moisture.
ROOF SYSTEM
Ridge Beams:
All the graded 2” x 12”, #2 or better lumber and / or
engineered LVL ridge beams for the main roof system.
All the graded 2” x 8”, #2 or better lumber for the ridge
beams for all doghouse dormers. ( if applicable per design )
House Rafters:
All the graded 2” x 10”, #2 or better lumber for the rafters,
spaced at 16” on center, for the main roof system.
( 2” x 12”s are substituted at no additional charge in zones
4 – 8 per the National Energy Star Codes )
Dormer Rafters: ( if applicable per design )
All the graded 2” x 8”, #2 or better lumber for the rafters
spaced 16” on center for all shed dormers.
All the graded 2” x 6”, #2 or better lumber for the rafters
spaced 16” on center for all doghouse dormers.
Bay Window Rafters: ( if applicable per design )
All the graded 2” x 6”, #2 or better lumber for the rafters
spaced 16” on center for all bay window roof systems.
Trusses:
All the graded, engineered roof trusses spaced at 16” on
center come standard on one story models.
( and where applicable on other designs )
Roof Decking:
All the 7/16” OSB 4’ x 8’ sheets of roof decking needed to
cover the roof system.
( ½” CDX plywood may be substituted at no additional charge.
)
Felt:
All the 15 lb roofing felt needed for the main roof system,
the shed dormers and all doghouse dormers.
( 30 lb. may be substituted at no additional charge for metal
roof applications. )
EAVE AND OVERHANG SYSTEM
Lookouts:
All the graded 2” x 4”, #2 or better lumber to provide
support for 16” overhangs.
The overhangs provide added protection for the exterior
walls.
Sub-fascia:
All the graded 2” x 4”, and 2” x 6”, #2 or better lumber for
all the sub-fascia of the overhangs.
Fascia and Soffit:
All the graded 1” x 8”, #2 or better lumber to finish the
eaves and overhangs.
All the 3/8” BC graded plywood 4’ x 8’ sheets needed to
finish the underside of the eaves and overhangs.
PORCH FLOOR SYSTEM
( if applicable per design )
Rim Joists:
All the graded 2” x 10”, #2 or better pressure treated lumber
needed for the perimeter of the porch.
Floor Joists:
All the graded 2” x 8”, #2 or better pressure treated lumber
for the floor joists spaced at 16” on center to provide a strong
porch floor.
Ledger:
All the graded 2” x 2”, #2 or better pressure treated lumber
for the ledger to support the floor joists.
Flooring:
All the graded 5/4” x 6”, #2 or better pressure treated, bull
– nosed decking for the finished floor.
Note:
6” x6”, Pressure Treated Support Posts are Not Included ( Post
Length is Site Specific )
PORCH ROOF SYSTEM
( if applicable per design )
Post:
All the 6” x 6”, Eastern White Pine Porch Post needed to
support the porch header beam ( s ).
These machine planed timbers match your log wall material.
Header Beam (Rack):
All the 6” x 8” Eastern White Pine Header Beams needed to
support the porch rafters.
These machine planed timbers match your log wall material.
Rafters:
All the graded 2” x 8”, #2 or better lumber for the rafters,
spaced at 16” on center, for the porch roof.
Roof Decking:
All the 7/16” OSB, 4’ x 8’ sheets of roof decking needed to
cover the rafters of the porch system.
Felts:
All the 15 lb roofing felt needed for the porch roof system.
EXTERIOR SIDING SYSTEM
Gables:
All the 1” x 8” Eastern White Pine beveled exterior wood
siding needed for all gable ends.
Dormers:
All the 1” x 8”, Eastern White Pine beveled exterior wood
siding needed for any full or partial shed dormers.
( if applicable per design )
All the 1” x 8”, Eastern White Pine beveled exterior wood
siding needed for any doghouse dormers, Front and / or rear.
( if applicable per design )
WINDOWS
All the Dual-Pane, Low E Insulated, Argon Filled,
Double-Hung, Classic Tilt MW Brand Wood Windows. These windows are
crafted from preservative-treated wood to repel water. Clear, stain
grade pine frames make this window sturdy and durable. Compression
balance system for simple tilt in cleaning of the exterior glass is
standard. Foam filled weather stripping on sashes make for air tight
performance and smooth operation. Bronzetone locks and beige jamb
liners are standard to match any stains. The 5/8” dual-pane, Low E,
Argon filled glass provides excellent insulation values. A 20 year
MW manufacturer’s limited warranty covers each window.
Note: Fixed Glass Units are
Not Included.
EXTERIOR DOORS
All the pre-hung 3’ 0” x 6’ 8” Six Panel, Pre-Primed, Steel,
Thermo-Insulated door units.
( if applicable per design )
All the pre-hung 6’ 0” x 6’ 8” Full View, Argon Filled Glass,
Pre-Primed, Steel, Thermo-Insulated patio door units.
( if applicable per design ). The 5/8” dual-pane clear glass
provides excellent insulation values.
Each door comes standard with the following:
Brass Tone Hinges for a long lasting solid appearance.
Premium Weather Strip, Door Sweep and Threshold for a great
insulating seal against water and air infiltration.
Double Bored to accept lockset and deadbolt.
Pre-Primed Jambs and Exterior Brickmould Trim that is ready
to accept solid stain or paint.
A 10 year manufacturer’s limited warranty.
EXTERIOR WINDOW AND DOOR TRIM
All the graded 1” x 6”, #2 or better lumber needed to trim
out the exterior of the windows and doors.
BLUEPRINTS
You will receive three (3) full sets of construction
blueprints for your home. These include your foundation plan,
framing plan, exterior elevations, electrical, cross sectionsk, and
roof systems. All plans are drawn to meet International Building
Code standards.
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