Measuring Long Timber ALONE: Solo Cabin Builder’s Secret Hack (Cabin Cuts #33)
Measuring long timber alone is a nightmare for a solo builder. In this video, I show you a simple block-and-screw hack I use to get perfect measurements every time on the cabin build without needing an extra pair of hands. As part of the ongoing cabin construction, I’m also sharing my process for double-treating timber to prevent wood rot in the foundation and how I move these heavy beams into position. If you’re building a cabin solo or working on an off-grid DIY project, these small tips make a huge difference in speed and accuracy. What you’ll learn in this video: A simple DIY tool for measuring long spans alone. Why double-treating foundation timber is essential for longevity. Moving and positioning heavy beams for the cabin base. Timestamps: 0:00 The ‘Solo Builder’ Measuring Hack 1:21 Treating Timber for Rot Prevention 2:34 Cutting and Moving Foundation Beams About A Home in Mother Russia: Follow along as we build our dream home and homestead from the ground up. From foundation work to off-grid solutions, we’re sharing the real-life challenges and wins of building in the Russian countryside. #CabinBuild #SoloBuilder #DIYConstruction #OffGridLiving #WoodworkingHacks #Homesteading #CabinCuts
Measuring long timber alone is a nightmare for a solo builder. In this video, I show you a simple block-and-screw hack I use to get perfect measurements every time on the cabin build without needing an extra pair of hands. As part of the ongoing cabin construction, I’m also sharing my process for double-treating timber to prevent wood rot in the foundation and how I move these heavy beams into position. If you’re building a cabin solo or working on an off-grid DIY project, these small tips make a huge difference in speed and accuracy. What you’ll learn in this video: A simple DIY tool for measuring long spans alone. Why double-treating foundation timber is essential for longevity. Moving and positioning heavy beams for the cabin base. Timestamps: 0:00 The ‘Solo Builder’ Measuring Hack 1:21 Treating Timber for Rot Prevention 2:34 Cutting and Moving Foundation Beams About A Home in Mother Russia: Follow along as we build our dream home and homestead from the ground up. From foundation work to off-grid solutions, we’re sharing the real-life challenges and wins of building in the Russian countryside. #CabinBuild #SoloBuilder #DIYConstruction #OffGridLiving #WoodworkingHacks #Homesteading #CabinCuts