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Our consctruction techniques
Type of wood
Wood is a noble, ecological material. Cedar is particularly appreciated
for Scandinavian-style log constructions. In the Gaspé Peninsula,
we are fortunate to be surrounded by Eastern White Cedar. This species
is known for its æsthetic, resistant and durable qualities.
Other timber species, such as spruce and pine, are also perfectly
suitable for this type of construction.
Log selection
The trees are selected with care in the forest. We choose the straightest
ones with even diameters from one end to end. Next, the bark is stripped
from the logs, with care being taken to make sure each log maintains
its original shape. This is what gives our buildings their unique
appearance..
Insulation
To provide adequate insulation, the logs must be from 11 to 13 inches
in diameter. Wood has an average insulating property of RSI-1.8 per
inch, so a log have an 11-inch diameter to meet the Québec
standard of R-20. Also, because no nails are used, the building settles
evenly as the wood dries, increasing its already remarkable weather
tightness.
Each log is individually adjusted by hand using a transfer log scribe.
But the tool used most often for this complex assembly is the chainsaw.
Like the pieces of a jigsaw puzzle, one by one, each log is cut, grooved
and assembled with great care and knowledge. The weather tight fit
of each log is the structure’s greatest quality, although its
acoustical properties are sure to enchant the music lover as well.
Heat travels naturally
along the wood fibres to the heart of the log thus increasing its
thermal value, as you can see in the drawing (to the left, to the
right, above, below, opposite).
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