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BryanL
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# Posted: 30 Oct 2014 07:39pm
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Have decided due to costs, time frame and limited help I am going to buy one of those portable cabins you see from the Amish. I keep going back and forth between a porch cabin and a lofted barn cabin. I like the look of the barn and the idea of a loft but am not sure if I am missing any issues that could arise. I like the front porch cabins for their simplicity. Anyone have an opinion or a reason on which way to go?
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toyota_mdt_tech
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# Posted: 30 Oct 2014 10:35pm - Edited by: toyota_mdt_tech
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check out http://www.townandcountryplans.com
Then you can get an idea of what you want by looking at all the designs they have. I bought and built my cabin from their plans.
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OwenChristensen
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# Posted: 31 Oct 2014 09:30am
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It would be best if you had at least 2x6 rafters for insulation value. Most of the barn styles don't have them. Also if there is a chance you might add on someday, have them use long enough skids to do that without a joint in the skids.
Owen
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adakseabee
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# Posted: 31 Oct 2014 02:36pm
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I like covered porches. They are like an outside living room with a roof to keep the rain and hot summer sun off of my head while I'm chillin'.
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Steve_S
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# Posted: 1 Nov 2014 08:22am
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If your building a "Barn Style" / Gambrel Roof here is a web-tool that simplifies life a Great Deal:
Gambrel Roof Geometry Calculator
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toyota_mdt_tech
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# Posted: 1 Nov 2014 10:24am
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Steve, great website, I bookmarked that one. Its got loads more than just gambrel roofs. Thanks for the link! 
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smallworks
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# Posted: 6 May 2015 11:36pm
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Quoting: OwenChristensen It would be best if you had at least 2x6 rafters for insulation value.
We used Adirondack Storage Barns, an Amish outfit in North Lawrence & Chateaugay. They were flexible and we were able to get 2x6 construction, and a slightly different porch arrangement so we could add on to it. They also constructed the cabin on top of a 4' foundation we laid up. Definitely go with a porch. I wouldn't be surprised if they were able to accommodate you with a loft-style cabin & a porch, though you could probably add one later ?
If they offer metal roofs, go for one. I don't know how large your camp will be, but try to have 2 entries in case of emergency. We basically bought the box and are doing everything else. Completely satisfied with it.
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