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NorthwoodsGuy
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# Posted: 20 May 2016 13:53
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Hey everyone- I'm new here. Well, technically, I've been lurking for a while, but now that we are about to build, I figured I would sign up and introduce myself.

A couple of years ago my wife and I purchased 20 acres near the North Shore of Lake Superior in Northern MN. We got a driveway in right away, but want to spend time up on the land not in a tent.

To start out, we are planning a small 12x16 shack. We may build something larger later and turn it into a sauna. I am building my floorplan with that in mind. We are headed up next weekend to start the work. I will post some pics when I have them, and questions as they arise....

NorthwoodsGuy
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# Posted: 20 May 2016 13:58
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A view of the land. That's Lake Superior in the distance...
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carr0406
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# Posted: 20 May 2016 16:14
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The North Shore is a great spot to build a cabin! I am also building in that area. I think its smart to start small so you can use it sooner. I have yet to spend the night in mine but hopefully this summer! Good luck on your build!

fiftyfifty
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# Posted: 20 May 2016 16:36
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Nice view. We hope to be on the North Shore too sometime soon.

ShabinNo5
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# Posted: 22 May 2016 09:05
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Welcome, our place is also in view of Lake Superior. Welcome to bedrock

Looking forward to pictures.

timcook
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# Posted: 23 May 2016 10:25
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12x16 is perfect size, you can really do alot with that size and be comfy, enjoy !! and good luck on the build.

NorthwoodsGuy
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# Posted: 8 Jun 2016 15:00
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Just got back from twelve days on the land, and we have a pretty good start on our cabin. I started with skids and 2x10 treated on top. We put treated ply underneath, insulated with fiberglass, and then T&G plywood sheeting. Sealed the gaps and seams with Great Stuff, PL Pro on all the sheeting.
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NorthwoodsGuy
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# Posted: 8 Jun 2016 15:02
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Walls are 2x6, OSB sheeting, gable roof with rafters resting on a ridge board.
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Just
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# Posted: 8 Jun 2016 15:15
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Looks good . think rafter ties next . IF only a metal strap over the tops .

NorthwoodsGuy
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# Posted: 8 Jun 2016 16:20
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There is a loft over half of it, and we put up a metal roof over 30# felt. No roof overhang in the front, because we will put in a porch and extend the roof forward at that time. Otherwise, a 2 foot overhang all the way around.
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creeky
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# Posted: 8 Jun 2016 16:44
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Looking good. And not much compares to that feeling you get when you're dried in.

NorthwoodsGuy
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# Posted: 8 Jun 2016 16:55
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Creeky- you can say that again. We had enough rain delays to make us understand the value of having a roof...

NorthwoodsGuy
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# Posted: 28 Jun 2016 13:16
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We got up for a delayed long weekend, and I got the soffit and fascia in on the eave ends. Also did some smaller projects, like putting in some front steps, temporary counter top, and clothes hooks and such inside.
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Absolutely
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# Posted: 28 Jun 2016 13:44
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Looks great.

I'm curious about your metal roof, specifically the ridge cap. Did you do anything special to finish the ends or did you just leave it as-is overhanging the panels at the gable ends? It looks like mine (Ideal Roofing) and I'm still pondering my options.

NorthwoodsGuy
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# Posted: 28 Jun 2016 14:56
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Absolutely- The roofing products are Pro-Rib, stocked at Menard's. I'm still pondering what I want to do with the ends of the ridge cap. The ridge cap closures weren't in stock when I placed my order, so it is tacked in for the moment and I still have some work to do up there. When I get the closures I will have to figure out what to do with the gable ends. I plan on putting a 4' porch extension out front so the front end is going to be temporary anyways.

carr0406
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# Posted: 24 Aug 2016 08:55
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Just thought I'd mention if you want insurance eventually I was able to get it locally at Harbor Insurance for a decent price. Wood stove wasn't a problem either.

NorthwoodsGuy
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# Posted: 6 Sep 2017 15:47
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It's been a while since I posted updates. We got insulation and wiring roughed in last fall, and just came back from putting up some siding. Cedar on the outside and pine inside.
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KabinKat
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# Posted: 23 Jun 2018 19:18
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Really nice, secluded place!

HappyCamper519
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# Posted: 25 Jun 2018 22:28
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It's beautiful!

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