B. Allan Mackie has spent the last several years creating his own 9-part series of information-packed instructional videos designed for the serious builder. Narrated by BAM himself, they contain everything you need to know to construct your own state-of-the-art log buildings. They are available individually and as a set in both European (PAL) and North American formats. They are currently being translated into Japanese, Korean, and German.
NOW AVAILABLE IN DVD!!!
contact B.A.M. directly for more information ballanmackie@zeuter.com
Building With Logs, the complete educational video guide to log building.
- Introduction
- Tools and Terms
- House Start
- Basic Building
- Other Notches I
- Other Notches II
- Walls, Windows and Doors
- Joists and Beams/ Roof Systems I
- Roof Systems II
This introductory video outlines the general requirements and preparations for working on a log building. It emphasizes serious safety instructions, particularly chain saw safety.
Demonstrates the necessary tools and explains log building terminology.
Preparation of building site and instructions for setting up pre-building site.
This video demonstrates a basic saddle notch practice technique and shows the complete procedure for placing a log on the building.
Step-by-step instructions for the Blind Dovetail Notch, Lock Notch and Square Notch.
Step-by-step instructions for the Round Notch, Blind Wall Notch, Dovetail Notch and Post Notch
Basic instructions for wall construction and control, openings for windows and doors and instructions for electrical access.
Complete instructions on placing second floor beams and for post and beam roof systems.
Step-by-step detail on building king post trusses.
Please send cheque or money order to:
14 Halton St
Toronto, ON
Canada
M6J 1R3
Canada:
Single Videos $ 50.00
Complete Set $400.00
Please add 7% GST
Postage not included
U.S.A.:
Single Videos $ 37.50
Complete Set $300.00
Postage not included
Overseas customers please pay in Canadian funds.
