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Number 45 LogBuildingNews 5
The Russell Joseph
Tool System
by John Boys
For me, attending ILBA events are mostly
about the people who are a constant
source of inspiration and education.
Rendezvous 2003 was no exception.
Russell Joseph of Teton True Cut out of
Wilson, WY brought his tool guide system
and blew my socks off! (Gary Espe is still
looking for his shoes!) I have long held
that simple single purpose jigs and tools
are usually best though I have often
slipped into the temptation to create
Uber-jigs that can deal with all possible
variations of a problem, and usually end
up with a tool that can handle most situa-
tions but none of them well.
Russells System of interconnected mod-
ular linear slides is The Uber-jig! He pulled
his van up to the work site and started to
pull out a series of aluminum rails, car-
riages and assorted tools. Within minutes
he had set up a gantry and was taking
requests on what sort of cuts we wanted
to see. By mounting different tools such as
electric chainsaws, circular saws or large
routers he was able to make an endless
variety of cuts including mortises, hous-
ings, tenons, wall slots, keyways, grooves,
ats, beautiful electrical boxes Given a
bit more time Im sure he would have
been gang cutting the dovetail notches.
(He is working on it)
The strength of his system is its modu-
larity. The components can be combined
and recombined into a variety of different
machines limited only by imagination and
budget. The pictures (A+B) show a single
setup for machining window openings.
The term machining is appropriate this is
like bringing a multi-axis milling machine
to bear on the problem.
The electric chainsaw plunges through
TechTalkILBA members share ideas
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Pictures A & B as shown above display a
single setup for cutting window open-
ings.
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the wall, spring-loaded tool balancers
allow it to feed itself through the cut, pre-
positioned stops stop the cut at the sill.
After the rough opening is cut, the milling
head cuts the side bevels (inside and out),
sill bevel, trim ats and keyways all with a
precision Ive only dreamed about. With
the same components he can recongure
to mill electrical boxes or perfect wall slot
cuts or cabinet ats or...
Russell has spent 8 years testing, modi-
fying and working his system to the point
where he has something that I think is
revolutionary.
This has moved to the very top of my
tool wish list. It is going to be expensive
but incredibly productive. Get in line.
Bending Handrails
Jim Grieb of Brutus, Michigan, has been
involved in the log home industry since
1988. Ive never really done any notch-
ing, says Grieb, my speciality is nishing
the homes. He is known for his creative
stairways, railings and inventions, most
recently his ability to bend handrails. He
began searching for an alternative to lami-
nating, I was literally grasping at straws,
admits Grieb, when he came up with his
invention. Now perfected and working
efficiently, he stresses the hazards of work-
ing with a pressure steamer, and advises
people to not proceed independently to
1
TOP Russell cutting an electrical box
LEFT Some of the many cuts this jig is
capable of
RIGHT Jim Griebs pressure steamer in
action.
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create one themselves. If you want to do
this, you need to hire an engineer to
ensure your safety and the safety of oth-
ers, and there is also a substantial nancial
investment into the mechanism itself,
says Grieb. The following is the informa-
tion provided by Jim, in the ILBA member-
ship spirit of sharing ideas with fellow
crafts people.
The Hazard
Pressure cookers are hazardous and I can-
not over stress the importance of a large
and effective pressure relief valve. DO
NOT OVERLOOK THIS DETAIL and again
ensure that if you take on building any
such project you have a qualied engineer
approve the design. The force contained
within the pressure steamer unit becomes
evident when the pressure is released as
shown in photos 1 & 2. The noise is so
great that you cannot communicate with-
in 50 feet for about 5 to 10 minutes as
the pressure releases.
The Pressure Steamer
The pressure steamer as shown in photo
1 & 2, is a 21 foot long, 10" diameter,
3
/16" thick wall, made of structural steel
pipe. The door and end cap are
3
/4" plate
steel. The spring loaded pressure release
valve is set to 30 PSI on my unit. The
pressure gauge is clearly visible and is
used to indicate the feeding requirements
of the wood re. The steamer is pressure
tested to 100 PSI with compressed air.
The steamer sits in a cradle at a 12 degree
angle and is 2/3 lled with water and
1 cup fabric softener. Its approximate
weight when empty is 600 to 700 lbs.
The Bending Form
As shown in photo 3 & 4, the bending
form, is adjustable for different radiuses.
The hub is two
1
/4" steel plates 24" in
diameter. The threaded rod spokes are 1"
in diameter and 4' long. Power is provid-
ed by 2 lever winches, one for each end
2 3 4
8 LogBuildingNews September/October 2003
of the rail. I estimate cable tension to be approximately 1800 lbs.
The approximate weight of the form is 500 lbs. The plates, as
shown in photo 3, holding the outside of curving rail, are essen-
tial and prevent the initial bend in centre of the rail from rising
away from the form which will cause breakage. The form is
adjusted to a copper tube pattern bent to a desired shape. Over-
bend approximately 2" beyond desired shape as curves generally
relax slightly.
The Wood
My experience is with white ash only. I believe Black Ash, White
Oak, and White Elm will work as well. Use green wood only.
Bend squares; 5" x 5"; (I have had a 100% failure rate with
round material). Cutting ve pieces per log (Fig. 1) produces
four pieces with ideal
grain direction. Arrange
cuts to eliminate knots.
Centre piece; #5 will have
unavoidable knots causing
approximately 20% failure
rate. Bend rails so that
outside of log is outside of curve. Do not remove bark! Any slight
damage to outside surface of curve will cause tension failures.
The Process
Cook rails at 30 PSI for six hours. Release pressure slowly, approx-
imately 10 minutes, as rapid pressure loss will destroy wood.
Quickly move wood to bending form. Speed is advantageous, as
cool wood will not bend. Add plates to outside of curve and
tighten nuts quickly. Bending with lever winches should be done
quickly, but possibly not too fast; approximately 30 seconds has
been successful. Let rail cool overnight. Shape round prole with
chainsaw, planner and drawknife. The moisture in the green
wood will quickly evaporate when it is heated to 30 PSI. It will be
very dry overnight.
Finished Handrails
Figure 1
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A beautifully designed log home is a dream come true for some
homeowners, but that dream could turn into a nightmare if the
selected logs are defective, poorly handled, badly installed or
inadequately protected against natures elements.
Forintek has taken a lot of guesswork out of protecting and n-
ishing log construction with the release of its new Fact Sheet,
Protecting and Finishing Log Buildings. It covers the entire
process of protecting and maintaining a log structure, starting
with the selection of logs and moving through to annual mainte-
nance and renishing.
We have put together this publication because the area of n-
ishing and protecting log buildings has never really been com-
pletely covered in any one document as far as we know, says
Edmonton-based Forintek Industry Advisor and log building con-
struction specialist, Dalibor Houdek. Weve also received numer-
ous calls for information on this subject so it was time to address
it in an objective manner.
Forintek hopes that log builders will embrace the Fact Sheet as
quality, independent information and provide it to their archi-
tects, potential clients or existing log homeowners to help them
make the right decisions.
We felt that if the industry had an independent source of
information without endorsing specic systems or products, it
would give them ammunition when making their cases, says
Houdek.
The 16-page document is written in plain language and has
enough detailed information to appeal to anyone working with
or owning a log home. This includes log home manufacturers,
owners, log building architects, and restoration contractors.
Even log home designers
could benet from reading
this document, says
Houdek, because it covers
design features that help to
protect log buildings. For
example, the Fact Sheet
points out that nishes are a
Fact Sheet on Log Building Protection and Finishing
Fills Knowledge Gap among Builders and Owners
Dalibor Houdek, ILBA
Vice President, shows the
new sign he carved for the
ILBA office at our 2nd
Annual Fall Rendez-vous.
10 LogBuildingNews September/October 2003
complement to, not a replacement for, good
design, construction and maintenance.
The Fact Sheet begins with suggestions on
proper log selection. It explains the problems
associated with decay fungi and woodborers,
and the benets of kiln-drying. It then moves on
to the topic of log protection in transit to the
construction site specically the risk factors
that can result in log degradation.
It also tackles the issue of log building design,
and reinforces how proper design is essential for
the long-lived log structure. It explains the benets
of roof overhang and porches as a protection for
logs and nish, as well as how to avoid log damage
when untreated logs are unavoidably put in contact with high-
moisture, masonry or concrete. It also touches on how to avoid
log damage when shipping a log building to a termite zone.
For both log builders and owners, the Fact Sheet gives an
extensive explanation of wood nishes, water repellents, semi-
transparent penetrating stains, paints, solid color stains and clear
lms, discussing their proper use as well as their pros and cons.
Regular maintenance and cleaning of log structures is essential,
and the Fact Sheet dedicates an entire section to this topic for
the log building owner.
Annual cleaning is probably the most important single task to
perform, and an up close and personal annual cleaning regi-
men should be part of overall preventive maintenance. Readers
can also refer to the section on nuisances for wood
to help them recognize telltale signs that can lead
to potential problems in future.
All buildings need a facelift eventually, and log
structures are no exception. The Fact Sheet offers
information on renishing and wood treatments
to help log building owners achieve that like-new
appearance with their buildings.
It also provides a list of resources to comple-
ment the general information summarized in the
Fact Sheet. Forintek also has an excellent
resource of more specic information related to
log protection and nishing.
We have developed a large number of Fact Sheets on various
subjects, says Houdek, that cover in detail some of the issues
we discuss in this document.
Over the past seven years, the log building industry has grown
at a signicant pace and there are indications that demand will
continue. Thats good news for the ILBA members and the entire
log building community.
I believe that having reference documents like this Fact Sheet
will help the industry maintain a high level of customer satisfac-
tion regarding the durability and appearance of log buildings,
concludes Houdek.
The initial mailout of this newsletter includes a copy of this fact
sheet for all ILBA members at no charge-many thanks to Forintek
for their continued support of the handcrafted industry.
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Mark your calendars for the rst weekend
in April 2004, and plan to bring the crew!
A suggestion made by members who
want to ensure they attend plan to start
saving now $5-$10 a week off your
employees cheque towards the event
some company members have even cho-
sen to match their employees contribu-
tions. You might also consider alternatives
such as camping and carpooling. Use the
ILBA forum to coordinate your travel
plans.
Our conference location has cabins
available as well, so crews will be able to
save accommodation costs when staying
together. Events planned to date include MORE JIGS, as our Fall
Rendez-vous provided an abundance of jigs in use, we found
there was lots to learn and we plan to do this again. Martha and
Jeff Patterson will be providing insight on project management
scheduling to enhance the clients understanding of the building
project. A hands on workshop detailing chainsaw ling to allow
the builder nesse and ease when cutting various notches is also
on the schedule with Jeff Patterson. Further insurance round
table discussions are also planned, so bring your administrative
staff to ensure they go home with the latest in this important
part of running a business. Katharina Koelbel is planning the trip
from Germany to share further insight into log saunas, and will
be taking many photos in the upcoming months of various proj-
ects in Europe to inspire us all. We hope to get Jim Grieb out
with his spiral staircase workshop, and a surprise demonstration
of his scribers. We have a rigging workshop scheduled with pro-
fessional training coordinators, experienced in the log home
industry. Cyril Courtois of RCM CAD will be hosting a seminar on
visual animation, demonstrating the benets of such technology
when working with clients. We also plan to see David Rogers
back with a hands-on workshop on traditional hand tool tech-
niques used in the industry. Industry experts from Latvia, the
Czech Republic, as well as the author of Wood and Wood Joints,
Klaus Zwerger in from Austria, will be there to talk and share
their perspectives.
The above is just the tip of our schedule for the Spring AGM,
we welcome you to submit your ideas for events to Cathy, Ann,
or Robrt at the office ASAP, as we look forward to seeing you
all in April.
Spring AGM plans in the works
Tigh-Na-Mara Resort on Vancouver
Island near Parksville, British Columbia,
site of the 2004 ILBA spring AGM and
conference.
12 LogBuildingNews September/October 2003
2nd International Scientic
Conference: Log Building in Latvia
by Robrt Savignac
Latvia has a long and out-
standing tradition in build-
ing with logs. It is, howev-
er, only in the past dozen
years that this craft has
been re-popularized with
the ardent efforts of a dedi-
cated Crafts Guild and mas-
ter craftsmen who have
revived log building as a
commercial venture, ever
since the fall of communist regime, and Latvias independence
established in 1991. By May 2004, Latvia will also be included as
a member of the European Union and so is seeking to propel
into the market of log homes across Eastern and Central Europe.
The Latvian Chamber of Crafts and Trades, and the formation
of tradesmens brotherhood, dates as far back as the 13th centu-
ry. There is, in fact, an apprenticeship in log building currently
practiced, one of only 3 such apprenticeships that I am of aware
of world-wide. The year-long apprenticeship is followed by four
years as a junior tradesman, during which time the secrets of
the trade have to be mastered under the supervision of a mas-
ter tradesman. After this time, a sample of his work must be con-
structed and presented as a masterpiece.
On October 4th, 2003, I presented a keynote address to this
gathering of log builders at their second annual meeting. This
was preceded by a quick 2-day tour of current projects, includ-
ing the largest round-log structure in Europe, built by Vilnis
Vaivars, using over 1000 cubic meters of logs in the project (see
photo page 23). Latvia has a great sauna culture as well, and this
trip wasnt complete without the mandatory ailing of birch
switches in the hot chambers of the sauna, followed by a dram
of Russian cognac!
There are several
North American log
building companies
that have hosted
Latvian log builders
in their yards, and I
would encourage
more of the same,
given the dedication
to the craft I wit-
nessed in Latvia. As
well, there could as
easily be placements
in Latvia with Dziedrs Ltd., the Training, Building and Restoration
Company.
Riga, the capital of Latvia, has an outdoor museum minutes
out of town. The Latvian Ethnographic Open-Air Museum is one
of the largest and oldest museums of its kind in Europe. Over a
hundred buildings are on display, mostly log, and all inspiring.
As the ILBA looks to coordinate a European Log Builders
Conference in the near future, we would certainly be at a loss
not to include Riga as one of the meeting locations.
INSET Latvian Carpenter Chamber of Crafts Coat of Arms
ABOVE ILBA presentation at International trades fair, in Riga,
Latvia
LOWER LEFT Log cleat used to keep addition tied to main house
LOWER RIGHT One of over 100 historic log buildings at Latvia
Ethnographic Open-Air Museum
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glimpse of an up-coming collaborative project
based on the reconstruction of a wooden syna-
gogue with prayer hall built during the rst half of
the 17th Century, plus subsequent additions and
expansions up to 1765. In 1923, measured draw-
ings were made by Polish student architects, and
by 1929 the building was included on a list of
registered historic landmarks of Poland. In November 1941 the
Nazis deported and killed the Jewish community of Zabludow,
and blew up the historic synagogue, totally destroying it.
The tragic and horric demise of the Zabludow Synagogue,
along with most other
synagogues and all
aspects of Jewish culture
in Poland during the
Holocaust of WWII, is
once again drawing the
attention of individuals,
organizations and govern-
ments from around the
world, including UNESCOs International Fund
for the Promotion of Culture. During the inten-
sive and illuminating 12-day International
Workshops for Preservation of Historic Wood
Building Tradition, held September 24th to
October 4th, 2003, in Bialystok Poland, over 30
representatives of organizations from a dozen
countries met to plan the rst steps of a recon-
struction of the Zabludow Synagogue.
Reconstruction, reincarnation words that can
equally be used in describing the scope of work shall be under-
taken by a global community of craftspeople, historians, conser-
vators, and passionate amateurs working together over the
course of the next few years in the remaking of this 17th century
wooden Polish synagogue.
The ILBA has been iden-
tied as one of the part-
ners in this project, and
Robrt Savignac was hon-
ored to attend on behalf of
the association. A solid
week was spent touring
the Polish countryside in a
The Zabludow Project
by Ed Levin and Robrt Savignac
Photograph taken in 1923
of the Zabludow
Synagogue, built in 1635
and destroyed during
WW II.
A broad-based international workforce will give the
project its best and gain satisfaction in an achievement
of historic, cultural and religious signicance, thereby
taking a small step towards healing one of the worlds
harshest human tragedies.
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forensic exploration of wooden structures, analyzing the make-
up of houses, churches, cathedrals and other log and timber
buildings that continue to stand true after many centuries. These
forays focused on wood species, notch styles, log spans, timber
joints, and the technolo-
gies and tools used in
work comparable to that
of the Zabludow syna-
gogue. Essentially all
these wooden buildings
were log structures of
some description with
hand t, dovetailed
log/timber walls and
heavy timber roof struc-
tures.
Beyond detailing his-
torically accurate joints
and hand forging replica
BELOW Petr Ruzicka from the Czech Republic,
demonstrating the use of a medieval axe
reproduction during a session on the historic
application of tools, near Bialystok, Poland.
RIGHT Wooden church built in 1726, originally
Greco-Catholic, in Narew, Poland
16 LogBuildingNews September/October 2003
tools to cut them, this project has many other compelling layers
of cultural, social, and ethnographic signicance. A steering com-
mittee was formed to oversee the ongoing sequence of research
and construction, and to coordinate support and participation of
individuals and groups.
Foremost on our agenda is the opportunity for all to partici-
pate in this unparalleled learning experience.
The ILBA, with its broad scope of international resources, rich
with the skills and passions of our membership, can provide
guidance on the selection, preparation, and performance of log
and timber work. We can also use this project as catalyst and a
vehicle for learning and sharing, and the promotion of our craft
and trade, keeping alive the spirit of ne woodworking using
what nature provides, building with logs.
In keeping with its founding resolution, the success of the syn-
agogue reconstruction will undoubtedly lead to further projects
where borders are re-dened and multi-cultural collaboration will
revive other signicant wooden monuments.
Bialystok Resolution, October 3, 2003
We the participants in the rst international workshop for the
protection of wooden building traditions resolve to develop an
international learning network with local and regional partners
for the research, documentation, conservation and restoration of
heritage, cultural landscapes and historic wooden buildings using
traditional processes.
We are convinced that the reconstruction of the 17th Century
wooden synagogue of Zabludw, Poland, destroyed in World
War II, is vital for recovery of annihilated elements of European
cultural heritage.
Further information on the Zabludw project can be found on
the Internet at http://www.zabludow.com/Zabsynagogue1.html
ILBA members interested in either supporting this effort and/or
seeking participation should contact Robrt Savignac at the ILBA
office.
ABOVE ILBA and TF Guild
member Ed Levin study-
ing timber roof assembly
in one of many attic
visits
LEFT Wooden house in
the Polish countryside
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Per Design Basics Inc., one of the lead-
ing plan selling companies in the
nation, most consumers are selecting
homes that feature:
- Kitchens with double ovens
- Mixing different woods and nishes
- More pantry space
- Larger garages, primarily for organiza-
tion and storage
- More windows; fewer specialty win-
dows
- The rear foyer as a key space
Check out Design Basic they are a great
resource: www.designbasics.com
If youre looking to excel in todays
market, keep in mind, its not the size
of your company, the number of years
in you have been in business, the num-
ber of people you have working for
you, nor the amount of money you
have, its how you use technology in
getting information out to your cus-
tomers.
Looking for an easy display stand to dis-
play your photo or product book, use a
music stand. You can adjust the height
to 42" high, or lower it if someone
comes by your booth in wheelchair.
Do you think you have a high prole
customer? Go to www.google.com and
type in the customers name and check
out all the various articles and back-
ground information that have been
written up on him or her. In some cases
photos are available.
Its cheaper to work an existing lead
than it is to create a new one.
Stopping advertising to save money is
like stopping the clock to save time
Looking for a 2004 list of all the log
and timber home shows, advertising
deadlines, calendar of events deadlines
and editors for the key log home maga-
zines, send me an e-mail and Ill send
you off a complete list. See e-mail
address below.
Jerry Rouleau is the owner of J. Rouleau &
Associates, a marketing, training and
public relations rm that specializes in the
system built industry, and the author of
Selling New Homes: Sales & Marketing
Workbook for Million-Dollar Producers. For
more information on J. Rouleau &
Associates check out www.Jrouleau.com.
Jerry can be reached at 860 589-7391 or
by e-mail at: jerry.f.rouleau@valley.net
Sales and Marketing Tips
By Jerry Rouleau
According to the latest consumer housing trends the top three important spaces in a new
home are: 1. Kitchen, 2. Master Suite, 3. Storage and Closets
Your Log House
Its been in the making for several months, and
its now on the press. An exciting time for Vic
Janzen, one of the founding fathers of the ILBA,
to see his latest book to come to fruition. His
lifelong love affair with the industry began in
the Yukon, while hunting and trapping as a
youth, where he often took shelter in aban-
doned log cabins. At the age of 12 he built his
rst primitive log building, which was the
beginning of his long career in the handcraft-
ed world, including owning his own log
building company and teaching at the Allan Mackie School in
Prince George.
This book is useful for apprentices and other newcomers to
the craft. For the professional builder, it would also serve
prospective customers to both inspire them further and to bring
them up to speed on the language and concepts of log build-
ing, said Janzen.
The book includes a collection of 15 house plans which could
be added to the collections which
builders maintain to inspire their cus-
tomers in the design and features of their
project. There are over 250 illustrations
(drawings and photos). This is not a man-
ual that can be read as a book, put on the
shelf and the building started. It is for on-
site reference intended to be open on the
job. The book is written in a cumulative
style. That is, it is necessary to start at the
beginning and gain knowledge as the book
and building project progresses. For anyone
with a dream to build a log house or have one built professional-
ly, Vic has written this book to instruct, inspire and assist the
reader in becoming knowledgeable about log construction at
every level.
For further information on how to order the book which will
be available in November, you can visit his website
www.yourloghouse.com or call Vic directly at 604-858-4135.
Fall Rendez-
vous 2003
Im not sure when
the last time was I
had this much fun.
Im sure whenever
and whatever it was
it must have been
illegal.
Over the weekend
of September 1921
I helped teach a
workshop on a
Dovetail technique
developed by Jeff
Pedersen. The con-
cept was new to me
but with the exten-
sive notes and some careful coaching by Jeff over the phone
and fax we were able to build a small (16' x18') dovetail build-
ing. Mark Fritch led the roof-building workshop; Broad axe
workshop was lead by Vic Janzen and Dave Rogers. Robrt,
Cathy and Ann made sure everything went like clockwork. I
want to thank all the participants for their enthusiasm and their
patience for those moments when I disappeared into the woods
with my notes and calculator. I also want to thank a number of
individuals: David for his Dovetail jigs, Russell and his dad for
their inspiring tool system (see article), the boys from Artisan
Logwork for their amazing drawknives, Noel Cleveland at
Makita for the use of the 12" planer and the hard core crew of
Peter, Jochen, Pete, Pat, Tony, Greg, Dave, Uwe, James and John
who stuck with it to the end.
See you all in the spring in Parksville.
Warm regards,
John Boys
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Nat ural l y Perf ect
Hey Nature,
bri ng i t on.
Sansin offers a range of environmentally-friendly wood
coatings, chinkings and sealants designed to protect the
natural beauty of your log home. New Timber-Tec
Chinking
Mortar-textured sealant Superior ex and adhesion
UV Guard
Premium Caulk
Professional strength sealant Spans gaps up to 2"
Log Guard
Interior
Protective Wood Finish
Penetrates and protects
UV Guard
Backer Rod
The best backer rod on the market
Triple Stretch
Textured Caulk
Professional strength sealant textured nish
Stay Clean I/E & CPF 2D
Additives to inhibit mold, mildew and insects
UV Guard