Log home construction, and methods
US6363672B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 27, 2000 |
| Grant date | Apr 2, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 27, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE04B2/705
- WIPO fieldCivil engineering
- WIPO sectorOther fields
Abstract
A log construction, such as a log home or log cabin. The construction includes a plurality of horizontal logs extending between vertical log posts. A cap log can extending across a length of at least three vertical log posts. The load of the structure, particularly the roof, is supported by the vertical log posts. The ends of the horizontal logs abut and are preferably secured to the vertical posts. In one embodiment, old or dead logs, rather than green logs, are used in the construction.
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