Traditional Scribe-Fit

The most commonly used hand-crafted technique today is the scribe-fit saddle notch, which is a modified version of the traditional round notch. This gives a tighter fit in the corner notch and much better energy efficiency.

The log walls are constructed by fitting the logs horizontally on top of the other, following the natural contour of the log below. This contour fit is achieved with a special scribing/marking tool. Using only chain saws and hand tools, a profile is cut following the contour of each log, allowing a special insulation to be placed (see drawing).

The insulation used is the latest technology EM-Seal^©, which is very effective to resist air infiltration. Sheeps wool is also used for extra insulation. The logs used are large diameter (average 45 cm butts and 30 cm min. tops ) douglas fir, western red cedar or yellow cedar.