I Use Birch Bark For Roofing My Log Cabin | Forest of Sweden
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- Опубліковано 28 вер 2024
- Birch Bark is a fascinating material that mother nature provides. Holds lots of properties and uses. Perfect for water sealing a log cabin roof and holds for more than a 100 years. Birch Bark is easily peeled in the middle of summer, here in Sweden. If harvested correctly it doesn't hurt the tree and will grow back.
My local village used to dig for clay and burn it into roof tiles, a long time ago. These tiles are still used on buildings here today and can be found on abandoned log cabins. I had the opportunity to reuse these very same tiles, that will hopefully last even through my generation.
My Story:
When I graduated high school I sought a big challenge in life. To alone, with only simple hand tools and raw power, build my own traditional off grid log cabin by hand from the materials of the Swedish forest. I film everything myself and edit these videos so you can follow my journey and hopefully learn as I do. I have no earlier experience in any of this, just a visualization of what I want to achieve and willpower to learn and improve everything necessary. So I enjoy reading good advice in the comments. Enjoy!
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This channel is a very good example that hard works pays off.
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Hard work gaining knowledge to do so much of this himself, though the dog did supervise.
Well you sure haven't been in any poor county ever. The hardest working are usually those who make the least amount of money
@@christiankippi1980 Sweden is NOT a poor country, pretty well doing, almost like, not quite Norway! Reason Erik is doing this old fashion way, with handtools only, is the show people, you can built well, cheap, and it will last a long time, when you are willing to work hard!! And, sure, looks good too=)
You can tell how pleased he was with himself for using that branch to carry the bark more easily by the amount of clips of him carrying it 😂 well done, Erik, very impressive
YAYYYYYYYYYYY !!!!!!! We missed you Eric we missed you !!!!
Så oerhört imponerande. Jag visade dina videos för min 82 årige far. Nu sitter han som trollbunden och ser på alla dina videos. Han får något drömskt i blicken och njuter av varje sekund. "Fy fan vilken duktig kille, det här skulle alla tv-spels ungdomar behöva se". Stort tack för det nöje du skänker mig, min far och alla andra!!
Not only the Time and energy that you’ve put in this project, but also the way you filmed it. We silently follow you during the process and we just watch, trying to understand by ourselves each step of the construction.
Мужчина. Дом почти построил. Осталось, как в пословице, дерево и сына. Успехов!
This guy is a inspiration to the younger generation. I remember growing up in my teens on my grandfathers ranch. I had to get up before school to muck and feed all the live stock namely goats. This gentleman is from a different era with his attention to detail, and his work ethics. Erik you are one fine gentleman to say the very least, you are humble and creative.
Labour of love. A beautiful cabin made by an amazing young lad ❤️
Crazy how you just started frmo no experience at all. I bet you've watched some videos on how to build a log cabin and many sources with rich info. But still, this is something I would see an educated engineer or architect try, not a frsh out of high school boy. You're a true inspiration!
Erik, you and your log cabin are gorgeous, thank you for the great cinematography!
Love this can't wait for the next video been watching this since the beginning amazing hard work that pays off
Sitting in a dry cabin you made yourself while it rains all around is one of the most satisfying feelings in the world.
Especially if you got a girl in there with ya
@@mitch9186 xD
@@mitch9186 depend on what kind of girl.
A feeling 99,98 of all viewers will never experience…
Definitely is. Ive made shelter and blinds..but this mad here...he made a home!
Thank you for being inspirational. Your hard work has not only inspired me but watching your videos has gotten me through a really tough time in my life. I recently found your channel. I don't normally watch a lot of UA-cam but the calmness of your videos was exactly what I needed this past week. I would love to attempt something like this in my lifetime. Thank you for taking the time to do this. I can tell you put so much love into building your cabin. I'm looking forward to seeing your next update on the work. All the best. Thanks for being a top bloke 👍🏽
I’ve missed your videos, they weren’t showing up in my feed. So glad you posted these, I’ve watched all of them.You bring such hope to your generation. God bless you my young friend 🙂 stay safe and strong 💪🏽
I missed you, Erik! Thank you for the great content as always!
Hej erik ett varmt tack för allt du lägger upp på UA-cam en förebild till alla vilsa människor som vill överleva mvh
I love seeing the progress. Watching you peel the trees was so satisfying
Birtch bark is waterproof and has some medicinal uses also. If harvested correctly it doesn't kill the tree. I know because I just had to look it up lol
Does it regrow?
@@finntech531
Yup!
@@finntech531 no
I was gonna ask how that affects the tree. What’s he’s doing appears to be very careful and gentle.
@@GardenGuy1942 It regrows if you don't cut too deep. If you just peel off the outer layers the tree is fine.
Admiro tu paciencia y dedicación... Saludos desde el sur de Chile.
Hard to believe you are not experienced! Very impressive work. I really enjoyed watching you complete this project.
Glad you are back. We wondered what you have been doing. This is a great addition to this series. What an amazing work you are doing. Thanks for taking the time to document it for us. You inspire many. Your skill in carefully building this cabin is so obvious but also you take time to make an excellent video...another good skill. Good on you young man. Will wait for the next installment.
Scandinavian architecture is amazing and time-tested. 👏 What a beautiful structure! I am addicted to your channel and watching every episode one after another. I'm all signed up with Revolution Race.
I loved this video, and I've enjoyed the previous ones I've watched. To me the power of the story you are telling is amplified by your strong images, a sense of peacefulness, and the absence of narration draws me into a sense of being there.
You are doing an amazing job. I love all of the natural materials you are using.
Erik wonderful video I enjoy watching your progress with your cabin it is coming along nicely I wish you all the best wishes in its completion .be safe friend .
His dexterity, sense of timing,, balance cerebellum stuff real good. something to watch.
Ive really enjoyed watching your skillful engineering and ability to resource materials and incorporate them into your amazing log cabin.
This is great Erik I am happy you show us the roof am glad you had a grand trip !!!
The mix of old tiles and fresh lumber is fantastic.
16:20 "Легким движением руки брюки превращаются в элегантные шорты!"
Beautiful summer, beautiful work.
Beautiful roof, recycled and natural materials that both have real character.
Erik, your videos are so soothing. I made a hot cup of tea with fresh mint leaves to sit down and watch this.
next projects kitchen and dining table outside !! success always for you
You worked very hard again. the trees, the nature, of course your dog is beautiful. It is a great reward to process these blessings given by God in the most perfect way. with youth and health , how lucky are you to be able to do these marvelous things . may god always make you such a strong and resourceful person my friend...
I was just rewatching Old videos yesterday! Love the roof Sir!
Kul att se ditt jobb.. själv så renoverar jag fädbodar åt mora kommun 🇸🇪
Here's hoping in the spring Erik can tap some of those birch trees and start brewing some Birch Beer at the cabin.
Hi,this beautiful story of the cottage, lots of nature and bird climbs.
That dog is a treasure. Digging holes, helping you peel bark, trying to eat the mosquitoes 😅
That roof is absolutely beautiful
Ha! I have been waiting for a summer video, and it does offer evidence that swimming is a winter activity. 😀 The main roof tiles sit in place held only by their weight? I saw holes in them, but you seem to have placed them overlapping the lower tile.
Good for you for salvaging those roof tiles. It's crazy to me that someone would just let those wonderful things be abandoned. Also, where is your kitty friend? He might be a good mouser to keep around!
i just love how the dog tries to help with everything
Resourceful, intelligent, humble. Welcome back! Such a pleasure watching you make your piece of paradise.
Je t'aime beaucoup 😍🥰♥️🇲🇦♥️🥰😍♥️
It's looking better on every video. Well done and thanks for the share...
From a modest Google search….”Removal of even a vertical strip of bark less than one-fourth the circumference of the tree will harm the tree, but not kill the tree. ... The reason for damage due to girdling is that the phloem layer of tissue just below the bark is responsible for carrying food produced in the leaves by photosynthesis to the roots”.
Thank you for your explanation, I see, birch bark, waterproof, hand-made wooden houses, very emotional, bred beauty, and wisdom! Exquisite wooden house, I really like this whole process, great work of art! Thanks for sharing
I like how the Dog snacked on that fly buzzing over his head,LOL..(15.10)
We've really enjoyed watching what you've done in the old traditional ways. It's been an experience and we're looking forward to seeing the finished product with doors, windows and whatever kind of heating source you've come up with. We also really like how you've incorporated nature and animals into your videos. It's nice watching how you enjoy ALL that you are doing.
Thanks for the update, things are looking good.
I hope RVRC are paying him handsomely for his advertisements.
Truly, Patience is a virtue. Stay safe! 💪
The puppy steals the show.
Oh my goodnes that puppy! I have no idea what is happening but this is the part I have been waiting for! Yay!
My pup was extremely curious any time I did garden work or some hammering or cutting he would be almost on my lap while I worked. He’s such a good dog, your little fella is beautiful!
Da Iawn Erik, tô hyfred. Bra jobbat Erik vackert tak.
I think a chimney would be a nice addition? Could go on the back wall of the cabin. You could cut a rectangular shape and build the chimney there, attaching it to the back. Just an idea!
The most entertaining channel on youtibr. You cannot change my mind.
Your dog is the best!
The way he caught the fly 🤣 "mmm sky raisins!" 🤣
Geni och galenskap ligger nära varandra. Hälsningar från Tyskland
Great roof, well done
👍for reusing tiles!
I would like to see this roof after the real storm with strong wind.
Bravissimo complimenti sei un artista
What a milestone. Very tidy job.
Dog are just the best! What a little stunner😍
U r back 😎👌🏻😄
Love what you’ve done (!!!) and love ❤️ 💕 your new companion 🤙🏽
How amazing, rustic and educational. Thanks, Erik!!! Did you smile at 3:42? :)
Very skilled man at young age. First time i watched your channel.
Hello from Minnesota USA!! Love that you reused the roofing tiles. Nice job and keep up the great work!! Oh and Love that pup!
Zen Master at work 👍
The roof looks excellent 😃👌👌👏👏👏
I from indonesia
like and nice home you 😍😍
A lot of work man. Looks good quality
RESPECT BRADA
Du!! Just du. Du får mig alltid lugn när jag kollar in dina,Episode....! TACK!
This is a real man
Eric, I'm getting.worried, hope everything is OK. Hope to see you soon. Bye for now. Just a worried friend. LOL 🤗
I like that you can repurpose the tiles, but will the old barn be saved? It still looks like the logs and such are in good shape.
Looks amazing, love the vids, I don't get to hear the sounds of nature where I live so this is awesome content you could put this in the ASMR category maybe lol, great job my friend
This channel is one of the most inspiring on this hellish website. Kudos, Erik and greetings from Switzrland!
the puppy 😍😊
Recycling, good work!
Your puppy is stealing the show lol
Your German Short hair is an exact clone of mine. Amazing bread for an active lifestyle.
Cool! Nice job dude!
11:15 Mind-expanding trousers.
Knowing what clay tiles weigh (I have them on my barn), walking around with 13 of them (I counted) in the forest is heavy work.
Is there a chance you could number the videos from No. 1 to No. ?. I'm loosing track, back and forth, even though I love it all!
Will the birch trees grow new bark (from where you removed it ). ?? Awesome work. I enjoy this channel. The ridge line on this roof looks amazing.
No it won't grow new bark but birch survives this if you just take the outermost layer as Eric did.
Pretty much shingled straight-up. But a little bark on the edges. But mostly just store bought shingles on this one
Very nice work! Anyways, I think it‘s super important to not take too much bark from a single birch or otherwise the tree will die…
Nice work man!
Hello good job !
15:50 AAWWW! 😍 Helping? 😁
Btw - a beautiful roof!
Cool !
Everytime I see roofing like that it reminds me of that scene in the movie Jurassic Park.