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(Created page with "== Introduction == Log building is a traditional method of construction that uses logs as the primary structural element. This technique has been used for thousands of years in many parts of the world, and is still widely used today for residential and commercial structures. Log buildings are known for their durability, energy efficiency, and aesthetic appeal. They are also considered to be a sustainable form of construction due to the use of natural materials. == Histo...") |
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The history of log building dates back to the Neolithic period, when humans first began to construct permanent dwellings. The earliest known log structures were found in Northern Europe, particularly in countries such as Sweden, Norway, and Finland. These buildings were typically small and simple, consisting of a single room with a central hearth. Over time, log construction techniques evolved and became more sophisticated, with the introduction of corner notching and other methods of joining logs together. | The history of log building dates back to the Neolithic period, when humans first began to construct permanent dwellings. The earliest known log structures were found in Northern Europe, particularly in countries such as Sweden, Norway, and Finland. These buildings were typically small and simple, consisting of a single room with a central hearth. Over time, log construction techniques evolved and became more sophisticated, with the introduction of corner notching and other methods of joining logs together. | ||
[[Image:Detail-145417.jpg|thumb|center|A traditional log building with a pitched roof and a chimney.]] | |||
== Construction Techniques == | == Construction Techniques == | ||