The thru-bolt system has been designed and developed to provide continuous vertical pressure on the log walls of a building. The logs are all milled to have a tongue and groove profile so that they may easily be stacked. After a course of logs are stacked, we apply to the top of both tongues on a log, a closed-cell pvc foam gasket tape which provides a positive air, water and dust seal. Once the logs have all been stacked, a 1/2" threaded rod is inserted in all of the drilled openings which were created in the factory prior to assembly. A compression spring is inserted onto the log and is compressed into place. With the springs being rated for a thousand pounds of pressure per foot and with approximately 40 rods and springs being used in the construction of a home, the system provides a totally airtight structure with no future maintenance issues regarding re-adjustments. Plus, by using this system, no chinking is required.
For additional information pertaining to our system, or to check out the current Holiday Special we are running, please visit our website at Muskoka Log Homes and Chalets Inc.
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