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That type of interior decor is very popular for the "vacation" homes in N. Wi. Like what was posted here, it's T&G pine, nailed just like you would do flooring (in the tongue), air nailer. Polyurethane finish is a LOT easier to apply before installation. No drywall, just installed directly to the joists after insulating. You'll just face nail and tongue nail the first board and face nail the last one. If any trim is installed in the corners or at the edges, the trim could hide the nail heads. If any pieces have to be butted together on the ends, it's a PITA, but the butts can be T&G'd to keep them even.
Double check the area that you'll be installing the T&G for squareness. Just like doing a roof, cheat a little on each board if necessary to ensure the last board is the same width at both ends.
If any of the studs/joists have high spots, they could be planed down, and any low spots shimmed up. Some installers place a layer of 1/4" or 3/8" blue board insulation under the T&G to help with noise abatement, and to help level out any irregularities.
You'll also want to store the wood indoors for a while to get it acclimated.
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My wife Terry and I spent the four day New Year weekend at the cabin and gave it a very good cold weather test. For most of that time temps were in the single digits and wind chills below zero. We also had a nice snow one night. First we needed some more firewood. Jerry Donner saved the day. My regular firewood guy was out of town and Jerry gave me what you see in the photo below. Jerry and his crew have basically done every thing that has been done on the farm except the carpentry. This includes clearing the trees and building the dam, building the fence, the road, the tornado shelter, all the concrete work, and welding whenever needed. A great guy and a great guy to know. He grew up in that area so when I need something he doesn't do he knows who I should call. I also buy my bison meat from him. Jerry (on the right) and his right hand man Adam. Earlier in this thread are a lot of photos with Adam on one kind of big machine or another. We had not stayed in the cabin when it had been this cold before so I was very interested in how comfortable it would be. It turned out to be quite comfortable with a big fire in the fireplace and occasional help from a small portable propane heater. We kept the kitchen counter area 60-65 which meant that everything closer to the fireplace was warmer than that. It was a fun time. This deer photo was taken by one of Scott's deer cams on Christmas day across the lake from the cabin.
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It's a Good Life, Lyle.
"Live like you'll die tomorrow, but manage your grass like you'll live forever." -S. M. Stirling
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Excerpt from Robert Crais' "The Monkey's Raincoat:" "She took another microscopic bite of her sandwich, then pushed it away. Maybe she absorbed nutrients from her surroundings."
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Sunil, we are cowards - that sounds way to cold!!
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That sure looks like the place to be rather than out on the ice. Oh I forgot the whole house is out on the ice.
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That's the best heated decorated ice shanty that I've ever seen! Just stick a pole out the window and you're in business.
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You got it all there Lyle. Gotta figure in some ice fishing though. I like esshup's idea.
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Is there any reason with regular feeding, Lyle's gang couldn't have beau coup big BG hanging around the cabin perimeter like all those gorgeous BG at Bent Hook Marina at Big Cedar? That'd make some awesome fishing for the Grandkids/dad.
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It would work if the water is deep enough ( 3-4 feet at least). Feeding would sure help.
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OK you've all got me kinna interested.
There is no ice fishing culture here because we don't normally have this cold of weather. How does one cut a hole in ice - we were there today and it appears to be at least 6" thick? What kind of fish will bite in cold weather? We do have lots of BG.
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Just 6 inches I would just take an axe make a 2 foot square and chop away It will be a little bit of work but not bad
"I think I have a nibble" Homer Simpson 34ac natural lake
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Been there, done that and got wet in the process! I use this auger to make holes: Strikemaster Lazer Auger Basically all fish will bite under the ice, the best ones to fish for are BG, YP, Crappie, LMB. I've had the best success downsizing the lures and using lighter line with a very small bobber. For bait, FHM, GS, mousies, spikes or wax worms.
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That is for sure.
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I am always stunned to see photos of your place Lyle, it's absolutely beautiful! You are building wonderful family memories that these children will fondly think back on for their entire lives.
JHAP ~~~~~~~~~~ "My mind is a raging torrent, flooded with rivulets of thought cascading into a waterfall of creative alternatives." ...Hedley Lamarr (that's Hedley not Hedy)
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+1. When can we have a PB meeting and campout at the house ? - -
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Thank you Jeff, I appreciate the kind words.
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We've had around 24" of snow and very cold since Christmas day so we became concerned about the possibility of a fish kill with all the snow on the ice. Shawn Banks came out with his crew and pushed the snow off of around 35% of the lake. They bored test holes for safety and found that the ice was 8" thick.
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Jeez, you can't even tell a pond is there.
JHAP ~~~~~~~~~~ "My mind is a raging torrent, flooded with rivulets of thought cascading into a waterfall of creative alternatives." ...Hedley Lamarr (that's Hedley not Hedy)
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I never did get ice fishing. Shortly after the lake had the snow pushed off the weather turned warm making the ice unsafe. By early this week it was water again. Now it has turned cold and there is once again a thin layer of ice. It snowed about 6" last night but I was not there. I spent Tuesday and Wednesday working really hard putting all the construction junk and other accumulated junk into a big dumpster I had delivered Tuesday morning. If I ever built again (not planning to)I would have the dumpster in place at the construction site. I needed to get this done before snake season. As it was I uncovered a skunk - and took off running and set a new record for the 20 yard dash. It was a nice sun rise yesterday morning so I shot a photo.
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These are the high points in life, Lyle. (the sunset, not the skunk-dash)
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Those shots of adrenalin work wonders, don't they! Beautiful pictures!
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Desire, skill and a passion... Very impressive!
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I appreciate the posts and the kind words.
I've been out of town the last two months but now back and ready to tackle some spring projects. The last two springs have been very dominated by construction so we're looking forward to being able to do some landscaping this year. We also plan to complete the outdoor kitchen by adding a limestone facade to the fireplace and counters.
Earlier in this thread we mentioned our lack of success in buying hundreds of small inexpensive trees and then not taking care of them. We are trying a new approach this year and will get just a few trees that we plan to take good care of.
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