Chinking and daubing

Oct 072019
 

  • May 2019: The last part of the project, was to do the chinking and daubing. The mixture used was based on recommendations from Texas Historical Commission, and the work performed by a man recommended by Bosque Museum. 

New door

Oct 072019
 
December 2018: A new door was made by cedar panels. The old hinges were re-used, and an old lock was brought from Norway.

Replacing the roof

Oct 072019
 

  • May/June 2018: Installation of cedar rafters.

Logs and limestones

Oct 072019
 

  • April/May 2018: One of the logs had been damaged due to a water leak, and needed to be replaced.

Removal of shed addition

Oct 072019
 
April 2018: The first step, was to remove the added shed, to get access to the log walls, and the roof on the cabin.
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