New bed storage unit fully in place. Perfect view of the vernal stream out the window. Plz note the Mexican blanket carpeting is not part of the permanent decor, FPO.

These cut outs for the loft floor allow it to fit around the roof joists. Was really happy I got a perfect fit on the first cut. These mothers are kinda heavy to lift up and down 8’ by yourself over and over again. I sanded the top and bottom bc who knows how long it will be before I can properly finish it. View high resolution

These cut outs for the loft floor allow it to fit around the roof joists. Was really happy I got a perfect fit on the first cut. These mothers are kinda heavy to lift up and down 8’ by yourself over and over again. I sanded the top and bottom bc who knows how long it will be before I can properly finish it.

Built the loft this weekend. Here are the rafters in place. I tapered the ends to match the roof and notched them to sit between the walls. View high resolution

Built the loft this weekend. Here are the rafters in place. I tapered the ends to match the roof and notched them to sit between the walls.

This is where all that dirt ended up! Trying to grade out the front so that the transition is easier. Will eventually plant a nice box wood or something under that window to hide the foundation. View high resolution

This is where all that dirt ended up! Trying to grade out the front so that the transition is easier. Will eventually plant a nice box wood or something under that window to hide the foundation.

Lowered the ground around the back edge of the cabin so that I don’t get splash back on the siding every time it rains. Pulled about 7 wheel barrows of rocks and dirt. View high resolution

Lowered the ground around the back edge of the cabin so that I don’t get splash back on the siding every time it rains. Pulled about 7 wheel barrows of rocks and dirt.

First work of the new year! Stone “patio” in place to get ready for my steps. Nearly threw my back lugging these monsters around. Hope to begin working on the interior next. View high resolution

First work of the new year! Stone “patio” in place to get ready for my steps. Nearly threw my back lugging these monsters around. Hope to begin working on the interior next.

aguidetotheoutdoors asked: Hey! I hope this isn't rude, but can I ask how much your metal roofing was? I'm looking into it for myself and yours looks fantastic! :)

not rude at all! the roofing was pretty reasonable considering what you get. I looked around and went with:

http://www.metalsales.us.com/panel/classic-rib/

They had a 45 year warranty and the price was even a little cheaper than the competitors. As I remember all in for the roof, including trim, and matching fasteners was around $800 and change. This is for a roof that is 16’ x 9’ on both sides. The trim and fasteners add almost $300 to the cost, but you need to do it right if you are bothering to do it.

I do recall the supplier telling me due to steel prices the costs were going to go up in a few months. I don’t imagine it was more than 10% though.

In hindsight I would have done the subroof in boards instead of plywood, but that would have also cost a little more. It’s nicer to look at from the inside than plywood!

Be sure you really take your time in lining up your subroof, make sure it is 100% square all the way, otherwise you are going to have a hell of a time installing the metal roofing. If it’s all plumb and square it goes up easy as pie.

Also don’t use any treated wood where the roof or roof trim touches, unless you can put a non-permeable substrate between the two. I ran into a spot of trouble w/ my PT fascia. Ended up running a line of their Tacky Tape between the eave trim and my fascia to create a barrier.

If you have any other questions don’t hesitate to ask!

Looking forward to the spring thaw so I can start tinkering away on the interior. View high resolution

Looking forward to the spring thaw so I can start tinkering away on the interior.

Teeny panorama View high resolution

Teeny panorama

Checked on the cabin this weekend. It’s still there. And it’s still level! @boydalan View high resolution

Checked on the cabin this weekend. It’s still there. And it’s still level! @boydalan