Building a Cabin with My 9-Year-Old Son: A Heartwarming Project

👨‍🔧The project was an opportunity for the father and son to spend quality time together and bond while learning construction skills.

🌳Clearing the ground and cutting down trees was the first step in preparing the site for the cabin construction.

🏗️They used post frame construction, setting treated posts in the ground and building the framing sideways for simplicity.

🪚The father and son faced challenges like hitting roots and rocks while digging post holes but overcame them through determination and hard work.

🔨Working together, they framed the walls, installed windows and doors, and completed the siding of the cabin.

How old is the son?

—The son is 9 years old.

What construction method did they use?

—They used post frame construction to build the cabin.

What were the challenges they faced?

—They faced challenges like hitting roots and rocks while digging post holes.

Did they complete the cabin?

—The video shows the progress of building the exterior of the cabin. They have plans for the interior.

What skills did the son learn?

—The son learned construction skills like ground clearing, framing, roofing, and siding.

00:01The father and his 9-year-old son decided to build a cabin together.

00:06They started by clearing the ground and cutting down trees.

00:16Post frame construction was chosen for its simplicity and familiarity.

00:32Facing challenges like hitting roots and rocks, they persevered.

01:55They framed the walls, installed windows and doors, and completed the siding.

03:34The metal roof was installed, adding a unique touch to the cabin.

04:06The progress of the cabin exterior was completed just in time for the cold weather.

07:58The finishing touch was applying poplar siding and baton strips to cover the seams.