Big Sky MT construction / Discussions

What is the best way to insulate the exterior of a log home?

...Big Sky MT, old log home I want to insulate on the outside and put on metal siding. How do you manage moisture and accommodate the movement of the logs? Insulating the outside of a log house in a cold climate is a smart idea, as wood is generally considered to be only about R1 per inch. Typically log homes don’t have v...

Posted by Curtis Settergren March 31, 2025 Wall assemblies - new construction 1 response