Freshly milled, locally sourced dimensional 2×6 lumber matches the existing interior framing in the icehouse. In keeping with the historic preservation/rehabilitation objectives of this project we’ve eschewed standard factory-finished dimensional pine for locally harvested and milled hemlock to complement the same wood —albeit many generations removed — used to frame the icehouse back in the late 1800s.
Thanks, Team, for wrapping up a long day (and long week!) by unloading and stacking this new material.
In addition to the upsides of purchasing hyperlocal building supplies (supporting local business, minimizing carbon footprint, etc.) historic rehab challenges us to maintain consistent and cohesive construction when viable. This rough cut lumber provided by a local sawyer is old school in the best of ways. And it’s nominal and actual dimensions are identical!
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The omnipresent color this time of years, especially the brilliant fall foliage finds its way into every photo. In this one, a short video of Tony leaf blowing and aerating at the same time brilliant Yellowstone oranges steals the performance. Double duty: Explanation forthcoming. Soon. Maybe…
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