Log houses are known as prestigious, eco – friendly and healthy houses.
They are solid and sustainable constructions.
Reisin marks that remain in the log’s structure have a benefic impact on the respiratory system of those who enhabit these types of houses. The warm and natural colour of the wood positively influences the state of mind, calms the nervous system and creates a comfortable living environment.
Timber is the basic material used in the construction of these houses. Timber is a natural and ecological material, which does not cause damage to one’s health. It is also one of the oldest building materials.
Logs help keep a balance of the moisture in the house, thus, if it raises, the walls begin to absorb it. If the environment becomes too dry, then the wood will „bring back” the humidity. This is why indoors you have the same humidity level as outdoors. Contrary to other types of houses, the air from wooden constructions never gets too dry.
Wood’s ability to retain and restore humidity helps mentain a constant temperature indoors.
The logs from the house’s structure „breathe” thus, there is no need for an air conditioning system, the house already having a natural ventilation system.
There is no dust in log houses. Wood’s electrostatic proprieties don’t allow the formation and accumulation of dust in the rooms.
This is another advantage of these houses, reccomanding them to people who suffer from allergies.
Wood is a sustainable building material. Put together in a correct manner, they can last for centuries. In Siberia and other Scandinavian countries there are wooden houses for 600 years, in perfect condition. Developed using modern technologies, their sustainability can raise considerably.
Wooden walls have isolative proprieties. In Siberia, where temperatures drop below 40 degrees in winter, not long ago, people lived in wood houses with walls 25-30cm thick. A wall this thick has a isolative capacity equal to that of a concrete wall. The walls keep the warmth and distribute in gradually around the house. Thus, the room’s temperature is the same as the wall’s. This creates comfort in this type of houses
Dry wood is a good sound isolator. Its physical proprieties ensure good sound absorbtion and prevent its distribution. Wood is also known for its ability to absorb and minimise vibrations. |
