Uploaded September 2025 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago
Sheathing a wood framed structure should be fun. My kids got a kick out of nailing the panels on. I'm using OSB, which stands for Oriented Strand Board, in 7/16" thickness. The panels are spanning 2x8 framing members spaced 16 inches on center. The footprint is 12 feet by 16 feet, which is just under 200 square feet. The dimensions are nice because they are keeping to a 4 foot grid. Since the sheathing panels are 4x8, this means there is almost no waste material.
This off grid cabin will be insulated, heated, cooled, for a comfortable indoor environment year-round. It will be powered with it's own solar system with panels and battery.
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Amazon affiliate links:
Wall brackets (staging) Qualcraft. amzn.to/4njblJI
Book: "Superinsulated Truss-Frame House Construction" by Mark White. This book is the inspiration for the build in this video. amzn.to/4ltd2me
Book: "Designs for Glued Trusses" from Midwest Plan Services and Iowa State University, 1981. amzn.to/4ltd2me
Book: IRC, International Residential Code book I'm referencing. I'm using the 2021 version, but there is a 2024 version also available. amzn.to/45AhXMy
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Disclaimer:
My videos are in no way intended to be instructional "how-to" lessons. I am simply documenting my project for informational purposes. Property damage, personal injury, or death may result, even when following manufacturer's instructions. I cannot be held liable for such damage or injury. It is YOUR OBLIGATION to ensure that you are complying with any local and federal laws as well as code and permit requirements.
David Poz, LLC
Sheathing a wood framed structure should be fun. My kids got a kick out of nailing the panels on. I'm using OSB, which stands for Oriented Strand Board, in 7/16" thickness. The panels are spanning 2x8 framing members spaced 16 inches on center. The footprint is 12 feet by 16 feet, which is just under 200 square feet. The dimensions are nice because they are keeping to a 4 foot grid. Since the sheathing panels are 4x8, this means there is almost no waste material.
This off grid cabin will be insulated, heated, cooled, for a comfortable indoor environment year-round. It will be powered with it's own solar system with panels and battery.
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Amazon affiliate links:
Wall brackets (staging) Qualcraft. amzn.to/4njblJI
Book: "Superinsulated Truss-Frame House Construction" by Mark White. This book is the inspiration for the build in this video. amzn.to/4ltd2me
Book: "Designs for Glued Trusses" from Midwest Plan Services and Iowa State University, 1981. amzn.to/4ltd2me
Book: IRC, International Residential Code book I'm referencing. I'm using the 2021 version, but there is a 2024 version also available. amzn.to/45AhXMy
“As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.”
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Disclaimer:
My videos are in no way intended to be instructional "how-to" lessons. I am simply documenting my project for informational purposes. Property damage, personal injury, or death may result, even when following manufacturer's instructions. I cannot be held liable for such damage or injury. It is YOUR OBLIGATION to ensure that you are complying with any local and federal laws as well as code and permit requirements.
David Poz, LLC
