The roof was one of the largest (and most expensive thus far) tasks of the cabin. First we had to deal with those beams which turned out to be a huge headache and frame the roof…twice. Then we had to paint 32 panels of siding for the underside in the hot sun and then haul them over to the site. Next was to tar paper the whole roof and put up the purlins.
Tar paper on
It was finally at this point that we could order and get started on the actual metal galvalume roofing. We chose a red color and I think it turned out beautifully.
The roof is pretty steep, but Waldemar (unlike the rest of us) had no fear
There is still a little gutter work that needs to be done, but overall the roof is finished. We finally have a dry, shady place for all the tools and materials (and people). And just in time too. We had gone about 3 weeks with no rain while we were in the process of the roof and then, the rains came. Britton happened to be in the cabin alone after the roof was finished as a major rainstorm started and he said it was wonderful! Secluded, rainy, jungle green outside but nice and dry inside. Just how you would want a roof to be!
Now THAT is great luck having no rains during the roofing!! You’ve avoided mold and other problems. It is really cool to be in a jungle during a rainstorm, for sure. The animals and insects quiet down, leaves rustle, and the smells are amazing as everything breathes out the oxygen from the rain.
You guys going to use the roof for a rain collection system?
I am thinking about a rain collection system, but more as a water feature of the property. Building a dam in the quebrada and letting the water collect would be a good place to grow water lilies and also would be fun for a bridge crossing!
Of course finishing the house and staying focused on one goal at a time is priority one..lol. Oh and tell Summer that we have a mosquito net for her 😉
Awesome color! I can just imagine the sound of the rain inside your home and as someone above said about the smells of the jungle would be heavenly!
Sure miss you guys, but would love to come visit, but we won’t be flying any more. Love you blog and pics, keep them coming!! 🙂