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A powerful earthquake is unlikely in the UK, but it is reassuring to know that your log house is strong enough to withstand one. This is what Hirsiset say...

In the areas where risk of seismic activity exist, it would be most recommendable to choose a log building, as it bears the seismic loads well. The need of reconstruction essentially decreases.

Initial data such as seismic load is carefully taken into account in the planning process of Hirsiset Log Houses. Solid log buildings bear seismic loads exceptionally well, whereas nearby buildings have suffered catastrophic failure. Through the years we have had many satisfied customers, who have been extremely grateful for the Hirsiset Log House quality after experiencing strong natural phenomenons.

The effects of an earthquake to the structures of a building

In order to bear seismic loads, the building must endure both horizontal and vertical transitions without collapsing. Rigid and brittle structures as a rule do not function well in earthquake situations, since even small transitions could induce serious breaks.

Hirsiset Log House has tough structure with viscous joints. The structure has a strong capacity for deformations, and thus it endures them well. The lightness of wooden structures and the clear design also help in enduring the strain of an earthquake.

 Individual seismic planning of Hirsiset Log Houses

The seismic loads are taken into consideration both in design of the log profiles, and when planning the structural details of a Hirsiset Log House. The structures for each building is planned individually and considering the local values for seismic loads (Eurocode). The house and its joints endure the required amount of seismic loads, and a sufficient anchoring will be able to carry these loads to the foundations.

A Hirsiset Log House and its joints endure the required amount of seismic loads, and sufficient anchoring will be able to carry these loads to the foundations.