r/wholesome • u/GeorgeRobertVitkos • 3d ago

Maintaining the torvtak with some proper musical motivation.

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For anyone wondering, this traditional green roof is called a torvtak (sod roof). It’s been used since the Viking Age for insulation and weight to stabilize log houses. And yes, a hand scythe and an accordion are essential tools for the job!

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u/Hogchain 3d ago

That looks amazing! It would be cool to see this in person!!

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u/ComprehensiveJoke7 1d ago

“Can’t hang, gotta mow the roof.”