SOTF Base Building Estimator
Select structure types and quantities to calculate total raw materials needed. Includes a Kelvin gather time estimate based on community data. Note: exact log counts vary by build size — these are practical estimates.
Structures to Build
Log Cabin (basic)
75 Logs · 2 Rope
Treehouse Shelter
70 Logs · 1 Rope
Log Wall Section
8 Logs
Log Floor Section
4 Logs
Stick Shelter
6 Sticks · 10 Leaves
Tarp Camp
1 Tarp · 2 Sticks
Stick Bed
16 Sticks · 1 Duct Tape
Basic Table (3 logs)
3 Logs
Defensive Wall (4 sections)
32 Logs
Door Frame + Door
6 Logs · 1 Rope
Watchtower (basic)
40 Logs · 20 Sticks · 2 Rope
Storage Container (log)
8 Logs
Add structures above to calculate material requirements.
Material Reference Notes
| Reference | Notes |
|---|---|
| Logs per tree | ~6 logs from a standard felled tree (varies by tree size) |
| Kelvin gather rate | ~2 logs/minute when on "Get Logs" task (community estimate) |
| Log Cabin | ~75 logs for a basic structure — varies significantly by design |
| Treehouse Shelter | ~70 logs + 1 rope for a platform — additional for walls/roof |
| Log Wall Section | ~8 logs per wall segment |
Note: Sons of the Forest's building system is freeform — material counts depend heavily on your specific layout and design choices.
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