Ceilings are oftentimes taken for granted when they should not be. They are not merely utilitarian but can be things of beauty, charm, and practicality. One of the most gorgeous ceiling materials is knotty pine paneling with the tongue and groove design.
Knotty pine ceilings are easier to install than drywall, stronger, and can be […]
Log homes are an American icon, and they are still enjoying tremendous popularity today. Thousands of log homes and log cabins are constructed every year, and some existing houses are converted to log homes. There’s real joy and comfort in living in these gorgeous structures that build many memories
If you currently live in a […]
Log home construction is on the rise whether they are made with log siding, full logs, or timber frames. Their attraction also spills over into the business world. We often see state and national park buildings, rental cabins, and tourist area gift shops made with logs. Their rustic appearance appeals to anyone who appreciates […]
If you are old enough to remember homes that had little to no insulation, you will appreciate today’s well-insulated houses. Your parents or grandparents can tell you what it was like if you never experienced these homes. They could get hot in the summer and cold in the winter depending on the climate.
Today, we […]
Building And Renting Cabins? If you are an enterprising person and want to get into real estate, there’s a trend you can consider. It’s renting log cabins with rustic appeal and modern amenities. Thousands of people rent cabins every month of the year for vacations and weekend getaways.
Renting cabins is a niche market that […]
Living in a log home is the dream of thousands of Americans. Those that don’t build one are held back by the cost of a new home and/or they don’t want to move. These reasons are understandable, especially if you are settled down and like it where you live.
The answer to living in a […]
A rustic log home bedroom is easy to design with a little research and planning. It’s much easier to build the bedroom and entire home with log siding instead of full logs because you get the full log look without the full log price. If you don’t want to go the modern-look route, try […]
Log siding homes are terrific places to live because they provide the full log look without the full log price and drawbacks. They possess some of the beauties of nature and provide a warm and comforting atmosphere.
Rising prices are not limited to food and gasoline; they include utility bills for heating and cooling our […]
Most of us would agree that a fireplace in a log home is just not complete without a wood log mantel above it. The favorite wood for this purpose is pine because it is durable, attractive, affordable, and sustainable. You can choose from many color stains to fit your home décor and place a […]
The earliest log homes that have been discovered were built 5,000 to 5,500 years ago. Scandinavians constructed the first ones in America in the 1600s. The skilled home builders used the same techniques they learned in Europe and passed them on to the colonists.
Although many full log homes are built in the U.S. each […]
