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About David Murphy

David Murphy is a content writer who specialized in business articles and blogs. He is a graduate of Western Kentucky University and Murray State University where he studied industrial technology and business administration. David is a retired community college professor and author of 12 books. He and his wife Linda reside in Saratoga Springs, Utah.

Why You Should Consider Barnwood Paneling and Pine Floors

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Try Barnwood Paneling for Walls for a Vintage Look
Ceilings and Decking with Barnwood Paneling Are Hot!
Pine Floors Go Naturally with Cabins and Log Homes
Pre-Finished Pine Floors Are Winners
Matching Trims to Complement Walls, Ceilings, and Floors
References and Resources

Many options are available for log cabin and log home […]

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Knotty Pine Paneling: Why It’s a Favorite

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Rustic and Attractive-Knotty Pine Paneling Uses
Knotty Pine Paneling Is Affordable
Knotty Pine Paneling Is Easy to Install Correctly
High-Quality Knotty Pine Paneling Is Available
Fair Prices and Great Service Awaits You
References and Resources

Knotty pine interior paneling has been a favorite for generations in its many forms. Wide pieces installed […]

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Luxurious and Simple Log Siding Home Plans

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Size Can Determine Style in Log Siding Home Plans
One or Two Floors in Your Log Siding Home Plans
Do Your Log Siding Home Plans Include a Ranch Style?
Mountain Lodge Log Siding Home Plans
A-Frame Styles Are Unique
Luxury in Log Siding Homes Plans
References and Resources

Log siding homes can […]

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Overcoming 5 So-Called Objections to Log Home Living

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Objection #1: Log Homes Are Too Expensive – No
Objection #2: Log Homes Take Too Long to Build – No
Objection #3: Wiring, Plumbing, and HVAC Systems Are Hard to Install in Log Homes – No
Objection #4: Insurance for Log Homes is too Expensive – No
Objection #5: Log […]

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Best Log Home Exterior and Interior Door Ideas

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Rustic Interior Log Home Doors
Specialty Log Home Interior Doors
Log Cabin Exterior Doors
Favorite Colors for Exterior Log Home Doors
Great Buys on High-Quality Interior Doors
References and Resources

Your log home doors make a statement about your décor and personality. That is why there are so many to choose from […]

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5 Benefits of Staining and Sealing Log Siding and Paneling

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Staining and Sealing Log Siding: Avoiding Moisture Absorption
Staining and Sealing Log Siding: Preventing Wood Damage
Sealing and Staining Log Siding: Creating and Maintaining Beauty
Staining and Sealing Log Siding: Changing Colors
Staining and Sealing Log Siding Is Superior to Painting Siding
References and Resources

Creating and maintaining the beauty and […]

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5 Favorite Log Home Kitchen Layouts

5 Favorite Log Home Kitchen Layouts
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Log Home Kitchen: The Galley Layout
Log Home Kitchen: L-Shape
One-Wall Log Home Kitchen Is Easy
Log Home Kitchen: U-Shape
G-Shape Log Home Kitchen
References and Resources

Those delicious aromas don’t come from a log home’s den – they come from the favorite room in the house. […]

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Great-Looking Log Home Stairways and Steps

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Types of Log Home Stairways
Types of Log Home Steps
Materials for Log Home Stairways
Determine the Sizes for Log Home Stairways
Quality Stairways, Steps, and Railings Online
References and Resources

Log homes with second floors can have great-looking quality stairways and steps built at fair prices. Pine and cedar stairways, railings, […]

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How to Determine Log Siding, Paneling, and Pine Flooring Quantities

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Determine Log Home Product Quantities: Log Siding
How to Determine Pine and Cedar Paneling Quantities
How to Determine Pine Flooring Quantities
Products Needed for Log Siding, Paneling, and Pine Flooring
It Is Easy to Order These Products Online
References and Resources

Shopping for log siding, pine or cedar paneling, and pine […]

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Components of a Rustic Log Home

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Rustic Log Home Components Include Pine Floors
Rustic Log Home Components Also Include Half Log Mantels
Interior Log Siding or Paneling Add a Rustic Touch
Rustic Kitchen Cabinets Form the Focal Point of a Log home
Log Trusses, Beams, and Posts Add More Rustic Touches
References and Resources

Log homes can take […]

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