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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.

Should I Build a Second Floor on My Log Cabin?

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Decide on the Purpose for a Cabin Early On
The Number of Occupants and Better Views Are Other Factors
Budget Restrictions Enter the Picture
Lot Size, Grading, and Tree Removal Are Other Factors
Availability of Materials and Labor
References and Resources

How much room do you need in a log cabin? Your […]

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6 Ways to Weatherproof a Log Home

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Sealing the Wood Joints and Gaps
Staining and Finishing the Wood
Create Larger Roof Overhangs
Creating and Sealing the Foundation Securely
Adequate Ventilation Is Important
Maintaining the Log Walls
References and Resources

The sun and Mother Nature have their ways of fading and deteriorating the exterior surfaces of log homes. Whether yours […]

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Why You Should Use Hand-hewn Logs from a Professional Mill for a Log Cabin

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Placed Side by Side, Factory-Hewn Siding Looks Like Hand-Hewn
There Is Little Waste with This Product
The Product Quality Is Outstanding: Pre-finished Is Also Available
Staining, Sealing, and Finishing Is Typically Easier Done
Where to Find the Best Products
References and Resources

Have you ever tried hewing logs by hand with an […]

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5 Reasons You Should Use Kiln-Dried Wood for Your Log Home

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Moisture Content in the Wood Is Controlled Better
It Dries Faster than Air-Drying Wood
Wood Defects Are Minimized or Eliminated with Kiln Drying
Dryer Wood Protects More Against Fungal, Bacteria, and Pest Degradation
Harsh Chemicals Are Not Used and Resins Are Dried Off in Softwoods
Where to Find the Highest Quality […]

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How to Prevent Carpenter Bees and Insects in Log Cabins

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The Nature of These Pests
Damage They Can Inflict on Your Log Cabin and Yourself
Other Insects and Pests That Can Damage Wood
Protecting the Wood: Cabin Owners and Pest Professionals
Use Log Siding Instead of Full Logs
References and Resources

We all want our cabins, whether made with log siding or […]

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The Most Economical Way to Build a Log Home

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Exterior and Interior Log Siding Has Its Advantages
Pine Log Siding Is Less Costly Than Full Logs
More Cost-effective Than Timber Frame
Log Siding Is Easier on the Budget Than Squared Logs
Parting Thoughts About Log Siding
References and Resources

Each year thousands of Americans dream about building a log home but […]

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How to Showcase Your Walls and Ceilings with Knotty Pine and Cedar Paneling

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Paneling Can Be Mounted on Walls Horizontally and Vertically
Ceilings Look Better with the Right Materials
Knotty Pine Is a Smart Choice in Woods
Cedar Is Another Outstanding Option for Walls and Ceilings
References and Resources

Tongue and groove paneling with the end-matching design is the ideal wallboard for log cabins, log […]

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Complement Your Log Home with Peeled Logs, Log Beams, and Log Trusses

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Peeled Logs Work Great for Both Indoor and Outdoor Applications
Log Beams Add Support and Rustic Aesthetics
Log Trusses Are Simply Amazing in Cabins and Larger homes
Find All 3 Quality Products Online at Fair Prices
References and Resources

Peeled Logs Work Great for Both Indoor and Outdoor Applications
Log homes can be […]

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Why Pine Log Home Siding Is Growing in Popularity

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Building Material Prices Have Gone Up: Prefinished Log Siding Is More Cost-Effective Than Full Logs
Log Siding for Less; Pine is a Long-term Sustainable Material for Log Siding
Pine Is Easier to Work With for Interior Wood paneling
Paneling for Log Home – Nature’s Beauty Is Found in Pine Log Siding
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5 Ways Hand-hewn Log Siding Presents an Authentic Pioneer Log Cabin Look

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For a Natural Log Siding Look, Hand-hewn Siding Has the Bark Removed
Prefinished Log Siding are Like Fingerprints: No Two Are the Same
Timber log siding Looks Like It Was Shaped by Hand with an Axe
Log siding installation: Well Made Hand-hewn Siding Stacks Well to Eliminate Gaps
Pine Is a […]

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