Pinewood is the most commonly used wood in the U.S. for construction, furniture, and crafts. Knotty pine has also been a favorite for wall paneling, ceilings, and floors for centuries and is staging a comeback. We appreciate its beauty, stability, and most of all its reasonable cost. Knotty pine paneling has many uses that […]
If you are thinking about building a log home or cabin with wood log siding, the first thing to consider is the type of wood for your climate. Some types of wood may be better for extreme climates of high or low humidity or high or low temperatures. Of all the wood species available, […]
Log home construction has evolved from simple, hand-hewn logs to today’s full log, timber frame, and log siding homes. Log siding is made from a variety of materials ranging from real wood to various synthetic materials. Pine log siding homes and cabins have emerged as favorites for their cost-effectiveness, full log look, and ease […]
Living in a log home is a grand experience, and for some people adding a few outdoorsy touches to the interior makes it better. You can add a new energy to your log home with things such as a minimalist approach, adding flowers, and using light colors to name a few.
A Minimalist Approach Is […]
If you have never seen knotty pine ceilings, they can be quite beautiful. They coordinate well with the décor of many home and business styles. This ceiling paneling is the same wood product used on knotty pine walls and floors.
Why Knotty Pine Ceilings Are Popular
Wood ceilings have been used in homes, businesses, cabins, and […]
Pioneers loved log homes and cabins and so do we because they have become an American icon. Some log homes constructed in the 1600s are still inhabited and others are preserved for future generations to appreciate. If you are thinking about building a log house or cabin, you need to read the rest of […]
As energy prices rise, more people search for ways to control costs and their power sources. Using solar power for home electricity is growing nationwide. Solar panels are installed on roofs and stand-alone frames in yards to soak up the sun’s energy.
Today’s home solar panel systems consist of grid-tied (on-grid), off-grid, and hybrid solar […]
If you are a creative person, want a new log home, and like to own unique things, why not build a custom log home? It will provide benefits not found in standard cookie-cutter designs that will add pleasure and contentment to everyday living.
Custom log siding homes provide the full log look without the full […]
Ceilings in homes and buildings can be given a rustic and homey appearance with log trusses, beams, or exposed rafters. Although there are other approaches to accomplish this goal, none stand out more. These wood components are available year-round from leading mills and suppliers. Once you discover their advantages, you may want to incorporate […]
Log siding homes are super cozy places to live in and enjoy life. Your home should be built with as much protection from the elements as possible. One often overlooked issue you must avoid is the lack of thorough moisture barriers.
Installing adequate moisture barriers throughout your log home in the right places can prevent […]
