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Log Siding Home Insulation For Different Climates

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 […]

By |November 25th, 2023|Blog|Comments Off on Log Siding Home Insulation For Different Climates

7 Tips For Building And Renting A Log Cabin

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 […]

By |November 17th, 2023|Blog|Comments Off on 7 Tips For Building And Renting A Log Cabin

How To Turn Your House Into A Log Home

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 […]

By |November 14th, 2023|Blog|Comments Off on How To Turn Your House Into A Log Home

5 Rustic Log Home Bedroom Ideas

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 […]

By |November 7th, 2023|Blog|Comments Off on 5 Rustic Log Home Bedroom Ideas

Why Log Siding Homes Are Energy-Efficient

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 […]

By |October 20th, 2023|Blog|Comments Off on Why Log Siding Homes Are Energy-Efficient

Half Log Mantels Are Perfect for Log Homes

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 […]

By |October 13th, 2023|Blog|Comments Off on Half Log Mantels Are Perfect for Log Homes

How Wood Log Siding Originated

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 […]

By |October 13th, 2023|Blog|Comments Off on How Wood Log Siding Originated

Knotty Pine Paneling Makes Terrific Ceilings

What is your favorite ceiling for a home? Do you like the same material and color for each room? There’s a popular material that’s a great alternative to drywall, and that’s knotty pine paneling. It’s a beautiful natural product that fits the décor of almost any room and house style.

The wood’s natural characteristics are […]

By |October 6th, 2023|Blog|Comments Off on Knotty Pine Paneling Makes Terrific Ceilings

Porch and Deck Ideas for Log Homes

Log siding and full log homes look extra special with porches and decks. Porches typically have a roof over them while decks are generally open. There are some essential points to consider when deciding which one to build, including:

There is no right or wrong answer for you
It must meet your year-round needs
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By |September 21st, 2023|Blog|Comments Off on Porch and Deck Ideas for Log Homes

Barnwood Is a Great Choice for Walls and More

The overall trend for barnwood is strong and hot today for both reclaimed wood and faux barnwood products. Fans of this material like the rustic and vintage look and feel of real wood on their walls and ceilings. It’s like bringing part of nature into our homes and cabins, and it also offers a […]

By |September 20th, 2023|Blog|Comments Off on Barnwood Is a Great Choice for Walls and More