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19 01, 2025

Knotty Pine Paneling For New And Old Homes

By |January 19th, 2025|Blog|Comments Off on Knotty Pine Paneling For New And Old Homes

Knotty pine is noted for its rustic appeal and brings back memories of summer camp and visiting family or friends on the lake in their cabins. More humble than oak and more rustic than plain pine, it is a genuine country classic. On top of that, it’s trending today by making a strong showing.

Knotty […]

18 01, 2025

Wrought And Cast Iron Features For Log Homes

By |January 18th, 2025|Blog|Comments Off on Wrought And Cast Iron Features For Log Homes

If you are searching for something to jazz up your log home, consider adding some wrought iron and cast iron items for a rustic and creative look. Popular wrought iron items include railings, gates, fences, and fireplace tools. Common cast iron items include skillets, griddles, waffle irons, and door accessories.

Wrought iron and cast iron […]

17 01, 2025

7 Ways To Protect Log Homes From Water Damage

By |January 17th, 2025|Blog|Comments Off on 7 Ways To Protect Log Homes From Water Damage

Those of you who own or plan to build a wood log home or cabin want to preserve its beauty and integrity. One thing that some homeowners overlook is protecting their homes from water damage. This can be prevented by applying some basic principles to keep it damage-free.

You can seal joints adequately, apply quality […]

15 01, 2025

Why Knotty Pine Flooring Is A Perennial Favorite

By |January 15th, 2025|Blog|Comments Off on Why Knotty Pine Flooring Is A Perennial Favorite

Knotty pine flooring is found in many styles of homes, cabins, and cottages. Pine has been used for centuries in America and Europe as a favorite flooring material. Its affordable cost and ease of installation are just a couple of its many benefits.

If you are building a new home or replacing old floors, consider […]

20 12, 2024

Functional Outdoor Living Spaces For Log Homes

By |December 20th, 2024|Blog|Comments Off on Functional Outdoor Living Spaces For Log Homes

Log homes are amazing places to live and continue to stand as an American icon. You can enjoy your log home experience even more by adding one or more outdoor living spaces. Their benefits are worth the cost you put into them.

Adding a patio, deck, pergola, back porch or other outdoor space provides a […]

20 12, 2024

Knotty Pine Heirloom Chests and Wardrobes Are Awesome

By |December 20th, 2024|Blog|Comments Off on Knotty Pine Heirloom Chests and Wardrobes Are Awesome

Pine wood is America’s most popular wood for home projects and crafts. Knotty pine is a variety that looks amazing for chests and wardrobes because it presents a charming and rustic look. This wood product is affordable, durable, stable, and attractive with its dark knots and grain patterns.

High-quality tongue and groove pine boards are […]

17 12, 2024

5 Reasons Why Pine Half Log Siding Is Popular

By |December 17th, 2024|Blog|Comments Off on 5 Reasons Why Pine Half Log Siding Is Popular

Pine half log siding is a popular material for log homes, cabins, cottages, and camps for its many benefits and price. Whether your needs are large, small, or a business building, it is an ideal way to simulate full log structures.

This siding product is fast and easy to install compared to using full logs. […]

16 12, 2024

Guide To Upgrading Old Cabins With Barn Wood Paneling

By |December 16th, 2024|Blog|Comments Off on Guide To Upgrading Old Cabins With Barn Wood Paneling

Many older cabins, cottages, and camps as some call them are still usable but they need an uplift to make them more livable. The walls, ceilings, or both need modernizing to create a more pleasing atmosphere. With many choices available, new red pine barn wood paneling is worth considering for your cabin.
Is It Time […]

22 11, 2024

Log Siding Barns Are Americana

By |November 22nd, 2024|Blog|Comments Off on Log Siding Barns Are Americana

The popularity of log homes and cabins has increased dramatically during most of our lifetimes. Businesses, state, and national parks have also joined the trend with log structures because log homes are American icons that are here to stay.

Many people that live in log homes in the country also build log barns to house […]

22 11, 2024

Add A Functional Garden Room To Your Log Cabin

By |November 22nd, 2024|Blog|Comments Off on Add A Functional Garden Room To Your Log Cabin

If you’re looking for more useable space for your log cabin, why not try a garden room? This detached room provides a place for numerous activities such as a craft room or a home office. These backyard structures can be a new construction or an existing building conversion.

A garden room, unlike its name sounds, […]