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20 10, 2023

Why Log Siding Homes Are Energy-Efficient

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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 […]

13 10, 2023

Half Log Mantels Are Perfect for Log Homes

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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 […]

13 10, 2023

How Wood Log Siding Originated

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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 […]

6 10, 2023

Knotty Pine Paneling Makes Terrific Ceilings

By |October 6th, 2023|Blog|Comments Off on 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 […]

21 09, 2023

Porch and Deck Ideas for Log Homes

By |September 21st, 2023|Blog|Comments Off on 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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20 09, 2023

Barnwood Is a Great Choice for Walls and More

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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 […]

13 09, 2023

Attached or Detached Garage for Your Log Siding Home?

By |September 13th, 2023|Blog|Comments Off on Attached or Detached Garage for Your Log Siding Home?

A log home is a thing of rustic beauty and awe, especially one made with pine log siding. If you have cars or trucks, you probably want a garage. You will decide its purpose and how large should it be.

You must also consider the pros and cons of an attached garage and a detached […]

7 09, 2023

5 Benefits of Knotty Pine Flooring

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Knotty pine flooring is a beautiful and ageless product as well as a sustainable gift from nature. This flooring wood fits in well with virtually any home or cabin décor. It can be finished with a clear coat product to showcase its natural characteristics or stained to a color of your choice.

The best results […]

19 08, 2023

Common Log Siding Home Terms You Should Understand

By |August 19th, 2023|Blog|Comments Off on Common Log Siding Home Terms You Should Understand

There are several approaches to building log homes with log siding, and some have specialized log siding terms you should understand. One construction style that is growing rapidly is building with log siding. For that reason, two of the most popular woods used today are knotty pine, for its cost-effectiveness, and cedar for its […]

19 08, 2023

How to Answer the Log Home Nay-Sayers

By |August 19th, 2023|Blog|Comments Off on How to Answer the Log Home Nay-Sayers

What has stopped you from building a log home? Have other people convinced you it’s just not worth it? Before you give up on the idea, think about the misconceptions some people have about them.

Then there’s disinformation floating around as well as some people that did not take good care of their homes. When […]