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Adding a She Shed
A she shed can be a great addition to any backyard, providing a cozy and stylish space for relaxation, work, or creative pursuits. Honest Abe Log Homes loves designing these… Read More »
Autumn Maintenance Checklist
Following a fall log home maintenance checklist for your log cabin can make for a much less expensive autumn, winter and spring. Here is the Honest Abe Log Homes’ checklist… Read More »
Propane Heating for Wood Homes
Propane can be a heating solution for homeowners, especially when the property is remote. For Log Home and Log Cabin homeowners, propane is sometimes the most reliable way to set… Read More »
Innovative Log Cabin Floor Plans to Consider in 2023
Many homeowners are looking to break from the cookie-cutter vinyl look of suburban America. As such, log cabin designs are becoming increasingly popular for their ability to create a timeless,… Read More »
Play Yards for Your Home
They’re only kids once. That’s what we say to remind ourselves how fleeting childhood was for us and how quickly it will pass for our children and grandchildren. It’s also… Read More »
Planning a Safe Room
With the current lack of stability in the world and the ever-changing weather patterns, more homeowners are including a safe room in their custom floor plans. A safe room, sometimes… Read More »
Walkout Basements are Popular with Log Home Owners
At Honest Abe we’re often asked about designing a basement for a client’s new log or timber frame home. One popular option is a walk-out basement. A walkout basement is… Read More »
Is a Basement Right for Your Home?
Basements may or may not be a part of a home plan for a log home or log cabin. There are cost and design elements to consider with the Honest… Read More »
How to Stay Safe in a Remote Location During an Emergency
Living in a remote location can be beautiful and peaceful, but it can also be challenging in an emergency. First responders may have difficulty reaching your home, and communication may… Read More »
Bathroom Flooring
Bathrooms have become small spas and sanctuaries in many log cabins and log homes. The flooring in a bath space has also evolved. Here are some thoughts from the Honest… Read More »