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How to Choose the Right Ceiling Fan for Your Room
Soaring ceilings in the design of Honest Abe Log Homes lend themselves to functional ceiling fans. Here are tips about selecting the right fan for your log cabin. Size: The… Read More »
Inviting Office Reception Areas
Whether you are creating an office in your home or whether you are building commercial space using the Honest Abe Log Homes commercial building division, the Honest Abe Log Homes… Read More »
Wine Storage for the Home
There are some things to consider if you plan a wine collection in your home. Honest Abe Log Homes customers have incorporated certain appliances and design features to keep wines… 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 »
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 »