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What’s a Knee Wall and How is it Best Used?
One way to maximize storage and find some creative ways to use an otherwise unusable space is to create a knee wall. A knee wall is a short wall that… Read More »
Is Log Construction Good for Commercial Buildings?
Log construction can be a good choice for commercial buildings in some cases. Logs have a number of properties that make them a suitable material for building construction, including: Durability:… Read More »
7 Types of Lighting for a Log Homes
There are several ways to effectively use lighting in a log home to create a warm and inviting atmosphere. Connie and Alex Diamond wanted their lighting in their Honest Abe… Read More »
10 Ideas for Adding Interest to a Log Home Porch
There are many ways to add interest to the design of a porch on a log home: Use different types of wood or finishes: Consider using different types of wood… Read More »
Cold Weather Tips for Stains and Sealants
It is getting cold. It usually does that this time of year and, as in most years, I start getting calls from homeowners as well as contractors asking about what… Read More »
Mesh Systems for WiFi
Log Home life often means living on a property that is outside cities that can offer strong internet signals. And often, even with log homes that are in neighborhoods, a… Read More »
What are the Benefits of Using a Specialized, Pigmented Finish on a Log Cabin?
Among the many joys of owing a log cabin, longevity is one of the most prized. Stacked, solid wood walls exude a sense of enduring protection and permanence. A log… Read More »
What Do I Need to Look for in a Log Home Finish?
It’s finally happening. Your log home is near completion and the gorgeous timber exterior has you smitten with its fresh scent, luster and handsome appearance. Now it’s time to choose… Read More »
How to Declutter Before Moving into Your New Log Home
When the time of your move to the new log home comes, there comes the chaos of packing. That is the moment when you realize how many things you have…. Read More »
Downsizing from a Traditional Home to a Log cabin
Moving from a traditional stick-framed home to a log cabin can feel like embarking on a forever vacation adventure….or it can be an utterly disappointing disaster. Often the difference maker… Read More »