One of the great benefits of owning a home, and indeed of designing and building a new home, is being able to make all the details work just right for you. One of the great limiting factors in design has always been Read More
When prospective homebuyers look for a new home, they usually have a primary purpose in mind for the dwelling. Some are looking for a main residence, for example, while others are looking for a vacation retreat. Often, homebuyers want something that will Read More
If you like spending time in the garden during summer months but want to make the most of it during colder months too, a log cabin can offer the perfect, cosy retreat. The best thickness for your log cabin will depend on how you Read More
Whether you live in a conventional, log, or timber frame home — an important aspect of owning and caring for your home is maintaining proper humidity levels. This is true all year long but especially during the winter months when heat from Read More
When the beautiful snow of the winter season arrives, there’s no place more picturesque than a cozy cabin home in the mountains. Mountain cabins provide beautiful scenery and solitude, but they can also be a tad drafty and cold. Utilize these four Read More
You face a lot of decisions when you choose to design your own home. Everything from the structure of the kitchen to the size of the master bedroom falls on you to decide. You may also be faced with the choice as Read More
Many homeowners will not schedule heating repair service until the heater completely stops working. As long as heat continues to filter through the air vents, they will continue to use the heater as a primary source of heat throughout the winter. However, Read More
Stormy weather can even occur in the summer months and sometimes results in heavy rainfall, high winds and thunder and lightning. To keep your home protected when a summer storm strikes, it’s important to take the proper precautions and perform any necessary Read More
According to electronics manufacturer GE, there are a number of reasons to ditch incandescent, halogen and even CFLs in favor of LED lighting. Here are five key points that could impact your decisions for your log home. 1. Energy efficiency. LED lights use Read More
Whether you want to escape to the country when the 9-5 life gets too much, need a holiday retreat in the middle of the woods, or want to prepare a bug-out shelter for if sh-t hits the fan, then a log cabin Read More