Log Home Blog Posts

11 Log Home Design Ideas For Your Next Project

January 20, 2019
No Comments

Over the past few years, we’ve started to see a shift in home design go from conventional to log homes. A survey by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) even found that the sale of log and timber homes has increased by more than 15 percent over the past eight years.

6 Log Home Maintenance Tips

April 24, 2019
No Comments

Ready to do some spring cleaning around your log cabin? Maintaining log siding is easier if you dedicate a weekend once a year to cleaning the wood around your log home.

Log Home vs Timber Frame: What’s the Difference?

September 30, 2019
No Comments

There are two main styles of log homes: full log home and timber frame home. Think of these two styles as cousins—similar as in they’re both in the log home family, but different in build and appearance.

Should You Build or Buy a Log Home?

October 20, 2019
No Comments

Over the past few years, log homes have become a popular trend among home buyers. According to a survey by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), the sale of log and timber homes has increased by more than 15 percent over the past eight years.

How to Stain Your Log Siding and Paneling

November 20, 2019
No Comments

Once you’ve built your dream log home or cabin, you’ll want to take the necessary precautions to protect your finish and the wood from water damage. Want to keep your log siding and paneling looking great for years to come?

How to Prepare Your Log Home for Winter

December 8, 2019
No Comments

With the seasons changing, log home owners need to brace themselves for the harsh winter months ahead. This time of year tends to bring a lot of precipitation, and the freezing conditions can be especially hard on log homes.

Choosing the Best Logs and Styles for Your Log Home

May 29, 2020
No Comments

Wood species, corners, log size, hewing, installation and finishing can create different styles of log homes. Use this guide to decide on a log home style.

6 Wood Bathroom Design Ideas

July 21, 2020
No Comments

From luxurious log sided master bathrooms to cute shiplap powder rooms, here are some wood bathroom design ideas for your home.

5 Log Cabin Kitchen Design Ideas

July 26, 2020
No Comments

Check out our gallery of log cabin kitchens, showcasing a variety of designs, finishes, countertops, and cabinet styles.

Cost-Saving Tips for Building a Log Home

April 28, 2021
No Comments

Log cabins are beautiful, but can come at a steep price if you aren’t careful. Here are some cost-saving tips to help make your dream of owning a log cabin home a reality.

What Builders Need to Know About Log Home Maintenance

August 17, 2021
No Comments

Learn how smart design, material choices, and installation practices reduce log home maintenance issues. A contractor-focused guide to improving durability, lowering costs, and avoiding callbacks.

How to Build a Log Cabin

October 19, 2021
No Comments

Who wouldn’t want a log cabin to retreat to on a chilly winter night or a sunny summer afternoon? These iconic structures continue to grow in popularity as manufacturing capabilities and building

Log Home Blog Posts

Contact