the Log Looks Blog

Longer lumber lead times, including timber products for use in log homes, have become the norm. Learn how Northern Log Supply continues to stay ahead of the curve.

The best time to build a log home or execute building plans comes during the spring season. Learn why, and how we can help, from Northern Log Supply

Enjoying a log home or cabin doesn’t mean a lack of choice on its appearance. Here are six log cabin exterior ideas to add unique touches to your structure.

When you choose cedar shake siding for your log home, you create a breathtaking look that is the perfect balance of rustic and contemporary design.

There isn’t much that can evoke the feeling of a warm welcome quite like a rustic log cabin. The inviting, natural beauty of pine, cedar, and douglas fir brings a touch of the outdoors in and creates the perfect backdrop for family dinner, birthday celebrations, and cozy nights beside the fireplace.

With the colder months just around the corner, it is time to prep your log cabin to withstand the harsh conditions of winter. Without routine maintenance, freezing temperatures, harsh winds, and heavy snowball can wreak havoc inside and outside your log home.

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

Eastern White Pine trees are one of the most widely used wood sources for construction across the United States, and with good reason.

If your dream is to own a log cabin, you have probably come across a myth or two about how difficult they are to maintain. The truth is, with a little forethought and regularly scheduled maintenance,

Considered one of the most resilient woods available, Douglas Fir is used across the globe for its versatility. Save time and money when you learn how to incorporate it into your next building project!