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5 Tips for Building a Log Cabin from Scratch

Posted on | log homes |Leroy Walker
Few homes are as romantic as a log cabin. These classic pioneer dwellings connect us to nature and remind us of a simpler time, free of the stresses and fast pace of modern life. Whether you fancy living in a log cabin or love the idea of regular vacations in one of these rustic dwellings, this guide will help you build a log cabin from scratch. Set Your Foundation A lo...
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4 Best Practices for Water-Based Caulk

Posted on | Log Home Caulking |Leroy Walker
Not all caulk is created equal, and choosing the correct type can ensure a project's success. Water-based caulk is generally the easiest type to work with. If you've decided a water-based caulk makes sense for your next log home caulking project, below are four best practices for making the most of water-based caulk. Get Familiar With Caulk Characteristics Water-based c...
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How To Prevent Trees From Falling On Your Mountain Home

Posted on | log homes |Leroy Walker
Trees are an important aspect of your home's curb appeal, but they can cause problems if you don't properly maintain them. Live, decaying, or dead trees close to your log cabin or mountain home can pose a potential safety hazard. Don't take a risk; find out ways you can prevent trees from falling around or on your home. How to Spot a Dying Tree Trees inevitably die, and...
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4 Common Mistakes of DIY Chinking

Posted on | Log Home Chinking |Leroy Walker
Chinking is a filler material that's typically applied between the joints in log home constructions. Modern chinking products are far more advanced than their traditional mortar counterparts, but most retain the same overall appearance for a rustic finish. If you're adding chinking to your home, it's important to research the process carefully, so you don't make these c...
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Tools for Quality Chinking

Posted on | Log Home Chinking |Josh Horner
Chinking is an attractive and functional addition to any log home. This material efficiently fills the gaps between logs, improving your home's insulation and energy efficiency. You can apply chinking yourself, but it's important to have the right tools on hand for the job. Backer Rods Backer rods are an essential base for your project. They offer a non-adhering surface...
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Preparing for Spring Log Home Maintenance

Posted on | log homes |Leroy Walker
Sure, we may be in the depth of winter now, but Spring will be here in the blink of an eye. With spring just around the corner, the snow will soon clear and it will be time to start your annual spring maintenance routine. The windows will need washing, the garden will need raking and the lawnmower will need to be fired up for the first time in a long time. It’s a busy t...
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Tips to Avoid Winter Damage from Snow, Ice and Water

Posted on | log homes |Josh Horner
Winter is upon us and that means wrapping up warm and protecting yourself from the cold weather outside. Cold weather can wreak havoc not only on your health during winter but on the health of your home too. Ice, snow and water all have the potential to do a lot of damage to your log home—damage from winter weather is the third highest reason for property loss—but by ta...
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Log Home Stain for Sun Protection

Posted on | Log Home Stain |Leroy Walker
If you own a log home in a dryer state, there is a chance you haven’t given much thought to staining your home. Once it was built, it was probably given a coat of stain, but you had always understood that the stain was to protect the wood against water damage. You aren’t alone. There are many people who don’t stain their homes because it’s simply too dry and never rains...
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The Importance of Overhangs and Gutters in Log Home Construction

Posted on | log homes |Leroy Walker
Your log home is meant to withstand harsh winds, rainy days, and time itself. It was built to last and you maintain it the best you can in order to keep it looking great year after year. Yet despite all of your hard work, the bottom layer of logs is showing signs of rot. Why is that? Unfortunately for you, your log home may not have adequate overhangs or gutters. You ar...
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5 More Myths About Log Homes

Posted on | log homes |Josh Horner
Don’t let these myths, often perpetuated by well-meaning friends and relatives, dissuade you from living in a log home. They might think they have your best interest in mind, but it’s best not to listen to someone who hasn’t actually lived in a log home. Someone who has will confirm that the following five issues are indeed, myths. Click here to read Part 1 1. Log homes...
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Tips For Preventing Termites

Posted on | log homes |Leroy Walker
You would think that a log home would be a big attraction for termites, but luckily they are no more susceptible to termite invasion than a wooden framed home. In fact, if termites do for some reason take up residence in your log home, it is much easier to detect at an early stage and therefore prevent extensive damage. In any case, there are positive steps you can take...
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5 Myths About Log Homes

Posted on | Log Homes |Josh Horner
There are many benefits to living in a log home, from its beauty and warmth to the more simple pleasures like being able to hang a picture without a stud finder. Maybe you really like the idea of living in a log home but are afraid to pull the trigger because of some information you’ve heard. We know there are many misconceptions about log homes, and we hope to set some...
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