When thinking of a log cabin, one might think of a small, hand-built one deep in the woods somewhere. That’s not usually the case. Log-home construction is a big business these days, with multitudes ...

TRUNK ROAD -- Forget the air compressor. Leave the cordless drill at home. All you really need to build a good quality, ultra-efficient heat-retaining log building is a muscular chain saw, a few hand ...

Every log, board, and beam provided is crafted from Eastern White Pine, known for its strength, beauty, and durability. Logs are kiln-dried to the right moisture content, ensuring they’re ready for ...

Settled logs that shrink can pose a problem for builders of log homes, as this calls for constant adjustments and maintenance. To counter the effect, architects and builders have come up with ...

Nestled on 88± acres in Powderhorn, Colorado, the Little Grey House of the West is a historic 1919 log home celebrated for its Western heritage and thoughtfully renovated in 2006. The 1,244± square ...

When the concept of log homes was introduced in Scandinavia and Eastern Europe over 200 years ago, it was initially viewed as a stale idea of building dwellings with rustic back woods. Over the years, ...

Developers have not used wood for much other than houses since the horse-and-buggy days. But the knotty building material is making a comeback. Seeking greener projects, which many consumers continue ...