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The following are some
of the most frequently asked questions about our log homes:
How do I wire my log
home?
Exterior log walls should be drilled to accommodate wiring
as the logs are being laid. Outlet receptacles are normally
located in the third log row while switch boxes are located
next to door openings with wires being mortised into door
rough bucks. Most construction crews will perform the
drilling during construction.
Will my log home require
exterior finishing?
Left unfinished, cedar logs will weather to a silver gray
color. Color density and uniformity will vary depending on
exposure and climatic conditions in your area. Most
customers elect to apply either some type of transparent
stain or one of several natural finishes available. Your
local dealer can offer suggestions and show samples of
different finishes.
Should the inside of my
log walls be finished?
Though it is not necessary to apply finish to the inside log
wall, doing so has certain advantages. A finished wall is
much easier to clean, the finish seals the wood making it
resistant to stains from oils, grease, and dirt. Also, most
finishes, whether natural or containing stain, will enhance
the grain and knot characteristics of the wood, making it
more attractive. It is recommended that logs be lightly
sanded before finishing. Doing so will remove any marks
created during shipment and construction.
Can I erect my own log
home?
The
methods of construction and materials provided allow anyone with “Home Handyman” skills and
tools to erect our log homes. Complete blueprints for each
building are provided along with step by step construction
instructions. It should be noted that certain roof support
members may be heavy enough to require extra manpower or
mechanical lifting ability.
What type of base should
my log home be constructed upon?
In general a log home can be erected on any type of suitably
designed base popular in your geographic area. These include
concrete slab, pillar and beam, crawl space or full
foundation. Your construction blueprints will include
specific dimensions for construction based on your desired
construction method.
As our family grows, will
it be possible to increase the size or add to our log home?
Yes! We have developed
methods of construction that allow additions without undue
structural or aesthetic interference with the original
building. Several additions have even been provided for non
log buildings.
We have reviewed your
standard plans and cannot find one that suits our needs.
What other help can you offer?
The plans offered in the back of this catalog are basic
suggestions only. We have not tried to provide all plans
possible - simply enough to allow our customers to do a bit
of comparative shopping. We encourage our customers to take
advantage of our free custom design service.
Is it possible to include
only certain materials in our log home package?
Yes! Use the material
check off list in the back of the catalog to tell us what
to include. This allows the customer to take advantage of
locally available materials and seasonal sales at local
building centers.
We are being relocated to
another state. Are your homes available there?
Log Homes
can be shipped throughout
the North American continent and many foreign countries. In
the event there is not a dealer in your new location,
our factory crews are available to provide as much
assistance or construction labor as necessary.
Must all walls of my new
log home be constructed of wood?
Certainly
not! While most customers prefer the natural beauty of our
wood paneling for interior walls, many prefer to use other
materials to introduce different colors, textures, and
patterns. Variations range from stone, drywall, stenciled
plaster, and ceramic or a combination of these options.
We like the easy care and
energy efficiency of log homes, but enjoy contemporary
styling. Can you design a home for us?
Certainly!
Split foyer, colonial, ranch, or any style home can be
beautifully built with logs. Many of our standard models
feature an optional cathedral ceiling with exposed log
rafters, purlins, diagonal support members and beams.
Dormer, loft and balcony options are also very popular.
We are
frequently designing active and passive solar designs to
take advantage of the sun’s energy.
If lofts
and cathedral ceilings are eliminated, the model can become
a one floor ranch style home with an attic. |
