Resources for cabin builders and owners
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Windows or Walls?
There is no right or wrong when deciding between windows or walls for your cabin. The decision whittles down to personal preference influenced by a variety of variables. So instead of seeking the advice of others, plumb within. . . . Keep reading
Your Cabin's Roof
When you're designing your cabin, you'll be making important decisions about the cabin's roof: its crowning glory! If you make good choices, you'll while away many warm, dry, and cozy hours under your carefree cabin covering. But if your choices aren't so good, your roof could end up being an aggravation and a financial drain. . . . Keep reading
Winter is a great time for planning your cabin
As the winter solace approaches and you are visualizing yourself sitting in your cabin by a warm fire now is the time to start or continue your planning process. Take your time with this phase as it will be one of the most important things you will do related to your cabin. . . . Keep reading
Use a trellis to hide an unsightly area
Do you have an area that you would like to screen from view? It seems as though there are always areas that we would prefer were not very visible. This could be where you have a mulch bin, pipes, air conditioner, barbeque grill, outbuildings, or a variety of other unsightly items. . . . Keep reading
Tips for Creating Log Cabin Floor Plans
Building your log cabin always starts with having building plans. Log cabin house plans provides some tips for you to keep in mind when you are creating your log cabin house plans. . . . Keep reading
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Making a Cabin Look Rustic
You've bought or built your dream cabin in your dream location and you just cannot wait to get in to it and start enjoying the beauty, peace, and tranquility of simply getting away from it all. But there is just one simple problem: you have no place to sit, sleep, cook, or relax. You've found yourself amidst your next challenge: decorating your new cabin. . . . Keep reading
Homemade Twig Furniture for Comfy Cabin Living
Finding appropriate cabin décor for comfortable cabin living can be many things but mostly it's just challenging. Most of us want our cabin furniture to be comfortable and to fit in with our rustic, natural surroundings. A great solution is to make your own twig furniture. Once you've done some research, homemade twig cabin furniture is quite easy to make, attractive, and makes for creatively comfy cabin living. . . . Keep reading
Here's my dream Father's Day gift for the cabin
Someone just sent me a link to a YouTube video of what I think would be my perfect Father's Day gift for the cabin. Problem is, the gizzy costs about $24K. But money should be no object when you're talking about love, and the cabin, right? . . . Keep reading
Cabin living/Living small
When you think of cabin living do you think of simplicity? I do. I think about small structures and meeting basic needs. . . . Keep reading
Treat your deck well
Washing your deck and putting sealant on your deck can double the life of your deck. . . . Keep reading
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