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Cabin Stuff 'Tip of the Week' Archives
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Being on a Big Lake or a Small Lake
LeaRae Keyes
Our cabin is on a small lake (42 acres) in Northern Minnesota. As we were riding around the lake today in our little boat with its 2 horse power motor I was thinking about how much I enjoy being on a little lake. . . . Keep reading
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Build Your Perfect Cabin
Brian Reed
Congratulations! You've decided to take the plunge and buy or build a cabin. You've realized that there are very few things in this life that may be more rewarding, but you want to build the perfect cabin. Unfortunately, like most people, you have never built a cabin before and have no idea where to start. Believe it or not, building a cabin that exceeds all of your dreams may be easier than you think. . . . Keep reading
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Benefits of a cabin sauna
Joan Roelke
Time in a cabin sauna is time well spent. Saunas come in many varieties, however, it can be more convenient for friends and family if the sauna can be accessed from the actual cabin building. . . . Keep reading
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Maintaining safe relationships with cabin buddies
Cynthia Leslie
One of the joys of cabin living is proximity to amazing animals. Observing the behavior of raccoons, foxes, deer, bear, moose, and other wildlife can be great fun! However, you'll want to ensure that your fascination with furry friends doesn't jeopardize the safety of your family and pets. . . . Keep reading
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Cabin Plumbing and Rainwater Flushing Systems
Lisa Richardson
Cabin plumbing is notorious for giving cabin dwellers a headache! If you're not on the grid, you are pretty much out of luck. Tired of your outdated outhouse? For the rustic cabin owner, that may not be as good as it gets. Rainwater flushing systems are becoming easier to understand and less expensive. While not for everybody, in many regions rainwater flushing systems can mean indoor plumbing (at least a toilet!) for those cabin dwellers who have given up some modern luxuries. . . . Keep reading
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Leverage your cabin stay into a weight-loss tool
Cynthia Leslie
You know you should lose some weight. You've tried some diets and weight-loss techniques, but you always end up giving in to temptation because -- if you're like most people in advanced societies -- hamburgers, French fries, milkshakes, cookies, candy, and ice cream are just minutes away from where you live. Here's a thought: the next time you're at your cabin for an extended stay (a couple of weeks or more), use the cabin's remote location as a weight-loss "tool." . . . Keep reading
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Invest in a Solar System to Power Your Cabin
Brian Reed
Unfortunately, one of the biggest problems with building a cabin in the middle of the woods is that the cabin's power is hard to get, at best. Even if you are able to bring power to your cabin, you'll still face the fact that it's unreliable. If you build your own solar panels, you'll save quite a bit of money on power, as well as be able to tap into a reliable source of power that you can use. . . . Keep reading
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Using Antiques in Your Cabin
Joan Roelke
You've been gifted with your Aunt Jean's antiques and want to use them in your cabin, however, you're unsure as to how. Get creative. There are two ways to make an impact when using antiques in interior cabin planning. You can integrate them throughout your cabin, or decorate a single room in antiques. For example, an antique bed can be covered with a very old quilt. An antique stove can become the highlight of your kitchen and be accented with smaller antiques. . . . Keep reading
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Cabin Energy - Go Solar!
Lisa Richardson
Solar power is nothing if not the friend of the intrepid cabin owner. If your cabin is not wired to the grid, the days are gone that you have to rely on batteries alone. There are a number of wonderful solar options to help you with cabin energy. It's important for you to see where you are going in the dark, but cabin energy is important for so many more reasons! . . . Keep reading
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Save Energy By Re-Caulking Your Log Cabin
Brian Reed
When your cabin was originally built, you probably had it caulked by a professional to seal up the air losses in your walls and windows. However, over time, that caulk can dry out, leaving a possible area where energy can get out, and rain and insects can get in. It is in your best interests to update the caulk on your cabin every 7-10 years or so. . . . Keep reading
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Composting at the cabin
Joan Roelke
Lugging that heavy trash container down a slopping driveway in the pouring rain...well, you get the idea. Perhaps you should consider adding a compost bin as part of your cabin living plan. Whether you purchase a manufactured bin or build one, you can use it to fertilize your way to a healthy garden by composting your kitchen waste, leaves and grass cuttings. . . . Keep reading
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How to Build or Buy a Cabin That Will Last For 100 Years
Brian Reed
Unfortunately, many cabins, particularly modern cabins, are built of substandard, cheap materials that will not last very long in the harsh wilderness environment that most of them are built in. If this is the case, then how do you choose a cabin that is both cost conscious and built to last? The answer is in the wood. . . . Keep reading
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Lakeshore Landscaping (aka Lakescaping)
Joan Roelke
You're gazing out your cabin window at the lake and thinking, wouldn't it be nice to have flower beds, blooming shrubs and perhaps a patch of grass for Rover? If you have ever taken a lake tour of the shoreline by boat, you may have noticed how certain landscape designs can enhance the property. Did you know lakeshore landscaping can also enhance the quality of the lake? . . . Keep reading
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Making a Cabin Look Rustic
Brian Reed
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
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