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Tips on How to Build A Passive Solar Log Home

Not everybody knows what a passive solar home is, and as a result not everybody is able to use this concept for their benefit. If you are also clueless about passive solar log homes and don’t know how to build this type of log cabin, worry not, here we will be discussing everything about a passive solar home in order that everyone can benefit from them. What is A Passive Solar Log House? A passive solar home is designed to take the utmost advantage of the sun for winter heating, while at the same time providing enough shading for summer cooling. Passive solar homes are designed to increase southern exposure. The house is generally located in a way that the main living areas of the house are located on the south side of the house. Solar access can be maximised by orienting the house in a… (More)
Building A Wooden Carport Can Be Easier Using These Tips

Today if you consider building anything, even something as simple as a timber carport it seems a lot more complicated than it did earlier, despite the fact that today a number of advanced and easy to work with tools and apparatus are available and even construction materials are easily available. But now you have to consider things like your local building regulations, getting permission from your neighbours, the weather you where you live and most importantly your budget. As a result, when considering building a carport, proper planning and forethought are crucial. You can start by deciding the material that you want to use to build your carport. The two most popular choices are metal and wood. Generally, people prefer using wood when building a carport on their own. Wood is not only ea… (More)
Features of An Ideal Wooden Garage

Garages are extremely popular all across the globe. They are popular because they can be used for numerous purposes, today they are used for way more than just parking vehicles. Nevertheless, the choices are almost unlimited when it comes to garages ‒ because of their differing uses there are various types available for different types of people with different needs. Certainly, for a variety of reasons, some types of garages are better than other types. It all depends on what the exact need of the person is. Each type of garage is ideal for different reasons. They can be made using steel, plastic, wood and others. To get the right type of garage first you must be sure about your requirements, then you need to carry out some research. Knowing about every available option will help you cho… (More)
Things to Remember When Building A Porch in A Log House

There is something magical about porches. If you have a porch in your house, you can stay closer to the outdoors as well as experience the change in weather and the beauty of the different seasons. The feeling of warm sun rays falling on your skin on a winter’s day can’t be expressed in words. Similarly, drinking in the night hum of frogs, crickets, and wind chimes on a summer’s night is another great way to relax and unwind. Feeling the cool night breeze, watching the fireflies and stars enables you to forget about everything else in the world. All these things make a porch, a favourite place for many homeowners. Lots of people enjoy sitting on the porch bird-watching, taking in some beautiful scenery and relaxing around the pool, as porches offer great flexibility of use. Log home own… (More)
Your Guide to Wooden Carport Designs

When your four wheeler is parked on the street it is exposed to number of damaging elements, such as exposure to the sun’s harmful rays, which can contribute to the gradual fading of the finish. Also, there is huge risk of scratches and damage ‒ if your car accidently gets hit by any hard object like a baseball or a skateboard from kids playing on the street then it will definitely be damaged. Bird droppings are another problem when your car is parked on the open street. Due to all these reasons, most homeowners consider getting some kind of shelter for their valuable vehicle or vehicles. When it comes to buying and erecting a car shelter then most people have two choices. The first is a garage and second one is a carport. Choosing one amongst these can be really difficult. If we talk ga… (More)
Helpful Tips on How to Build Your Own Wooden Carport

Usually, people living in the country have space problems. Also, another thing that really bothers people living in the country a lot is the fact that there are a lot of birds flying around. In such instances, people every day find their cars covered in bird droppings. As a result, they have to get the dust and bird poop off the car every time they want to use their car to drive somewhere. This makes owning a wooden carport really essential. Carports are standalone structures that are useful for protecting cars and other vehicles from bird droppings as well as other elements like dust and dirt. These structures are either freestanding or built on top of secure foundations. If you also park your vehicles outside and birds faeces and other elements are also a trouble for your car and you,… (More)
Why Insulated Log Cabins Are Worth Your Money

Recently homeowners have become more aware of the significance of good insulation. Although, it has always been said that one should do one’s bit for the planet, there is more to this sudden interest than just a greener planet. With the key concern of homeowners being perhaps the increasing cost of energy bills with no end in sight, it is important to reduce on spending as much as possible. The better insulated your house is, the less energy you use which lowers energy bills. When talking about insulation, why do we never mention log homes? A gigantic range of fully insulated log cabins are available at extremely competitive rates and people all across the globe are finding their comfort and peace of mind in them. Here we discuss further the benefits of insulated log houses and why they… (More)
Convert Your Wooden Garage into The Ideal Workshop Using These Simple Tips

It is an established and well-known fact that log cabins can be used for a variety of purposes. The log cabins available on the market today are extremely spacious and durable and because of this, by organising things effectively, you can use a log cabin as a garage, a garden shed, a kids’ playroom, office and even as a functional workshop. For a lot of wooden garage owners, the garage serves a dual purpose – a place to park the car and a work area or workshop. This is especially true for log cabin owners who love to work on DIY projects. If you are into arts, woodwork or DIY converting a space into your own workshop is a great way of not only utilising the space effectively, but also maximising your space. If you are considering converting a garage into a good looking and functional DI… (More)
A Few Good Reasons Why You Will Not Regret Investing in A Residential Log Cabin

Gone are the days when residential log cabins were considered as rustic backwoods dwellings. They have become very popular over the years. Their popularity and increased demand have moved these structures from the sidelines to the centre stage and as a result lots of people are considering these structures as a good investment choice. Nonetheless, many people are still confused about these structures and are finding it hard to decide whether or not to invest in these cabins. Let’s find out more about the benefits a residential log cabin can offer. Once you know how beneficial these structures are, you will be able to make an informed decision about owning one for yourself. Log houses are beautiful and rustic to look at. In addition, they are also very eco-friendly, which is a very signi… (More)
Give Your Garden A Pleasant New Look by Installing A Log Cabin

Do you feel that your life has become a series of routines: every day you see tall buildings and as soon as you step out of the house you are greeted by crowds, noise and busy streets? Well, this has become our lifestyle and this lifestyle of ours is definitely taking us away from nature. All we want in our lives is our gadgets, but this addiction and hectic lifestyle are also causes of stress and depression. As a result, it has become critical that we spend some quality time with your loved ones away from the hustle bustle and the high-tech gadgets we have become addicted to. Spending some time in the midst of nature is the best way to unwind and relax. Additionally, being closer to nature lets you feel removed from the things that cause you stress. In such instances, having a ga… (More)