Today, sixty percent of all new homes constructed contain at least one fireplace, up from thirty-six percent of new homes in 1970. And while fireplaces are becoming more commonplace in other homes, they are almost de rigueur in the log home. Without a fireplace or...
Choosing a foundation type for your log home is a decision that involves many considerations. Your build site weighs heavily on the decision, in terms of climate, building codes, and local preferences. Certainly, your personal preferences also influence the decision,...
At Real Log Homes, we are thrilled to design and manufacture log homes both large and small. Sometimes a home site is so magnificent that it calls for an equally grand log home. Such is the case for this log home in Colfax, California. Nestled in the foothills of the...
Last week, we covered ways to plan your Log Home Thanksgiving holiday to ensure that the festivities would be a low stress affair. While planning ahead is important, it is also important that the tools you use in the kitchen work without fail. Cooking a large meal can...
Real Log Homes’ standard wood species is eastern white pine. If you have your heart set on another particular species of wood, we are happy to work with you to work with you to meet your needs. Below are the reasons why we feel eastern white pine is the best...
