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Energy Seal-Textured Log Caulk

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Our company has been in the business of providing log home decor and supplies for years. We are well known, trusted, and have a long history with our customers which is why they turn to us when it comes time to purchase their next project. We offer all types of exterior sealants including caulk that can be used on logs homes or other surfaces such as stone, brick, metal etc. Our textured Log Caulk is perfect for sealing between horizontal seams inside your house if you want an authentic rustic look or outside if you need something more durable than paint in order to keep bugs out! It also works great around windows where air leakage may occur in older style window frames/jambs (the kind   that use a metal strip to seal the bottom of the frame). Energy Seal for Scribed Log Homes One of the popular choices among our customers is the Energy Seal. This product has been developed to help log homes maintain their natural beauty, insulation value and ease of care without affecting i...

Cedar Quarter Log Siding

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Cedar Quarter Log Siding is a natural wood product that looks like traditional log siding. It has an authentic look of hand peeled logs with the durability and ease of maintenance associated with treated lumber. There are many benefits to using Cedar Quarter Log Siding on your home, cabin or other building project including: Durable - Hardwood heartwood offers considerable resistance to decay and insect damage (heartwood contains about 12-30% tannin). Heartwood produces phenol compounds which make it resistant to fungi, mold and mildew growth. The hard outer layers also protect against dents caused by hail stones; Attractive Appearance – Realistic texture allows for beautiful coloration combinations that will beautify any exterior area. Cedar Log Siding Log siding offers a rustic, natural aesthetic. If you have an existing home with historic charm and character, log siding can add to the overall appeal while protecting your exterior walls from harsh weather conditions. Siding is...

The Difference between Pine inside and Outside Corner Trim

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  Finish carpentry work includes installing inside and outside trim to give a completed look to any home. Two basic styles of knotty pine trim are used to simplify the job and provide a material that is easily stained and finished with a clear coat. The 1” size of inside corner trim is standard and the 1 ½” size outside corner trim is typical in new and remodeled homes and cabins. They are installed easily with a nail gun and some carpenters and homeowners apply wood glue to the backsides for a more secure fit. Let’s take a quick look at the applications of these two essential corner trims. 1” Knotty Pine Inside Corner Trim and Its Applications Inside corner trims are used anywhere two walls come together and also in these areas: ·     On the sides of kitchen cabinets ·     Around bathroom vanities ·     On the inside of bar corners ·     Inside closets, pantries, and utility rooms   These trims c...

The Rustic Beauty of Knotty Pine Paneling

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  Knotty pine refers to pinewood boards with a considerable number of notable knots. This wood style was ubiquitous in kitchen decoration in the 1950s due to the rustic look it gives a space.   Sometimes, knotty pine kitchen cabinets have a sweet finish that ranges from orange to red. Matching a knotty pine cabinet run with wrought iron hardware and Formica countertops is a very splendid,  fashionable décor. Nowadays, several renovators are re-popularizing the knotty pine look by reintroducing it to new home designs for a retro feel. Warm, rich, and visually appealing, knottypine paneling can change interior spaces with iconic markings. Each board carries the tree's character from which it originated, and the result is a wreath of texture and unique patterns with a distinctive look. Log Home Shoppe shows off log home installations in knotty pine paneling in a variety of stunning interiors. All our knotty pine panelings are tongue and groove and end-matched for zero...

Log Jam Chinking

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Log Jam chinking effectively keeps its seal; it does not matter the weather. Should there be sun, rain, sleet, snow, or wind, it still holds. Log Jam chinking puts your home at ease by ensuring the weather remains outside where it should be. Log Home Caulking and Chinking  Although Caulking and Chinking mostly come last in a log home, they are the most essential. They help in preventing decay, keeping out insects, and bad weather. However, for caulking and chinking to function well, you should pick products that go with the preservatives or finish on the logs. Sealants Every log home requires caulking and chinking sealing at corners, around doors and windows, and between the logs. If you choose the caulking that goes with the logs' color and texture, it is hardly noticeable from a distance. The building system or log profile you choose determines whether your home requires chinking. Chinking is needed between horizontally fixed logs to fill the gaps. You can see chinking from a di...

Knotty Pine Beautiful Rustic Looks

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  In former days, the white pine has been disregarded by many, but with time, that has changed. Clear pine is very expensive, even more than better and select oak. Clear pine is also more costly than knotty pine. Since the knotty pine was discovered, many people have used it to make many things. Many people who buy knotty pine usually want their structure to have knots. Most of them prefer tight knots. It is in high demand, and one foot goes for less than a dollar. Though the knotty pine has been attracting more customers, it is not the only rustic variation preferred by homeowners and contractors. Other people have shown significant interest in the beetle-kill veneer pine, which has a beautiful blue tint related to the mountain pine beetle infestation. When the beetles eat the tree, its color changes, sometimes to shades of blue, which makes it perfect for homeowners who need ornamental wood. The demand for rustic wood is rising, and people want unique rustic wood in differen...

Recreate the Pioneer Cabin Days with Barnwood Paneling

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  Many homeowners in the late 1800s and early 1900s began building their interior home walls with barn wood planks. Others covered their log walls with varying widths and thicknesses of rough lumber and barn wood. Today, we see this earlier trend replicated with 1”x 6” and 1” x 8” faux barn wood ¾” thick paneling. This modern-milled pine material is versatile because it can be used on walls, ceilings, for decking, around kitchen islands, and bars. It can be stained many colors and a clear coat applied to enhance and protect its beauty. A closer look at this material’s benefits and options will add new possibilities to your cabin or home walls. Modern Barn Wood’s Benefits Barn wood paneling is used to add a rustic touch to any room in a cabin, house, or business. You get a charming and relaxing atmosphere with the following benefits: ·     No musty mold or odd smells or bugs ·     No warped boards that must be sawed to size ·   ...