Explore Six Interior Wall Design Options!

While we’re crazy about our cedar tongue-and-groove interior finishes in Katahdin Cedar Log Homes, not everyone is a fan of the all-wood look. That’s one of the big benefits of our Energy Envelope System—superb energy efficiency and design flexibility. If you’re wondering what might be installed in place of the cedar paneling, we’ve got some… Read more »

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Back to Basics: Chimneys, Fireplaces & Woodstoves

Updated 2/28/24 Nearly every Katahdin Cedar Log Home features a hearth — from a focal centerpiece in a great room with soaring cathedral ceilings to a cozy master bedroom fireplace. While many dream chimneys and fireplaces feature natural stone, it’s important to understand your options when designing your home’s fireplace. We spoke with retired Katahdin… Read more »

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Green Tip: Induction Stove Tops Make IAQ Sense

Updated 2/26/24 For years, the top gourmet kitchens have insisted on natural gas or propane stoves, because of the excellent control and powerful BTUs provided by burning these fuels for cooking. But as folks construct well air-sealed homes to increase energy efficiency, removing combustion for heat generation is also getting a second look. Fortunately, there’s… Read more »

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Back to Basics: Interior & Exterior Finishing

Updated 2/26/24 One important step in completing your Katahdin Cedar Log Home is the interior and exterior finishing. Because most of the surfaces inside and out of your home are bare wood surfaces, it’s essential to treat these surfaces to protect the wood and provide a lasting finish. We spoke with Ricki Shields, a log… Read more »

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Five Plumbing Upgrades You Didn’t Know You Needed

When planning the plumbing fixtures in your new Katahdin Cedar Log Home, you may want to consider some upgrades that are easy to plumb now but can be more costly to retrofit. We selected some of the top plumbing upgrades to check out. Canine Comfort For families with pets some tasks can be made easier… Read more »

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Smokeless Firepits Make Entertaining Easy

Smokeless firepits are an innovative way to extend the outdoor entertaining season in your Katahdin Cedar Log Home. There are several types on the market, and we’ve got the details to help you decide whether a smokeless fire pit is right for you. How do Smokeless Fire Pits Work? Nearly all smokeless firepits work the… Read more »

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Septic System Primer

Chances are that your new Katahdin Cedar Log Home will require a septic system be installed to handle your home’s waste, since many log homes are built in rural settings. If you’ve never lived in a home with a septic system, the prospect can be a little daunting, so we’ve created this Septic System Primer… Read more »

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Garage Designs for Accessory Dwellings

 If you’re looking for a way to maximize your Katahdin Cedar Log Home’s living space, take a second look at your garage. Many homeowners are realizing the benefits of expanding up for living area above the garage space makes a lot of sense. We’ll take a look at whether an accessory dwelling might make sense… Read more »

Lock In Your Energy Now

When it comes to powering your new Katahdin Cedar Log Home, it’s important to carefully consider the options available for electricity, heating and cooling. Right now, natural gas, propane and oil pricing —and in some cases availability —are out of our control and heavily influenced by events both on the domestic and international stage. Power… Read more »

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Five Reasons Why Katahdin Cedar Log Homes is the Smart Choice

There are quite a few log home manufacturers across the country, so it can be a challenge to identify the smart choice to fit your requirements. Building a log home is a little like a marriage — positive collaboration is the key to reaching your goals. With a half century of experience, Katahdin Cedar Log… Read more »

Green Tip: Circadian Lighting

What if a simple lightbulb could help you feel energized during the day and sleep better at night? Make it an energy saving LED bulb and this could transform your health! Circadian lightbulbs are programmable LED bulbs that use science to awaken, energize and calm before bed, reflecting the body’s own circadian internal clock.   Circadian… Read more »

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Powder Room Décor

Powder rooms are small spaces that can have a big impact on your guests. And because there’s so much wall finishing flexibility in Katahdin Cedar Log Homes, the sky’s the limit for powder room décor.  Start with the Walls  Because these spaces are usually pretty cozy, opting to whitewash the cedar tongue and groove paneling… Read more »

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Designing with Glass Blocks

Glass blocks offer both a retro design as well as clean contemporary lines that enhance illumination and maintain privacy in your Katahdin Cedar Log Home. Most of us are familiar with the standard 8×8-inch blocks, with wavy or molded designs. But there are a multitude of options, styles, and even colors to play with!   Benefits… Read more »