Airbaths Offer a Luxurious Option
Jacuzzi baths always start out great, but because they work by pumping water in jets through the tub, they can be noisy. If not cleaned or used regularly they can develop mold issues that are a hassle to remedy. One company, Toto decided to replace the traditional water jets with air jets, which not only… Read more »
Green Tip: Recycled Leather Tiles
If you’re looking for a great rustic flooring or accent option, check out EcoDomo’s Rainforest and Echelon lines of recycled leather tiles and floors. According to the company’s website, EcoDomo’s recycled leather tiles are “made for extreme wear and tear conditions, [and] are nearly twice as dense as cork floor tiles, have abrasion rates comparable… Read more »
Two New October Planning Seminars in New York and Mass., + Log Home Shows!
This fall season has kicked off with a bang, with plenty of opportunities to learn more about Katahdin Cedar Log Homes and what makes the log home lifestyle so appealing. Two New Seminars in October You’ll have two opportunities in October to join Katahdin’s team of log home experts for a one-day, comprehensive Log Home… Read more »
Log Home Planning Seminar – Mansfield, MA
Log Home SeminarSaturday, October 5, 2013Holiday Inn Mansfield31 Hampshire StreetMansfield, MA When researching locations we wanted to be central to many of our New England friends. We found a great location at Holiday Inn Mansfield for our seminar and a fantastic nearby Katahdin Cedar Log Home for you to experience first hand! The day-long Log… Read more »
Log Home Planning Seminar – Hamilton, NY
October 12, 2013Colgate InnOne Payne StreetHamilton, N.Y. When researching locations we wanted to be central to many of our New York friends. We found a great location at Colgate Inn, Hamilton, N.Y. for our seminar and a fantastic nearby Katahdin Cedar Log Home for you to experience first hand! The day-long Log Home Seminar will… Read more »
Five Fall Log Home Shows On the Roster
While for many families August marks “Back to School” sales, for Katahdin it means planning and packing up our road show! We’ve carefully selected the best log home shows for you to explore, learn and enjoy, while having the opportunity to meet with our experienced and knowledgeable local dealers. Bring your ideas, log home scrapbooks,… Read more »
SIP Panels vs. Whole Logs
For homebuilders interested in energy efficiency and fuel savings, some builders are tapping into Structural Insulated Panels or SIPs as a structural option to stick built and increasingly whole log homes. Many “hybrid” log home designs also rely on SIPs for the guts of the building envelope. We thought we’d take a look at SIPs… Read more »
Interior Finishing Options – Tips for Maximizing Wood Walls
Log homes are typically finished on the exterior with a stain and protective finish to maximize the beauty of the wood. More often, log home owners are also looking to enhance the wood grain on interior walls with a wide palette of colors in semi-transparent and transparent stains. One new trend for large spaces is… Read more »
Green Tip: Thermal Mass Insulation Through Phase Change Materials
Most log home enthusiasts understand the benefits of thermal mass in storing and release heat within the logs themselves. It’s one of the reasons log homes feel so comfortable. So what if you could enhance that thermal mass element in your log home? Some engineers have come up with a nifty new way to retain… Read more »
Dual Purpose Rooms’ Make Spaces Work Harder!
Many homeowners are taking a second look at innovative ways to create dual purpose rooms in their log homes. Combining a guest room with an office, a craft or sewing room, or children’s playroom can make sense if the project is approached with an eye for detail. One fantastic way to create dual purpose areas… Read more »
Cleaning Up – New Technology for Floors
Let’s face it, cleaning floors is a constant challenge for homeowners. There are some terrific new technologies and products to clean, remove allergens and bacteria, and keep floors in great shape. Central Vacuum SystemsCentral vacuum systems were once a non-starter with log homes, but Katahdin’s unique Energy Envelope System makes installation of the necessary outlets… Read more »
Shade Sails and Pergolas-Style and Protection
Log homes often feature large deck areas that create extra outdoor living areas. Adding a shade sail or a more permanent pergola can keep these areas pleasant when the sun is high in the sky or rain threatens out door activities. Shade SailsShade sails have become a dynamic way for outdoor areas to become more… Read more »