Advice for fixing leaks in knots/checks 16 Replies

New log construction, 8X12 D logs with double row of 3/8 Emseal, foam backer-rod used in all checks with Sascho Log Jam, then finished with two coats of Lifeline Ultra stain/and two topcoats. I went back in troubled areas and recaulked, but i am still getting some leaks to my disappointment.  I coulda, shoulda, woulda done better by extending the overhang further than 24" in hindsight, but this side of the cabin is windblown typically and 6' overhang might not have sufficed.  Any ideas on…Continue

Started by Kyle Pudden in All About Stains and Sealants. Last reply by Colorado Log Home Finishing 21 hours ago.

fireplace location 9 Replies

Our floor plan shows the entry/foyer looking directly at the den/family room when you enter.  We are considering placing a free standing wood stove/pellett stove between the two, without encasing it in brick or stone. Either side will be open, no walls.  It will only show the stove and the black pipe to the ceiling.  Does anyone have that in their home or do you have any thoughts about planning it that way?  We don't the rustic look. Continue

Started by Lynn bean in Issues, Questions, Suggestions, Complaints (and Compliments!). Last reply by Bob Mack on Monday.

LOG CABIN ROAD NAMES 116 Replies

It's been interesting over my lifetime to hear the different road names were log home owners put there log home.Names like, Log Cabin Rd., Logger Rd., Duck Pond Lane.I would like to hear what your road is.I don't need your address, would just like to hear the road name.I don't want to get in trouble.It will be interesting to hear the different road name.Just For Fun!KellyContinue

Started by Kelly in Just For Fun. Last reply by Kelly Apr 11.

Looking for Someone to re-stain our log home in Bristol,TN 4 Replies

We have a log home in East Tennessee (Bristol), and are looking for a reputable professional to re-stain our home. Please forward us any contacts you may in this area.Thanks!Continue

Started by LauraMorris in Welcome to the Log Home Forum. Last reply by LauraMorris Apr 7.

Issue with Potential Log Home Purchase 10 Replies

Hello!I am looking at purchasing a 3300sq ft log home in NC and noticed a portion of the rear wall of the house is bowing where they installed a bay window. The house is listed for about 80k less than appraisal but will the bow in the wall get worse, should it be fixed, any idea how much to fix something like that? Wondering if I should make an offer, or just walk away from it.Thanks!ScottContinue

Tags: bowing, wall, home, log

Started by Scott Horner in Building and Maintenance Issues. Last reply by Chris Wood Apr 1.

Heat Exchanger

Does anyone know anything about a heat exchanger that would replace the bathroom fan and reduce the moisture on all the windows - not just the bathroom?  I believe it might be called a Panasonic Whisper Green.  Doesn't have to be that exact one though.Anyone familiar with this sort of thing??Continue

Started by Judy & Lee Peacock in Building and Maintenance Issues Mar 31.

New Strategic Business advisors 7 Replies

Just ran across a web site developed in 2013.  Titled:  B Burton Webb Strategic Business Advisors.  Now instead of being a log home manufacturer, he is a business consultant.  I believe this fellow is the former owner of Tennessee Log Homes.  This business went bankrupt.  I have found court issues where a loan , over a million  dollars was defaulted on.  He was fired from working with the Mayor of Knoxville.  His home at the Tamarack Resort in Idaho, was sold on a short sale.  His home in…Continue

Started by henry in Log Home News Bulletin Board. Last reply by EZMARY Mar 30.

Introduce Yourself! 277 Replies

Welcome to The Log Home Neighborhood! We're glad you stopped by.Feel free to introduce yourself here, or, create a profile and start uploading photos and videos, start blogging, join groups and take advantage of all the best resources the The Log Home Neighborhood has to offer.Oh, and by the way, I'm the Neighborhood Host - so let me know if you have any questions, comments or concerns and I'll be more than happy to accommodate you!Continue

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Started by Neighborhood Host in Welcome to the Log Home Forum. Last reply by Ron Wolfe Mar 29.