Log home windows need to be energy efficient because log homes often have very large windows or a wall of windows. Using the best energy efficient windows is critical to the energy efficiency of your new log or timber home. Lesser quality windows are like a black hole for escaping energy! High performance windows will save you […]
Hybrid Log Home
What are SIPs or Structural Insulated Panels?
Structural Insulated Panels Defined What are SIPs panels? The full name is structural insulated panels. They are used in construction and they have a number of advantages. Incredibly energy efficient, they are strong, eco-friendly and go up fast! Structural insulated panels are high performance panels, made of rigid foam insulation that is sandwiched between two […]
Rustic Floors in Log Homes
Choosing Rustic Floors for Your Cabin or Lodge Rustic floors for your log or timber home, need to be chosen carefully, and there are factors to consider that go beyond just the rustic appearance that you want… For those who are into living green, there are a number of types of rustic floors made from natural […]
A Look at How SIPs are Made
Take A Factory Tour for Structural Insulated Panels Ever wonder how SIPs are made? We were wondering how to make a SIP panel, as well. So Steve and I visited the structural insulated panel factory that supplies Crockett with their panels. Our visit was really interesting, and I’ve captured some of the highlights of our visit to […]