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Around the 1800’s small log cabins met the basic requirements of a home, and one could be constructed in as little as a few days using some very basic tools.
Log cabin kits are a convenient way to get the house of your dreams.
If you're looking for a truly unique log cabin, then building your own can be a great experience but remember it can also be challenging and physically demanding.
There are parts of Europe that use log cabins as summerhouses or as an extra room in a garden.
Although log cabins and log houses are constructed from the similar materials they do have some differences; log cabins are usually built with round rather than hewn or hand-worked wood where as log houses tend be a one story building, with an almost "less finished" appearance (unlike the log cabins) as these were initially constructed with the intention of being short-term.
Two common styles of log cabins, classified on the basis of the style of their roofs, are the purlin style and the gable style.
Log cabins are small hand-worked rustic houses. It is often called as the first generation home building that is somewhat impermanent, well-built and efficient.
Not only are Swedish log houses and log cabins beautiful and stylish, but VAT may be reclaimed on 'new build' houses so they are even more affordable.
Log cabins have been around for a long time because they have always been versatile and remain an asset for any homeowner.
Log cabins are a great alternative to a more regular style home. In fact, log cabins are cheaper than a traditional style home and many people find them more attractive.
A log cabin is both attractive and cheaper than any traditional home.
11th October, 2009
You may know a lot about log cabins, but did you know these interesting facts? Find out what they are and sharpen your knowledge about log homes.
11th October, 2009
Log cabins are fun and exciting to decorate. You do not have to get a degree in interior design, all you have to do is imagine and be creative.
11th October, 2009
There are more and more varieties of log cabins for sale these days to meet the ever increasing public demand for these products.
11th October, 2009
A log cabin isn't just for the bottom of the garden; it can be made into a comfortable second home.
11th October, 2009