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Before you take the plunge into buying a plot of land to build your own log cabin, do some research into your costs, so you know exactly what you can or cannot afford.
Using traditional methods to build a log cabin can take a lot longer than using a log cabin kit. However, the level of satisfaction gained will be a major compensation.
During the early centuries, log cabins are usually used as homes, barns and storage purposes.
Because logs are durable, there is no need to cover the exterior of a log house with shingles or clapboards or to smooth over the interior with plaster or wallboard.
Years ago the availability of logs as well as that of labour were two of the most important factors affecting the size of the log cabin.
Do you want a second home but you think you can’t afford it? Think again, because a log cabin could be the answer.
Log cabins are much cheaper to build and maintain than bricks and mortar buildings, and add a wonderful touch with their wood materials and traditional construction techniques.
The most modern type of cabin is the modular log cabin. They are built with modular log cabin kits similar to the assembly of automobiles. The kits are made in factories and then delivered to the proposed site where it will be assembled. It is quick and easy to assemble.
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 are renowned for their energy efficiency as timber is an excellent insulator - a 2.5cm log has a better thermal resistance than an 11.4cm brick, because the thousands of tiny air pockets trapped in every square inch of the wood's structure slow the transfer of heat though the log.
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
Log cabins are gaining in popularity as home offices, and an attractive log cabin can enhance your business and be a pleasure to work in.
11th October, 2009
Log cabins have evolved since it was introduced during the early centuries. Learn more on how log cabins have been developed until the modern age.
11th October, 2009
Log cabins can now be considered a worthwhile investment above that of people's perception that they are an indication of affluence.
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