Home / Blog / General

General

Quick Garden blogs - an inspiration to others

Our blog section is being updated constantly with various tips on the maintenance of wooden structures as well as it's surroundings. As our blogs attract a lot of daily readers, so it happens that one of our readers is Jess from Jen Reviews! She has read our article on main points you should remember when buying things for your BBQ hut and got so inspired that she wrote her own post on how to choose a decent grill! It is loaded with practical tips and advice so make sure you visit her page! (More)
Insulated Garden Buildings for All Seasons

Insulated garden buildings are highly recommended and lucrative investments. Log cabins, garden rooms, and wooden garages are just a few of the garden structures that must have proper and extensive insulation. Constructing a garden building with log or timber materials is useless if you do not invest in pre-treatment that insulate the structure from top to bottom. Insulated garden buildings are ideal to live in regardless of the season; these remarkable structures can accommodate you all year-round. Insulated Garden Buildings for Energy Efficiency Garden buildings from log or timber materials could be pre-cut or site-built, depending on the needs and preferences of the owner. Modern log homes, garden rooms, or wooden garages are customizable in terms of design and feature. Insulated g… (More)
The importance of guttering

We have recently launched a new vlog section on our youtube channel, where we discuss various tips and tricks related to log cabins. Today's vlog features a residential log cabin which has guttering installed on it. To view the vlog, please follow the link below: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tIJXXMfb2Us (More)
The truth about pre-treated (pressure treated) cabins

There is a lot to know about a cabin before making a decision to purchase one, and one key aspect to a cabin is its longevity, which ultimately depends on the quality of wood and mostly, on the treatment it receives. Many people have the opinion that having a pressure-treated cabin is hassle-free and is the best way to treat a cabin. This is true because it means that you do not have to treat it yourself after it has been installed, although not everything is as easy and as innocent as it seems. Only two options for natural colour shade A clear colour of wood is not available as pressure treatment is always either a shade of dark brown or a dark green, so if you want to have a clear shade of treatment, in which the wood structure remains visible, a pressure-treated cabin is not an option… (More)
Top 10 Security Tips for Wooden House

Wooden houses are your sanctuary and safe haven and when the intrusion of unwelcome guests takes place, it becomes a place of danger in an instance. Boosting your wooden house’s security should be on top of your priority list. However, having a top-quality security system need not cost you thousands; it could be a small-scale and budget-friendly project and still provide a successfully functional security system in and around your log home. All you have to do is know the right way to do it. Top 10 Security Tips for Residential Cabins Safety in residential cabins is the primary goal of every cabin owner. Your log house ought to be your fortress that is impenetrable and resistant to any threats to your security. It all depends on you whether your log house stays protected and secured or o… (More)
Log Cabin Windowsill – The Type of Windowsill You Should Choose

A log cabin windowsill is basically the surface that is located at the bottom of the window. The trim’s bottom piece or the ledge that can hold plants and other objects at the bottom of the window is an integral component of this part of the cabin. Sills are basically an element of the window trim which can function in various ways. Log cabin windowsills help prevent rain from entering the log home through the window. They also make the window more energy efficient. Windowsill – Log Cabin Facts and Types A windowsill or the window trim is inclusive of the side jambs, the head casing, and the apron. The apron, for instance, is the component or attached piece that connects the trim to the wall and is beneath the sill. The head casing, apron, and side jambs all play a crucial role in makin… (More)
Log Cabins – The Best Time to Buy in 2017

Log cabins are lucrative investments especially in contemporary times when buying a house in general offers a huge return on investment. People who plan to buy a log home could choose to buy a wooden house for their primary residence, as a holiday home, or an investment property for future sales or rental purposes. One of the most important factors to consider when investing in a log home is the time of the year when it is ideal to buy. There are numerous log cabins available on the market with their unique designs and features as well as functionality. Nevertheless, timing is everything when making a sound and wise investment on your dream log home. So When Exactly is The Best Time to Buy Log Cabins in 2017? A lot of log cabin manufacturers and suppliers agree that regardless of the ye… (More)
How Many Years Will a Log Cabin Last?

One of the most important things to know about log cabin is its capacity to last for decades. With proper maintenance and treatment, a log house could last for over a hundred years given the evidence of century-old log houses and wooden structures all over Europe, where the first log homes originated. Thus, if you’re thinking of a good investment that would outlast you for generations, take a closer look at the log cabin and how this simple and humble abode cheats years and nature. A Log Cabin is Not Just Long-Lasting One of the main benefits of living in a log cabin is that it can last for years, decades, even centuries with proper care and maintenance. However, longevity and durability are not just the main benefits of living in a wooden house. There are other log cabin features that… (More)
Where is the Best Place to Build Residentia Log Cabin In the UK?

A residential log cabin is one of the best investments you could ever make, given the numerous benefits of having a log home as your primary or holiday residence. As a primary home, a log house is the best option, especially for retirees who want to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life. As an investment option, buying a residential log cabin and converting it into a rental property for the holidays or other times of the year significantly augments your income. Whatever purpose you may have for your log house, the end result is a lucrative and beneficial one. One of the most important things to consider when buying a log house is the location. Where is the Best Place to Build a Residential Log Cabin in the UK? The first-ever log cabins were created in Scandinavia and other pl… (More)
Residential Log Cabin Trends in the UK in 2017

A residential log cabin is a real icon in the real estate niche both in the past and now. Thus, there are new trends developing, especially for log homes in the UK this coming 2017. From their first existence in the 1700s to the present, log cabins have evolved into remarkable structures that will certainly be a significant part of the housing trend now and in the future. Wooden structures have become the best options for those who want to invest in secondary or holiday homes. However, they are also considered investment properties that could help you augment your income through rental means. The sky is the limit when it comes to log home trends and possibilities in the coming years. 2017 Residential Log Cabin Predictions There is nothing old and outdated with today’s log houses because… (More)