The current economic situation has forced house prices down at a staggering rate sapping buyers’ confidence as it has done so. However, this is certainly not the case in the log cabin market. An every increasing number of families are choosing these structures as their main residence in place of a conventional home. When you hear of the considerable advantages that a log cabin has over a traditional home, you may not be quite so surprised at this constantly growing trend.
For one thing, they are more affordable. You can purchase a perfect three-bedroom unit complete with large bathrooms and a screened-in porch in peaceful suburbia for a price less than that of a one bedroom condominium in the middle of the city. The maintenance and on-going repairs are also a great deal cheaper. This is particularly evident when considering energy efficiency and this is where these wooden structures really do excel. Aside from economic factors and practicality, log cabins are also solid structures that can withstand the test of time and nature. Contrary to public belief, they are one of the most sturdy structures because they are very well planned in advance meaning that very few errors are possible once the construction process commences. Not to mention the fact that log cabins, especially those built near tranquil lakes or up in the mountains, can be peaceful and cosy places for people to stay.
A very important issue to think about when purchasing a log cabin is the type of wood used in its construction. Choose one that uses full logs with diameters of eight to ten inches. They are tougher than split logs as well as being a lot more energy efficient. Also, make sure that the logs used have been pre-shrunk, air-dried and sanitized to prevent future warping and infestation by moulds, fungi or wood-eating insects.
There are two types of wood that are commonly recommended for log cabins: spruce and Scandinavian pine. Spruce is also known as white wood or North American timber and is used in manufacturing paper. Spruce is the chosen wood of many manufacturers because it is known to be resistant against both insect infestation as well as decay. When you choose from the considerable selection of log cabins for sale, it is imperative that you ensure that the spruce is used only for internal areas since exposure to outside elements can reduce this wood’s life expectancy.
The other type, Scandinavian pine, is a high-quality type of wood very much in demand for building these structures. This is because Scandinavian pine is very dense and has a tight grain due to the slow growing seasons brought about by the region’s cold climate. Some manufacturers are also careful to cut the wood only from the centre of the tree, where it is hardest and most stable. If you can stretch your budget for your perfect log cabin, it’s certainly worth your investment to choose one that is made of Scandinavian pine.
Also, there are many different types of log cabins for sale these days. You can find A-frames, single-family cabins, multi-family cabins, open floor plans and the traditional American log cabin. Just choose one that will be most useful for you.
When you purchase your chosen product it is also important to consider whether or not the general surroundings are suitable for the needs of you and your family. Whether you would prefer to stay in a quiet rural area or in the modern suburbs, it’s entirely your choice but it does require careful consideration. Just remember that the structure should not be your only consideration in buying real estate. With this in mind, it is now safe to say, happy buying!
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The half-life of carbon-14 is 5600 years. If charred logs from an old log cabin show only 71% of the carbon-14?Here is the full problem. I cannot figure it out so can can anyone help?
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Gavin Evans is a full time affiliate marketer who lives in the market town of Cowbridge in South Wales, UK. Gavin promotes many products via the internet including both Wooden Garden Sheds and Log Cabins for Sale.
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Read this completely because I intend on building my own very nice log home very cheaply but you have to know how to do it.
It is according to where you live, the type of log home you want, if you are going to have it built, if you are going to use a kit, how big the logs are you will use, and if you are going to work on it yourself.
You can build a brick home for less than most log kits cost.
Most the kits out there cost between $100 and $150 for each 16 foot log.
I bidded on several homes when I was contracting but they all, every single one of them ended up building brick homes because of the cost.
I built my on sawmill so I van cut all logs, flooring and roofing timbers, flooring, roofing sheathing, studs, wood for doors, windows, kitchen cabinets, and even the trim.
You can buy a new sawmill for a few thousand dollars to do the same or if you can weld as I do, build one for less than a grand.
If you use quarry rock for the basement walls or foundation, as I intend on doing, and do the work to cut all your own materials, you can build it for less than $50,000.
You are talking about a home that is close to 2,200 square feet.
If you have it built and buy a kit, you are talking well over a quarter million dollars.
If you do it all yourself "and do good work" you can have over $200,000 equity in it when you move in but you will have to have perfect credit or scratch build it.
If you buy the right land at a good price, you may be able to get a second morgage on it to help pay to build the house. It should also have standing timber on it to use for the home.
Several of the sawmill manufactors sell them on credit also.
And you will need a planer / molder and can also get them financed.
Both of these pieces of equipment is something you can resell after you have finished the home to regroup much of the cost and is figured into the $50,000 stated above.
It's not a small undertaking but it is well worth it in the long run. Any body can learn to build a nice one if they try. They were building them hundreds of years ago with axes and hand saws.
The only thing holding me up is the right land. I want a creek so I can make my own electricity also.
If you have any more questions, e-mail me. I'll be glad to help.
good luck man that sounds sweet.
There are always Cabin rentals available at the various Illinois KOA's
Here's where in Illinois they have KOA cabin rentals.
Benton KOA
1 Room Kamping Kabins
Casey KOA
1 Room Kamping Kabins
Chicago Northwest KOA
1 Room Kamping Kabins
Kankakee South KOA
1 Room Kamping Kabins
LaSalle / Peru KOA
1 Room Kamping Kabins
Lena KOA
1 and 2 Room Kamping Kabins
Also: Deluxe Kamping Kottages, Kamping Lodges
Rock Island / Quad Cities KOA
1 and 2 Room Kamping Kabins
Springfield KOA
1 Room Kamping Kabins
Happy Travels!!!!!
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Very nice!!
hm i couldn’t tell the difference between photograph and painting comparing the final resault.
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Nice… I think log cabin is perfect near the ocean. If you want some decor in it… you can try visit this site. http://www.kdloghomes.com/
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how is this not a real photo?
Log cabins are beautiful and homey to live in. However, they are high-maintenance and expensive. Because they are built of organic materials, it is almost like they are alive.
To keep a log home in top condition, requires the wood logs to be treated and maintained regularly year after year so the wood doesn't dry out and rot. Sometimes the logs can warp and need to be repaired or replaced, which is expensive. Also, weather wears out the weatherproofing material between the logs, and it will also eventually need to be maintained and repaired continuously over time.
If you are up to the regular high maintenance (either by doing it yourself or by paying someone else to do it), then a log cabin is a wonderful type of building that is well worth the investment.
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Perfect.
I like the fact that answer number one is pretty OPEN in his statments. TO accurately define your prices/end costs, it seems to me (with all dur respect) you already have so much of what you need regarding resources, to get PRICES.
Without knowing at all,,,the "LAY OF THE LAND" I'd probably go with a "daylight" basement" AND honestly 2200 sq. ft. is hardly a CABIN. SIGH. I see and get in e mail Every day,,,BUILD TO SHELL…NC cabins for less that 100 K. I so want to assume you could double that to finish.
Another thing I might ask is WHY do you need a LOAN to finish? No offense to you certainly,,, OR the KIT provider, but you don't mention WHERE? IE: 35 miles East of Ashville? Etc,,, OR if you already OWN the land? IF you happened to own the land,,, the loan could be negotiated with it as collateral.
Once more, and with all due respect…FINISH might be relative, as it FITS some liveable plan you have, and could easily take 18 to 24 months?
Finally, and I hope I haven't offended you. ANYONE doing any work, and depending on zoning and code issues, better be ready to back up any liability "DADDY" or not.
No one here who answers can know your families commeitment, or a time frame for you
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Depending how long the log is, I had one replaced last yr. It was 8 ft long and cost me $1200 to contract out. It took the contractor all day. Call in a few GCs and get three bids. That will give you a better idea. Yellow page it.
Just make some trusses and put them on 2 foot apart . Lay some 1×4s across the trusses 18 inch's apart then lay some tin on the roof overlapping each other. Then use the special tin to cap off the roof. Dont use logs too much weight. Use plywood and framing. Build it on skids. So you can pull it with snow mobile.