Log Home Maintenance
No matter what materials it’s made from, every house requires maintenance — log homes simply require a slightly different approach. Consider Log Home Living your all-inclusive guide to everything you need to know about log home maintenance.

When it comes to maintaining your log home’s walls, doing it right the first time means that you won’t find yourself doing it all the time. A seasoned log home pro shares the lessons he’s learned about caring for wood.
Don't let raccoons run amok on your property. Use these five tips to keep raccoons out of your garbage–and your home.
A log homeowner shares the lessons she’s learned along the way and what everyone should look for as their own log home matures.
Try these non-toxic methods to stop nature’s critters from enjoying your garden before you can. From slugs to deer, here are so...
Log homes can take a beating over time. Here are five threats to any log cabin, and how WOODguard® can help you keep your exter...
We often take indoor-air quality for granted, but the fact is that the air inside your home can have more concentrated pollutan...
Stay warm and cozy this season by building the perfect fire for your log home fireplace.
Sometimes, you need a change of plans... floor plans that is. Find out all you need to know about expanding a renovating your l...
Pre-treating your log home's wood with a non-corrosive borate-based solution is an effective way to deter termites, beetles, ca...
Considering your log home’s stain options? Scott Roesner gives us the inside scoop on water-based acrylics.
If your logs are beginning to look faded and worn, it's time for you to re-stain your home. Check out these tips to finding the...
In the aftermath of a devastating fire, one couple rebuilds their log home and their life.
What log maintenance projects can you tackle yourself and when should you call a pro? Log home stain manufacturers and restorat...
Is that really possible? With a little forethought and planning, you can achieve a log home that’s easy to care for and wonderf...
A historic Florida fort gets a little re-fortification of its own, thanks to a New York log manufacturer.
The air you breathe can be one of the dirtiest things inside your home. Here’s how (and why) you should keep it clean.
As the seasons change, so do your home's needs. Follow our concise tips to keep your home in pristine shape, no matter the time...
Logs soak up moisture and can cause rot. Learn about the sealing process and more.