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Log openings – Openings in your log structure
Log openings have to be designed correctly for window and doors. The allowance for log settlement and window and door fixing systems, mean the openings in the log walls are bigger than the actual wind
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Log Settlement – You must know about this!
Log settlement will occur in your log cabin after construction, that is a fact! More importantly why does his happen and what should you be aware of?
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Log Cabin design principles – Get the basics right!
You must understand the log cabin design principles if you are looking to design your own log cabin.
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Moisture in logs – How to avoid problems!
Good design can help prevent moisture in logs becoming an issue. In countries where there is a damp climate you should be extra careful with this!
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Log Cabin ebook – Your steps to log cabin success!
We distil down many years of experience to give you the 7 most important aspects in our log cabin ebook. Containing many photos and pictures this ebook will allow you go about your log cabin project w
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About us – How did we come to love log cabins?
Would you like to know more about us how I came to learn so much about log cabins and be so passionate about them? Discover how I learnt through personal experience, all about these great structures!
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Big Log Cabins – What to consider first?
Big log cabins can be spectacular and are an enticing prospect! What considerations do you need to think about with this size of cabin?
Log Cabins Scotland – What is most important here?
What is particularly relevant to log cabins Scotland? Well this popular location for log cabins can throw up some unique sites!
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Log Cabin Architect / Designer - Make sure you find a good one!
It is vitally important that you choose a log cabin architect or designer who has good experience with log buildings!
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Window and Door Glazing – What do You Know about it?
The window and door glazing available today, is much more advanced than even that used 10 years ago. What has changed?
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Window and Door Security & Safety – What should you look for?
Window and door security and safety affect you in two ways. Find out how to protect both yourselves and your log cabin!
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Window and Door Quality – How good is it?
A quick look may be give an idea of the window and door quality, but what aspects really make the overall difference?
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Log cabin doors - which type would look good internally?
What sort of internal log cabin doors should you choose? Take a look at the options…
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Which timber external doors are best for your log cabin?
Timber external doors will complement your log cabin well. Which ones should you choose though?
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Timber Windows - How much do you know about them?
Thinking of getting timber windows for your log cabin? Then you should educate yourself on what makes a good window!
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Temporary log cabin or a permanent one?
Are you trying to provide a short term solution? See whether a temporary log cabin would be the answer or if it makes sense to buy one which will last!
Log Cabin Permit for Development or Planning Permission!
Whatever your country calls it, a log cabin permit for planning or development may well be required. Here’s some advice on this subject…
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Log Cabin Building regs or permits
Log cabin building regs or permits, will be required in most cases. However in some cases you may not need to apply for this!
Mobile Log Cabin Installation & Delivery!
The mobile log cabin installation process is probably its biggest trump card! Find out what to expect…
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Mobile Log Cabin Specification & Design!
Is a mobile log cabin specification and design different? In a word yes, so find out why!
Why mobile log cabins are so popular!
Do you know why mobile log cabins are so popular? Well there several reasons, but one really is the key to their success!
Log Cabin Foundation Details – Longevity, damp & cost!
What other log cabin foundation details should you look at? Well longevity, damp proofing and moisture and of course cost are all important!
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Log Cabin Foundation Accuracy – Why you must get this right!
Your log cabin foundation accuracy is critical for 2 main reasons. Find out why you can not afford to get this wrong!
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Log Cabin Foundation Types – Which is best for You?
There are many different log cabin foundation types. Find out more, so you can pick the right foundations for your project.
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Log Cabin Interior Costs – What to look out for!
Log Cabin interior costs can vary considerably. We reveal what aspects you must know, to factor in all the related costs!
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Log Cabin Fire Treatment – Does this costly process affect you?
Fire regulations vary considerably across the globe. Where you need to comply however, the cost of log cabin fire treatment can be considerable!
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Log Cabin Wet Areas – Make sure you get this right!
Planning and constructing your log cabin wet areas, is something you must do with great care! Find out all the do’s and don’ts!
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Log Cabin Ceilings – What works well?
What type of log cabin ceilings look good? We look at this, plus what other things to consider for ceilings.
Log Cabin Internal Walls – What are the options?
Depending on which type of logs you use, you may have different choices for your log cabin internal walls. Find out more about possible options.
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