Log and Timber Home Living

Log & Timber Home Living magazine is the ultimate guide to log, timber and hybrid homes. Expect expert advice on everything from floor plan design to materials and maintenance, as well as inspiring home tours, decorating ideas and more!

History in the Making

Log and Timber Home Living

A Case for Log Homes

HOW DO I FIND THE PERFECT PIECE OF LAND? • To design and build a truly exceptional log home, you need to understand the contours and characteristics of the ground it will grace. Use these tips to find the right parcel for you.

Building Budget Breakdown • We can’t tell you how much your home will cost, but we can explain how to allocate your budget.

Money Matters • Finding financing may seem daunting in this economy, but there are lenders out there who want to help you pay for your log home.

Paying for a Log Home • The type of log home you choose — as well as the services you engage from your log home provider — can affect the terms of your purchase.

Smarter Spending

Rest Insured • When it comes to insurance, most people think about protecting their home and belongings after they move in. However you also should protect yourself during the build. Log home insurance specialist Fred Roberts weighs in on the type of insurance you need and why it’s important.

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All About Logs • Once you’ve decided on a log home, you’ll need to specify what type of log is right for you. Here, we outline the four main categories to know and explore how they affect your home’s look, feel and function.

Log Profiles

8 Steps to Choosing the Right Company • Log home producers are so much more than material suppliers — they’re essential partners in the process. Here’s how to find the right fit for your project.

The Wood You Choose

Designing YOUR Dream Home • Follow these six tips to draft a dream-home floor plan that’s tailored to you.

Starting with Stock • Predesigned floor plans offer an invaluable perk — reliability. But they’re also a launch pad for creativity. Use these pointers to find and customize a design that’s just right for you.

Q HOW MUCH SPACE DO YOU REALLY NEED? • When it comes to square footage, there’s no one magic number; but there are a few tried-and-true formulas. Use these guidelines to find the right size for your spaces.

The Inside Scoop on Interior Designers • Curious what a designer does — and what they could do for your project? Hint: it’s probably more than you realize. Here’s what to know.

Perfect Balance

Builder or GC: The Role Each One Plays

HOW DO YOU HIRE A BUILDER YOU CAN TRUST? • As you browse your builder choices, ask these 7 important questions to each candidate you’re considering.

From Logs to Walls • Log stacking day (aside from move-in day) may be the single most exciting part of the process. Here’s what to expect.

The Ins and Outs of Sealants & Stains

The Builder-Buyer Partnership • Your builder or GC may be taking the lead, but that doesn’t leave you out of the loop. Learn how to be an essential part of the team.

BUILT TO LAST • The keys to log and timber home longevity — and low maintenance — start in the construction stage.

The Finishing Touch • The location sets the stage, and the logs take the spotlight, but a whole host of supporting characters complete the story of your home. From countertops and windows to floors and more, here’s a guide to everything else that will transform your project into a functional, fabulous home.

The Language of Log Homes • Like their unique appearance, log homes have a vocabulary all their own. We’ve compiled an alphabetical list of the most common words and expressions that you’ll...