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building a log home." I said, "You big dummy,I am lackl"

Well, I do admit, I really didn't know beansabout building a log home. But, thanksto this magazine you're reading, I didknow about the friendly folks atSatterwhite Log Homes.

Do ltYourself and SaveSince 1974, the Satterwhites have built orsupplied materials for over 10,000 log homes. Soeven if youie way offin Storybook Valley, like me,you can still take advantage of their log home smartsand buy the materials direct from them. Then, do ityourselfand save. After all, 50% ofthe costs oflog homeconstruction is the cost oflabor.

Prompt Delivery AssuredI had ten sub-contractors working on my house: sevendwarfs and three pigs. Timing was critical. I got mymaterial package in less than a month, thanks in part toSatterwhite's large warehouse inventory. My shipmentcontained everything necessary to get my house 'dried-in," as well as interior framing. Video and manual with

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About my subs. I have to tell you, the dwarfs are good forsmall tasks. And, the three pigs were gluttons for work.

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Satterwhite's design staffcranked up their CADcomputer and customized my floor plan. (They'll do it foryou, too.) I added a walk-in coat closet for when my Giantfriend visits!

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82One in a MillionWho needs to follow all the rules? Not thisWisconsin homeowner, who created a mas-terpiece to match his personality.Story by Holly Smith

58Against the OddsBuilding a custom home is challengingenough-but these folks had a toughdeadline, too. Learn how this Virginiacouple oversees the construction of astriking lakeside home, and how thevbeat the clock.

Story by lohn Morell

62Love at First SightOhio's rolling hills hold a house perfectfor hosting family, friends and a iifetimeof memories.

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Taking the ReinsWant to be your owngeneral contractor?Before you take the reins,read our must-have tips.

Sawy BuilderSpring means long hikesand days on the lake-and a little home mainte-nance after winter's toll.These ouick and easvsteps will take no longerthan 48 hours.

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Design26 Design Ghallenge

Oru design expert,Rachel Machacek, offersspace-saving tips thatwill add lots of charac-ter to your home, too.Here's her lowdown onbump-outs and built-ins.

You Dream,We DesignWe design a home foryoung parents whosedream is to build aclassic getaway homealongside a lake.

The Best ofthe BestThe results are in!Check out our favoritehome designs of theyear. They'll impressand inspire you.

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Decor12 Decor We Love

tee-inspired optionswill add a touch ofnature to your home.From hardware to fur-nifure, these gloriouspicks remind us whyMother Nature's beautysurpasses all others.

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Front PorchThe best of April,including sure-fue waysto add curb appeal toyour front yard, a prod-uct guide for choosingthe right sofa, one ofour favorite artists anda road trip to the heart-land.

GalendarSeminars and openhouses-find the latesthappenings in the loghome community.

ResourcesSee something inone of our home toursyou'd like to buy? Findall the information here.

152 The LifeOne of the reasons webuild log homes in thefirst place.

Featurcd Advertising48 Advertising Guide73 Wood Gare GuideU Handcrafters'GalleryS Focus on Floorplans

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79 Wood Garc GuideChoosing stain foryour logs is one ofthe biggest decisionsyou'll make. Here'swhere to start, as weoffer an overview ofseveral outstand ingcompanies.

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Spripg's Master PlanOUR GARDEN isn'tpretty in earlyApril.It's a drilly dirtsquare,8 feetby8 feet,framedbyawinter-beaten wire fence. Gourd and zinniaroots laytangled fromwhere they gave up the ghostlast fall. Shapeless in spring ifs hard to envisionthis patch of earth becoming the fecund nuh of towering sunflowers and chubby

cucumbers of August. Still, we make a plan for this soilcanvas. As the days grow wanner, we tweak our ideas for thesquar-moving planb here and there---and wakh everythingevolve. Memorial Day delivers the semblance of a gardery andeach yea1, despite knowing what we've planted, all that growsfrom the earth seems to be a surprise, a minor miracle as old asthe cosmos,

Homebuilding is no mirade, but like a garden duringApril'sfirst days, faith in planning comes in handy. In the pages thatfollow, you'll be able to pick up a range of floorplan tips to mapout every room of your home. Our annual design contest ("Bestof the Best " page 38) showcases amazing ideas and provesthat log-home architects continue to be ldaders in innovation.I think you'll also enjoy Design Challenge (page 26), whereManaging Editor Rachel Madracek reveals the tricks of space.saving bump-outs and built-ins. In You Dream, We Desigrr,(page 30), we created a home for young parents who'd like tobuild a family legacy alongside an upstate New York lake thatholds several generations of family memories.

With warm weather on the way, some of you might be ikhingto begin your home proiect and act as youf own general con-tractor. That's great---and it's a fairly commonpractice amongintepid log-home enthusiasts. Butbefore you dive in, dreck out

Associate Editor Clare Martin's story'Thking the Reing" (page17), which outlinesthree critical factors to consider before you make the first move. And if you alreadyown a log home--or simply want to know what to expect-]im Cooper, our SawyBuilder (page 22) discusses the ever-important issue of spring maintenance (hint hisideas won't take up more than a single weekend).

Of course, tending to a home's design and a garden's maturity require lots ofweekends. Labors of love? Sure. But carrying out both endeavors, as we pore overplans, erase entire rooms, till sfubbom clay and water with a vengeance, also requiresmore than a little passion.

It's what sustains as we wait for summer's fkst sweet tomato and all those nightsnext to the fi.re in a new home.

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William LewisDes Moines. lowa

Editor's Note: Dwr William, nu*rrou, Iog-iro*e companies haoe i:mplemmted proactrce measures sothatairtwlly no excasu"nodiswasted.We chnttedwithl(ntahdin Cedar I-og Homes andKuhns Bros.Log Homes about their practices. IQtahdin President Darsid Gordon said that remnant wood is oftmused to craft fences,window andplantuboxes, and outdoor play sets. Lower-gradelumber is sold tohomeowners to use in their fireplace or woodstooe, and eaen the sawdust and shaoings find asecond life as a heat source for Kathadin buildings and kilns in lieu of fossil fuels. Kuhns Bros.Log Homes adheres to similar practices, according to Kuhns'Public Relations/Proiect SpecinlistMatt McGoaern. Various furnishings and home accessories are crafted from smaller pieces ofexcess wood. The company's mulch and sawdust diaision has grown rapidly. Kuhns buys leftooerzuood from lumber mills to ground into mulch and sawdust, zuhich is stored in a silo and sold tofarmers as liaestockbedding. The responsible ffirts of these companies, nlong with many others,haoe ensured that all wood is recycled and put to good use.

A River Runs Through ltAlthough we built our home in 1985, it's

still a work in progress. \Aihat started out asa modest and secluded two-bedroom, two-bathroom log home alongside a river has

grown into a 155-footlong, 8,14L-square-foot wilderness retreat (above top). Wehave frequent sightings of eagles duringwinter months, and we even raised a fe-male raccoon (above bottom). She retumsevery night for her dog food and cookiesand is now on her sixth litter of kits. Wenever thought our home would evolve asmuch as it has!

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GlarificationSince many of you have asked: OurHome of the Month for February2008 was designed by Tim Brock withMountain Architects, the design teamfor PrecisionCraft Log & Timber Homes,precisioncraft.com.

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Branehiirg OutTwig furniture and log homes have always gone together-the leafyguys are the little brothers of your logs, after all. But nown twigs areinspiring more decorative items (from shelves to silverware) that willtake a woodsy theme even further.

Sticking PointWhile humans have certainlyevolved since the days of primi-tive utensils (sticks used to rcastmarshmallows around the camp-fire notwithstanding), Vwa Terra'stwig.handled flatwarc pruves thatsometimes it's a good idea to turnback time. The rcalistic utensils'stainless-steel working ends aremolded to handles cast from rcaltwigs, creating an outdoorsy silhou.ette that will look grcat in the con.text of another rugged blast fiomthe past: your log home. $58 for aS.piece place setting, or t1425 foreight place settings. Call 8OO.233.6011, or visit vivaterra.com.

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Offering a slightly abstract take on the twig conceptis West Elm's Branch Shelf, which rel ies on slants ofchocolatecolored wood to form an angular bough. Whileits miniature outcroppings aren't big enough to hold, say,your entire DVD collection, the striking little shelf is theperfect place to show off a few prized knick-knacks thatwould otherwise get lost in the shuffle. $99. Call 866-937-8356, or visi t westelm.com.

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Gettin'Ttnriggywith rtTherets really no excuse for anyone to haveboring hardware on their cabinets and draw-ers+specially when you consider that install-ing whimsical knobs and pulls is a relativelyinexpensive way to make a style statement.Michael Aram's twig-inspired hardware is dis-tinctive, but understated enough not to looksilly. Plus, three different finishes (oxidized,nickel and bronze) will make it easy to findthe perfect match for your woodwork. $6.50knob, top) and $11 (pull, bottom). Call 866-

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Places to Stay

Uod LodgeNebraska CityLocated on Afior Day Farm.this Adirondack^style lodge wasbuilt with nine types of wood,and plaques scattered aroundthe property explain the varioususes of each kind. The lodgesticks to its conselationistioots, usingwaste wood forheating and promotlng recychng.Rates start at $129 per nightbased 0n double occupancy.402-873-8?33: liedlodge.com

tfttpedng Phes Bedand BrealrfmtNebraska CityThis five-bedroom, antique-filled inn, operated by ShirleySrnulling and her husband,wilt appeal to those who lovefiowers as much as trees. The6-acre property is a masslvegorden, ltftich in the springexplode$ wiih thou$ands ofhllips planted by Shirley overthe years.Rates start at $105 per nightbased 0n double occupancy.402-873-5850; bbonline.comlneA'vhispering

The Lyceum Guest HonsetsrownvilleAbout :.5 miles south ofNebraska City is the tiny viilageof Brownville, which has beendesignated an ofncial BookTown USA because of the corn"munity's impressive numberof literary events. The LyceumGuest House. the brainchildof praprietor Jane Smith. is at)0okstore, restaurani idon'tmiss the cherry pieli and guesthouse all rolled into one.Rates start at $65 per nightbased on double occupancy.402,825-4321

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A lhee Grows in NebraskaThanks to the effods of one conseryationist, illebraskaCity is an oasis of hes in a state typified by prairieland.

IF THERE WERE A PATRONsaint of log homes, it wouldprobably be J. Sterling Morton,who made his home in thesmall town of Nebraska City,Nebraska, but left his mark onthe world as the founder ofArbor Day. After all, withoutthe annual planting of treesthatArbor Day promotes, therewould likely be far fewer logsto go around.

Morton, a native of thehear.y forests of Michigan, cameto the Nebraska Territory in1854. Despite the beauty of theprairie, he and his wife missedtrees, and made great efforts toplant trees that would surviveon the prairie, including an ap-ple orchard. Morton eventuallyencouraged the state legislatureto establishArbor Day as an of-ficial state holiday.

Today, the Arbor LodgeState Historical Park andArboretum is a72-acre monu-ment to Morton's work. hr addi-tion to 270 varieties of trees andshrubs, the park also boasts abeautiful formal rose garden.

It's a far cry from the vastprairies that typically come tomind when one conjures im-ages of this state.

"With all of the rollinghills and the pretty trees here,people just don't think of thisas Nebraska," agrees LarryFalk, who moved to NebraskaCity about 15 years ago fromMinnesota. He and his wife

were driving through the area

on vacation and fell in lovewithit.

"The people here are just

top notch," adds his friendIvan Boemer, who has lived in

Nebraska all of his life andnow

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sings in a barbershop quartet.The area's affinity for all

things tree-related doesn't stopwith theArbor Lodge, though.Across the road, you'll find the235-acre Arbor Day Farm, aworking hee farm and apple or-chard. It's one of three orchardsin Nebraska City and includes

160 varieties of apples, plus apreservation orchard dedicatedto bringing back varieties thatare no longer available on the

commercial market.

Anything else you might

want to know about apples canbe found at the Apple House,where you can watch workers

clean and sort apples, as wellas press cider and applesauce.

Need further proof of justhow beloved apples and treesare in this southeastern cor-ner of Nebraska? Head to theApplejack Festival on the thirdweekend of September or theArbor Day Festival on the lastweekend inApril. You needn'tbe there during festival time,though, to appreciate the natu-ral beauty that the arbors bringto this part of the countrv

For more informatironlNebraska City -iounsm & Commerce800-514-9113; nebraskacity.com

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Up FrontFut your best yard forward with subtle landscapingthat ooz6s curb appeal,

YOU CAN TELL A LOT ABOUT PEOPLE from theirfront yards. Some are orderly and clipped to militaryprecisiory while others are wild and reckless. But onethjng's for sure: The front yard gives the fust impres-sion about the folks-and the home-beyond. "Itsets the tone for what's to come," says Debbie Perry,a master gardener in Leesburg, Vrginia. "The frontyard should be intriguing so that it draws visitors in.It's also important to make your home look like it'snestled into the landscape, not overpowered by it.

"In the back yard, you can be dramatic and dar-ing," she continues, "but in the front, it's best to bea little more conservative." This doesn't mean bor-ing, though Debbie offers a couple words of caution:"Remember balance and spacing when planting treesand shrubs. Tiy to envision how large the plants willbe 10 to 20 years later."Also, you don'twantto overdoit. A jungle in the front yard with loads of gardengnomes running through the lawn will only distractfrom the main focal point-your home.

Here are Debbie's top 5 tips for creating an invifing, exciting and elegant garden full of curb appeal.

1, Soften HardscapesIf your walkway or driveway is straight and severe,

add curved plantbeds with low-growing foliage on

either side. Hang floweringplanb or fems from a cov-

ered porch, and place interesting container plants on

either side of the front door for a warm welcome.

2. Plant EvergreensThis is especially true for beds close to the house.

During the winter months, you want to frame your

home with some color and texture, and a variety of

evergreens will keep the front of the house from look-

ing bare.

3. Strategize SeasonsDesignate garden space for seasonalplanb,like spring

bulbs, summer anrruals, fall mums and winter cabbage.

That way, you'Il always have a bright focal point.

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4. Install LightingThis is a great way to make your house shine dayand night. Use up-lights on mature trees and smallguiding lights for walkways. Consider solar lightsthat are easy on the budget and the environment.

5, Ralse StructuresCreate characterby adding a vine<overed trellis over

a boring garage dooa building a stacked-stone wall

for plant beds, or replacing a tired old cement walk

with a texfured brick, stamped concrete or slate path.

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Divine fntergentionSculptor James Andison creates pieces infused withrcligious and cultural influences, while conveying hislove of nature-and especially, wood.

lThoughyoudnever know it by looking at his intri-cate designs, it's completely accidentalthat James Andison began sculptingwood. He always had an interest inthe art so one day he picked up somescraps of wood and tools (think wirecutters and pruning shears) withthe intention of building a log-cabinbirdhouse. "It looked awful," |amesprofesses. "I guess my wife took pityon me, because she surprised me withmy fust set of chisels for my birthday."

Soon after, a chance meeting with a real estate agent endedin a job carving a totem pole for a local builder's show home.Now, aside from creating vertical art, he produces pieces suchas tables, mantels and masks.

l?fillqlffi{f{".il,{l r4/hen customers ap-proachlames about commissioning a piece, it'ssort of a mutual interviewing process. SinceJames relies on religious or cultural themes,he inquires about their heritage to generate astory and ideas. He then composes a drawingof his vision so a client can give feedback. "Ilove those who are passionate and involvedin the design process," says James. Since he

strict deadlines. Because of that, james switched from chiselsto air tools and grinders. "It virtually cuts my time in half,"he says.

EElEElllSElIEf, EI Ju*",is very thorough when choos-ing his medium. "I don't justgo and pick a log. I have totell suppliers exactly what I'mlooking foa then I go and visu-ally inspect it," he says. He isalso specific on the moisturecontent of the logs. "When putin an arid house. the wood willcrack some with the humidity. So, I only choose logs with 15percent moisture content to minimize cracking," he says.

n!lf$Fflfi!!}.?il|!I'l Without hesitation, James namesMother Nature as his favorite artist. "I love conjuringideas of how to duplicate her creations," he says. Italso helps that he's surrounded by his main influence,as he lives in a timber home on 32 acres of forest. Ofcourse/ his client's heritage is also an inspiration.

GlEllI Curr"rally, totem poles start at 91,000 per foot,tables are $10,000 and up and a four-footmaskbeginsat $3,500. For more information, call 250-551-5068 orvisit sweetwood.ca.

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Thinking ahout acting as the general contractor for ycur log-homeprciect? Herc ane a few things to consider before you dive in.

Taking the Reins

WHETHER YOU WANT TO HAVE MORE CONTROL overthe building process, are chasing a profound sense ofaccomplishment or just want to save a few bucks, thetemptation to serve as the general contractor for yourown log home can be pretty powerful. But it's not adecision you should make without investing plentyof thought first.

We asked Dan Ramsey, a Cali{ornia-based contrac-tor and author of several books about homebuilding,including The Complete ldiot's Guide to BuildingYour OwnHome,forlis advice for first-time would-be contractors.Before you pick up a tool belt, check out his tips:

Realize ttrereb no one-size-fits'all approach. "Ageneral contractor is really just a manager," Dan says,"so you can participate in the project in a number ofdifferent ways." For those with little to no previousconstruction experience, he recommends sticking topaperwork and scheduling of subcontractors. Thosewho feel a little more comfortable with the nuts andbolts of construction, however, might want to take amore hands-on approach. "People who have experi-ence with plumbing or electrical work might becomea subcontractor to a general contractor and save somemoney that way," Dan suggests. If you're worried aboutthe time commitrnent, only take on as muchwork as youcan complete easily in the evenings and on weekends."The idea is to spend less time than it will take to makeyou lose your job," he says with a laugh.

llo e Md nm. You wouldn't buy a car without tak-ing it for a test drive first, right? Nor should you makea major decision like this before getting your feet a bitwet. While you can't exactly build a test-run house,there are several ways to determine your interest inand aptitude for contracting work, according to Dan.Perhaps the best way is to tackle a remodeling projecton your current home, but you also can get a feel for theprocess by reading books or taking a construction-ori-ented class at a local community college. If, after you'vedone your homework, you've still got the contractingbugbut are feeling skeptical about your ability to man-age the project on your own, don't hesitate to call in arnncfnrnf inn rnnerr l lanf "A cnnqrr l fanf ur i l l snend nne

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Bewxe of potentid pltHls. Contractorswhohavebeen around the block a few times are well versed incommon headaches on construction projects and cancircumvent them. You can minimize the leaming curveby schooling yourself on possible trouble spots aheadof time. Scheduling and payments are often points ofcontention, says Dan, so make sure you have deliverydates for materials timed properly, and that all of yoursubcontractors know when to be there. (Aphone calla few days beforehand should do the trick.) Makingsome friends at your local building department also isa smart move: "They hold the keys to your house, soit's a good idea to meet them and find out what theirrequirements are early on," says Dan. Finally, resistthe urge to make tweaks to your design after work isunderway. "If you've never done this before, it's easyto start making changes here and there," says Dan,"without realizing that each time there's a change order,i f 'q snins fn .6qf mnrp and lake lonser "

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heartening when a true craftsman deliv-

ers a writing legacy, too. Allan Mackie,

who has been building log homes with

his own hands for decades, offers a

literary gift to those who entertain the

idea oi building one the old-fashioned

way. You'll leam about the history and

p.tipot" of building with logs, as well

as a step-by-step approach for pro-

ducing the quintessential cabin in the

woods. The prose is as clear as Yosem-

ite's sky at dawn, and illustrations and

photos provide PlentY of guidance

*hett yo.t'." uP to your elbows in tim-

ber. Mackie doesn't mince words, and

he doesn't glorify the process-but he

does impart the satisfaction of building

something extraordinarY.

Zihe Owner-BulllLollHome: Llvlntln HarmonYWlthYour Envtronment(Firefly, $2a.95)bYB. Allan Mackie.Homebuildingmasters don'tcome around asoften as we'd likethese days, so it's

lhe PattoPortfollo: Anlnsplr:afionDesltn Guide(fthiffer, $19.95)by David R. Smith.Outdoor sPace isas near and dearto log-home own-ers as hearths. Soit's not surPrising

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that we tend to spend countless hours

planning the areas where we'll watch

iunsets and grill the day's catch' With

more than 200 images, Smith's book

showcases pattems, textures, colors and

the array of materials to use when cre-

ating the perfect patio. Water features

andlighting also get starring roles and,

in many instances, You won't have to

break the budget.

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so great at picking them. A study by the American Fumiture

Manufacfurer's Association (AFMA) reveals that most of us have

at least one piece of fumiture in ourhome thatwe'd replace sim-

ply because we didn't choose right the first time-and couches

top the list. Many of us focus primarily on style and fabric when

selecting a couch. Howeve4 fabric is about 10 percent of the price,

and the style is only as good as ihe construction of the piece,

which makes up the other 90 percent of the cost.

The key to choosing well is to know what kind of quality

you're investing in. "If you're purchasing fumihue that will be

used often, it's important to ieam about the interior workman-

ship," says Jackie Hirschhaut, vice president of AFMA. She

also notes that you should buy the best quality you can afford

when it comes to upholstered pieces you'll use daily. The four

components that will determine a sofa's quality and comfort:

frame, springs, cushioning and fabric.

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FrameMateria} Usually kilndried hardvood or hardwood plyruood, but it alsocould be steel, plastic, strandboard or softwood plywood.

Construetion: Criticaljoints and stress points should be reinforcedwith corner blocks that are glued or screwed into place (no nails). Staples area sign of an inferior frame. Also, the frame should go up into the armrest so itholds its shape. \

Paddingl This prevents wear and tear on fabric. Cotton, polyester, pollAurethane foam and down are all options, though foam and polyester fiberfillwrap are the most common.

Make sure the frame stts equalely on the ioor and doesn'twobble,

fttrings: These can be single coil, doublecone coil or sinous. Eight-wayhand-tied coifspring construction is the crerne de la crCme of sofa support: Aperson literally ties the coils together and then to the sofa with twine. Sinoussprings are Sshaped wires running from the front of the frame to the backand spaced a few inches apart, which makes for a softer seat. They also takeup less space than coils, making them a good option for sleek sofa modelsthat sit low.

Web suspension: This is a hammocklike platform of natural orsynthetic material tacked to the sofa frame. Higherquality webbing replacestacks with a tensioner for a more secure foundation.

Too much wiggle in the seat cushion means that the spingpweren't attached propedy.

Cuehionelllghdenstty pol5rurethane foarrr: Foam wrapped in down,fiber batting or cotton is the most common cushion filler. Density determinesholv firm and durable the cushion will be. Shoot for a density rating between1.8 and 2.5.

Dovrn; This is the promium choice because the pillows are softest. Thequality comes with a higfrer price tag and will neecl some maintenance; theyrequire fluffing on a regular basis to keep their shape. Be sure the cushionshave down-proof ticking under the upholstery to keep stray tufts from squeez-ing out.

Polydonm: Combines down with batting. There's also spring down, whichconsists of a core of springs wrapped in fabric and surrounded by feathers.

trEEE DurailIlty is lmportail whon tt corrc to cushions, but so ls

|.!.t.j| comfort. Testdrtue the sofa by sittlng alrd Mng on lt as youwould at hfire.

FabricNatural fibersl Cotton, linen, silk, leather and wool are the softestand most comfortable fabrics, but can be damaged more easily than theirsynthetic counterparts and call for more maintenance.

Synthetic fibers: Manmade fibers like polyester, nylon, rayon and olefin are more durable, colorfast and easier to clean, but aren't always as softas natural fibers and can pill. With a blend of the two, you can get the best ofboth worlds. Microfiber is another soft and hardy choice.

Pile fabrics! Chenille, velvet and boucl6 are plush choices that not onlymask dirt, but also are durable.

EEEFE! Make sure fabric pattems and stdpes match at the seams, and

t|.t.il abo check for a tagfrom the Upholstered Fumiture ActionCouncil (UFAC) to see how the fabrics score In flammability tests.

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design and price

Hardwood or engineered wood frame

Steel sinuous spring suspension (or possibly a "dropin" coil steel spring unit or eight-way, hand-tied coilspnngs)

High-resiliency elastic webbing supports the backcusnlons.

Felt pad insulates the springs from the foam core.

Addit ional foam for shaping

High resiliency polyurethane foam core (or possibly acoi l spring core)

Added layer of foam (or down or some blend of mate-rials) for softness and support

Cushioning may be inserted in a polyester or cottoncasing to separate cover fabric from core materials.

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t \ t r l t l - | :_Iquallfy uontrolA couch should last at least 10 years, and good

construction is essential to this lifeline. To test quality,

try b lift the couch. As a rule of thumb, well-madepieces tend to be heavier.

Check out our tips forpicking the right size sofa.

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>> Search for darkenedareas of wood onyour home's exterior.This usually meansit's time to reapplypreservative.

>> Inspect the caulkand chinking jointbetween iogs andaround all windows.

>> Hire a pro t0 inspectyour HVAC to deter-mine if the coolantaharda iq.nrr6cf

Change filters andshift regi$ters fromtheir heating to cool-ing settings.

>> Create enoughspace between yourlandscaping and logwalls to ailow air tocirculate. Don't letwater splash ontothe logs.

>> Combat carpentefbees by injectingDrione dust in theirholes; seal theopenings with acork. Treat logs andsoffits with Cyperme-thrin to prevent newinfestations.

>> Establ ish a lush turfor heaw grouncl-cover around yourhome to avoid soil-erosion problems.

>> Discoufage migratingbirds from taking upresidence in yourhome by coveringtheir favorite areaswith hardware clothor mesh blefore theyarrive.

>> Place sidewalksand waiking stonesseverai feet awayfrom your hometo keep rainwaterfrom spiashingyour home's woodexleflof,

chinking joints between logs and around windows

and doors for areas that may have torn loose orstretched during the chilly months. If you practiceregular spring and fall maintenance, you'll have just

a few wood touch ups.

It's important thatwaterbe able to move quickly

off your roof and away from your foundation, so

don't neglect your gutters and downspouts. I'd usea garden hose to wash away winter debris. Oldbrooms also work well. If you need a ladder to getonto a steeply pitched roof, be careful! Anchor theladder and use safety ropes if necessary. If yourhome has gutter guards, make sure that they'vedone their job.

Of course, you can't forget your home's work-horse: the HVAC. Hire a professional to determineif the unit's coolant charge is correct. Change filtersand shift registers from their heating to cooling set-tings. Many systems include duct dampers that

Spring's Clean SweepYour home has weathered winter's chill and bafreringstorms. Here's how you prepare it for spring's milder touch.

i I i Wtrat are the top three maintenancei r i duties I should tackle after a toughwinter?

Three areas that require attention when winterfades are logs, your HVAC system and gutters anddownspouts. V\rhen spring arrives, your log walls

might have endured months of freezing and thawing

or prolonged periods of rain and cold, which all take

a toll on wood and seals. Gutters and downspouts,

key to maintaining a dry basement, might have

been clogged with ice, snow and leaves for severalweeks. Finally, as the season changes, it's important

to inspect your HVAC system and prepare it for

cooling your home this summer.As soon as the weatherbegins to warm, give the

exterior of your home a careful inspection. Look for

darkened areas of wood, which typically translatesto a worn or compromised preservative (I addressthis issue in the next question). Check caulk and

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take a real beating. Look for discoloration

ir-r the logs. If vou see areas that seem

darker than thel' should be, sprav them

with a garden hose. If they darken fur-

ther, your preservative coating needs

a touch up. Water on well-treated logs

should bead or run down the surface.

Dark streaks indicate that the wood is

absorbing water, something vou u'ant

to stop immediatel,v.

I f areas are seriouslv discokrred or

exposed to frequent n'etting, rot might

have begun. Holding a nai l with your

finger on its head, trv to press it into sus-

picious wood. lf the nail penetrates easilv

the wood has started to rot and needs

immediate attention. Logs just abor. 'e

ground ler-el or 1ow enough to be kept

damp from melting sno\,v or rainr,r'ater

are most susceptible to rot. Inspect them

close1y.

Treating wood rot requires a two-

pronged approach-stop the rot from

spreading, and address the condition that

caused the rot in the first place. Depending

on ser.eritv you might simplv treat the

wood r'r'ith a rot-prer.enting chemical. If

the rot is more severe, you may need to

remor-e the decaved wood and rebuild the

area using an epoxv compound.

Next, deal r,r ' i th the source of the

problem. Make sure there's enough space

between landscaping and log n,alls to al-

low air to circulate. Don't let rt'ater splash

onto the 1ogs. This mav mean installing

flashing abo'u'e the lowest 1og or adding

a gutter to prevent runoff. If this isn't

something you can do, apply multiple

coats of preservatirre.

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abdomens. After drilling a perfectly roundentrance hole about a 1/2-inch in diameter;they excavate chambers in the wood andlay their eggs. When the eggs hatch, thelarvae live on food stored in the cham-bers by their mother. They then emergeas adults. All exposed wood is susceptibleto carpenter bees-no matter what typeof home vou own.

Since carpenter bees like to return tofamiliarnesting areas, if you had a problemlast year, you might have a larger problemthis spring. If you notice the telltale 1/2-inch perfectly round holes in your logs orsoffit, inject Drione dust, available from

pest-control suppliers, and seal the openingwith a cork. Drione has a residual effectthat will kill both the nesting female andthe young bees. Tieat logs and soffits with

Cypermethrin to prevent new infestations.You'Il probably have to repeat this treat-ment several times during the spring.

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Erosion problems usually crop upon newly finished homes where naturaldrainage patterns have been disturbed.Get a jump on erosion by establishing alush turf or heavy groundcover aroundyour home. In more severe cases, youmight need to hire an excavator to re-shape grades so water can't collect andgather enough speed to move soil.

Use splash blocks under all down-spouts to avoid adding to the problem.You also might consider installing Frenchdrains-these gravel-or rock-filled pitscollect water and either redirect it awayfrom your home or let it seep slowly intothe soil.

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When it comes to birds, preventionis the best medicine. But keep in mindthat some remedies are actually illegalbecause a range ofbirds are federally pro-tected. Swallows are a classic example, soharming them or destroying their nests isprohibited. The solution? Convince theswallows that there are better places thanyour eaves to nest.

Study the area where birds have builtnests before, then try to see what mightattract them to that spot. It might be a nar-row ledge or a slight recess. Cover the areawith hardware cloth or mesh early in theyearbefore they arrive. In some cases youmight need to drape netting from the edgeof your eaves back to the walls. Withoutaccess to their favorite nesting spot, thebirds should move on. Some people havereported success with ultrasonic devicesthat plug into an outlet. If the birds areusing a food or water source nearby, con-sider removing it.

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Be sure shrubs are placed far enough from

your log walls, which allows air to cir-

culate and keeps leaves from brushing

against the wood. Set walking stones and

sidewalks several feet away from your

home to keep rainwater from soaking the

wood. Steer clear of climbing plants such

as ir.y and honeysuckle. These plants grow

rapidly and, when attached to logs, can

quickly damage the preservative coatings

and start rot.

If you maintain your log home regu-larly, spring maintenance might meana little sweat equity on a Saturday or asingle weekend. That's all it will take toput your home in shape for the balmydays ahead-that is, until you feel thatfamiliar bite in the air announcing thearrival of fall. r

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Luckill', carving out depth

in 1.6.r. floorplan u'ith bump-

otrts and bui l t- ins is as easv as

it sourrds. Whether i t 's a ba1'

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can add architectwal interest tc'r

the exterior facacle," sa1's Kevin

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Ltc1. in Abbotsforcl, Bri t ish

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Erosion problems usually crop upon newly finished homes where naturaldrainage patterns have been disturbed.Get a jump on erosion by establishing alush turf or heavy groundcover aroundyour home. In more severe cases, youmight need to hire an excavator to re-shape grades so water can't collect andgather enough speed to move soil.

Use splash blocks under all down-spouts to avoid adding to the problem.You also might consider installing Frenchdrains-these gravel-or rock-filled pitscollect water and either redirect it awayfrom your home or let it seep slowly intothe soil.

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maasunes can I take to keep themarr'ay?

When it comes to birds, preventionis the best medicine. But keep in mindthat some remedies are actually illegalbecause a range of birds are federally pro-tected. Swallows are a classic example, soharming them or destroying their nests isprohibited. The solution? Convince theswallows that there are better places thanyour eaves to nest.

Study the area where birds have builtnests before, then try to see what mightattract them to that spot. It might be a nar-row ledge or a slight recess. Cover the areawith hardware cloth or mesh early in theyear before they arrive. In some cases youmight need to drape netting from the edgeof your eaves back to the walls. Withoutaccess to their favorite nesting spot, thebirds should move on. Some people havereported success with ultrasonic devicesthat plug into an outlet. If the birds areusing a food or water source nearby, con-sider removing it.

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There are a few special considerations.

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Be sure shrubs are placed far enough from

your log walls, which allows air to cir-

culate and keeps leaves from brushing

against the wood. Set walking stones and

sidewalks several feet away from your

home to keep rainwater from soaking the

wood. Steer clear of climbing plants such

as ily and honeysuckle. These plants grow

rapidly and, when attached to logs, can

quickly damage the preservative coatings

and start rot.

If you maintain your log home regu-larly, spring maintenance might meana little sweat equity on a Saturday or asingle weekend. That's all it will take toput your home in shape for the balmydays ahead-that is, until you feel thatfamiliar bite in the air announcing thearrival of fall. a

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love them, but this can work for king-size

mattresses, too-though you might need

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u,alls. "We'r'e built some different parti-

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into low-headroom areas. Of course, you

can build in shelves on regular walls, too.

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each one is sturdy enough to support the

weight of whatever you're putting on it,

and invest in adjustable versions that have

additional pegs for raising and lowering

shelves. "Thke into consideration the weight

of any electronics, books and artifacts on

display," Kevin says. "l recommend clients

make a list of these components so they can

maximize the design space and account

for additional support required." Like beer

more than books? A mini-bar is another

great use of low-headroom areas, especially

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srvaths ilf stars on impossibly dark nights. ltJow' ihei\"cl like their )roung son,Ayden, tsr berrctit from the beautv cf this vc-rctant land. Thr: Iluppes lvant ti:L,uild a getallrev home, one that might become a sumnlcr residq.nce fcr Kev-in's parents one dav: Tiris manth, we askecl David jain*r, AlBtrl, CITBD, leaddesigrrcr at Sarna l,ug Homes (lrarnaholnes"ccm), to help drsign tireir lrome$it back nnrl lt,atch perfection take shape.

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ichard johnson's love

of log homes goes

much deeper than the

usual appreciation for

their earthy coziness

and woodsy good

looks. You could say

it's in his blood."One of the very fust log homes on this

lake was built by my great-grandfather,and it still stands," says Richard. "We spentour summers there."

These days, the lifelong log admirerspends his summers-along with his falls,winters and springs-in a log home onthose same shores of Wisconsin's ColumbiaLake, only this time the home is an Easternwhite pine stunner of his own. At 3,800square feet, the five-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bath home is plenty big enough forRichard and his dog, as well as his twogrown daughters, who visit often.

And, just as important, the place isroomy enough for the countless one-of-a-kind fumishings and tchotchkes that makeRichard's home, well, hls.

"Over the past 30 years, I've accumulat-


ed a lot of things that are historic in nature,

and they seem to fit very well. I have presi-

dential signatures throughout the home and

tmnks from Norway that are more than 100

years old. I was in the service for five years,

and I collected antiques from Korea, Hong

Kong and Taiwan," says Richard."It's sort of a hodgepodge," he admits,

"but everything in the house means some-

thing to me."

Likewise, bui lding the place to his

specif icat ions meant something to the

Waupaca, Wisconsin-based Strongwood

Log Home Company, which used 8-by-

12-inch square logs with a smooth finish

inside and a rustic finish outside to give

the home the down-to-earth Americana

feel Richard wanted.

The company also helped Richard

tweak one of its standard designs to make

the place uniquely his-often with spec-

tacular results.

"One thing he did is something most

people don't think about," points out

Bob Marcom, Strongwood's director of

sales and marketing. "They typical ly

have a deck running across the back of

NATUITAL INSTINCTS: From handsomewood accents to random-width mapleflooring, the great room sparkles withearthy elegance. "The random-widthboards keep the lloor from looking likea gym floor," says Strongwood's BoblVlarcom.

the house, but Rick didn't want to break

up the windows, so he has a private deck

off the master bedroom and another off

the dining area."Since there's no deck running be-

tween the two sides of the house, it makes

the rear v iew even more impressive.

From the ground level all the way up to

the peak in the gable, it's one big wall of

windows."

And from the front door to the back,

it's a space that Richard can truly call his

own-even if his eclectic decor did raise

a few eyebrows at first."The designer for Strongwood was

amazed that everything worked as well as

itdid,' chuckles Richard. But everything in

the home "evokes a memory of something

I did or someplace I was. Decorating like

this is something a guy can do and get

away with." tl

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tr.ffi:ffiffi.ffit;T#Tffi,ffH1.,"*,aboutthhon€,sspare,stfaittt|onvardkitchen,buthe honra's luxe, deeo.V-e

1.t* "1"* G ffiffimmrffi;-*:tt h{. *et'-..*n oT.t"id.. The Eastern white pine used througrrour thereferab&e wood lo use-- e*Grwni'lcs ror .onsbuction and drying," says il. "F;;'""recnnacar standpoint, it,s the

'arcd onotos ot o.o eolters, in.the master bathroom? Why not? *Dly furnish.!s'ty ot a fog hofite-t. indivHud il;;;dff ffi as unrrecoming., rings are an unus'al mix," admits Richard, ..6ut thatb tfre

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I{ALL TO T}IE CIIIEF: Richard's ext€nsive colleciion of Ameri.cene lirst grcets visitors in the foyer. 'rThe photo ol Lincoln isprrt of I collectlon of framed'Free Franke,"r saye the history.l,oving homecwner, 'rl believe I have all the Frue Frankg lromGeorge lYashington lorward.f!

FRESII AIR: 'rMy favorite room is the three-season room rveadded on,t! Richard says. rrl cln't use it in the winler, but Isleep lfrere as long as I can--unlil I frese*.becasse I love it60 much."

Upper Level

Lower Level

SQUARE FOOTAGE: 3,8OO

LOG PRODUCER: STRONGWOOD

LOG HOME COMPANY

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Prcduced by Clarc Martin and Katherine SchusterFloorplan illustrations by Ghris Darmon

Pity the poor souls who judged our lOth Annual Floorplan Design Contest:They had the arduous task of sifting through dozens of amazing floor-plans, trying to crown a select few as this year's winners. But all theirhard work just means that your job is much, much easier: All you have todo is flip through the next 18 pages and let these innovative designs pro

vide a spark of inspiration to light the fire of your log-home dream.

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Xyle TageLocati Arehitect$406-587-:1139l0cati0rchitect$.c0n'r

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After obtaining his architectural degreefrom Montana State University in 1994,Kyle Tage signed on with Locati Archi-tects in Bozeman, Montana, a firm thatspecializes in alpine architecture with anemphasls on natural materials, includinglog, stone, glass and timber. Now a part-ner at Locati, Kyle has designed numer-ous high-end residences and commercialprojects, and has received multipleawards for his designs.

Mira Jean $tainbrechorJean $teinbrecher Arehitects360-221-0494ieansteinbrecher.conrMira Jean Steinbrecher, AlA, is thefounder and principal of Jean Steinbre-cher Architects, a firm that specializes inthe design of log and timber residences.ln 7992, Mira initiated logi Home Uv-ing's design column, which she wrotefor eight years. She holds a Master ofArchitecture degree from the Universityof Texas at Austin and continues toserve as a voice in the industrv.

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0O1 1867 ConfederationLog HomesPage 44,L15

002 ABC Modular Log HomesNortheast Re$on, Page 123

004 Alta Log Homes Inc.Page 115

007 Appalachian Log Homes Inc.Page 89

008 AppalachianLog Structules Inc.Page 98

01O Barna Log HomesPace 27,99

011 Battle Creek Log HomesPage 1OO

012 Beaver MountainLog & Cedar HomesNortheast Region, Page 122

O15 Big Horn MountainLog HomesPage 101

009 BK Cypress Log Homes Inc.Page LO2

019 Blue Ridge Log CabinsPage 41",L16

021 BPB Log Homes.Page 116

022 Brentwood Log Homes.Page 1O3

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027 Daniel Boone Log Homes Inc.Page 1O5

028 Deltec HomesPage 66

03O Expedition Log HomesPage tL7Midwest Region, Page 125

Frontier Homes lnc.Page 87

033 Gastineau Log Homes Inc.Page Ll7

Habitat Post & BeamPage 47

034 Hearthstone lnc.Page 7t

035 Heritage Log Homes Inc.Page Inside Front Cover,106

O36 Hilltop Log & Timber HomesNortheast Region, Page 124

037 Hochstetler Milling Ltd.Page 118

039 Honest Abe Log Homes Inc.Page tO7

044 International Homesof Cedar lnc.Page 24

043 Katahdin Cedar Log HomesPage 3

Koski Log HomesPage 87

045 Kuhns Bros. Log HomesPage 108, Back Cover

046 Lantz Modular Log HomesNortheast Region, Page 125

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014 Log Castles by Bet? Bilt Inc.Page 1O9

O48 The Log ConnectionPage 82

049 Log Homes CanadaPage 83

050 Log Homes of America Inc.Page 119Midwest Region, Page 125Northeast Region, Page 122South Region, Page L24

O52 Lok-N-Logs Inc.Page 55

053 Lumberjack Log Homes Inc.west Region, Page t23

Maple lsland Log HomesPage 84

056 Meadow Valley Log HomesMidwest Region, Page 122

057 Montana Log HomesPage 85

O58 Moosehead Cedar Log HomesPage 119

059 North AmericanLog Crafters Ltd.West Region, Page t25

O60 Nutrioso Log WorksWest Region, Page L23

061 The OriginalLog Cabin Homes Ltd.Page 69

063 PrecisionCraftLog & Timber HomesPage 7,86,90,91

064 Premier LogHomes & Structures LLCPage LltO

066 Rasmussen Log Homes Ltd.West Region, Page t24

068 Riverbend Timber FramingPage 69

069 Roclq Mountain Log HomesPage 2*29, LLl-

072 Satterwhite Log HomesPage 1

073 Smart Start Building SystemsNortheast Region, Page 125

074 Smol<y Mountain Retreat &Laurel Ridge Country ClubSouth Region, Page L25

077 StoneMill Log Homes Inc.Page 92-93

O78 StrongwoodLog Home CompanyPage 5,t!2

080 Suwannee River Log HomesPage 9+95South Region, Page l-23

081 Tennessee Log Homes Inc.Page 47,57,9697

083 TomahawkLog & Country HomesPage 25

O84 Town & Country Cedar HomesPage 42, tL3

O85 Walden 19th CenturyAntique Log HomesPage 88

086 Ward Cedar Log HomesPage 46

O91 Whisper Creek Log HomesPage tL4

092 Wholesale Logs ofAmerica lnc.Page 70

093 Wisconsin Log Homes Inc.Page 56,12O

094 Yellowstone Log HomesPage L2O

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O79 Superior ClayPage 68

W. Bruce Fowler Inc.West Region, Page L22

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023 Carlisle Wide Plank FloorsPage 45

9O2. FI'RNISHINGS & DECOR

OO5 Antler ArtPage 52

042 J. Dub's MetalworksMidwest Region, Page 124West Region, Page L22

Scottsdale Art FactoryPage 11

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075 Specialty Woodworks CompanyPaEe 57

082 Timber Valley MillworkPage 67

9O5. STA|NS/PRESERVAfl VES

017 Blairstown DistributorsPageT+75

O18 Blake JenkinsLog Home RestorationNortheast Region, Page 123

024 Continental Products Co.Page 7L

026 CtA ProductsPage 68

062 Perma4hink SystemsPage 72v73

071 Sashco Inc.Page 53

076 Star 10 Inc.South Region, Page L22

O89 Weatherall Company Inc.Page 24

WOODguard@Page 7575

003 Sikkens Wood FinishesPage7G77

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098 McPhee Lake Ranch byMcKeough Land CompanyWest Region, Page t24

055 Michakewa Shores byMcKeough Land CompanyMidwest Region, Page 122

O97 Sandstone Point atLake Cumberland byMcKeough Land CompanyMidwest Region, Page 124

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005 American Log MortgageSouth Region, Page 122

051 Log Lenders of AmericaPage 47

054 M&T BankSouth Region, Page 124

O9O Wells Fargo MortgagePage 4€l

909. STA|RS & RATUNGS

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O31 Fire Mountain ForgePage 54

032 Lighthunting.comPage 23

911. BU|IDING PRODUCTS

O2O Bosworth ToolsPage 71-

029 Eagle Panel SystemsPage 39

O70 Rotoclip IncPage 45

013 www.vinyllogsiding.comPage 57

912. EilERGY/HEANNG,/AIR

065 Radiant Floor CompanyPage 72

Radiantec Company Inc.Page 70

O87 WarmboardRadiant Floor SystemsPage 66

O88 WaterFurnace InternationalMidwest Region, Page 123

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067 Real Vermont Roofing SlatePage 51

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The Log & TimbetHome BookstorePage 72L

096 The Log & TimberHome SeminarPage 19

O95 The Log & TimberHome ShowPageT&79

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The cor.rple de.cided on a krg home aftervisiting thc arca ancl falling tirr tl.rc propertv

cler.elopmc.nts .rrrruntl the ltrkc. "We h.rd

been to place:s likeJr,rckson Holc, Wvoming,

arrcl r ,r 'ere i .rmil i .rr l r , i th log hctmes, bnt

somt-.thirrg about that trip-r made trs deciclcr'r-c r'r,antecl one of onr onn," she s.r\,s.

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of hirn. Fortunatelr, thoLrgh, thev hat'l thc.ir

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Rive.r Log Home.s. " l t rvas a bit of a chal-

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are inside enjoying the delight of their loghome. There's already a romantic mystique

that goes with crafting a house from logs,and it was magnified for the Lipcheks andtheir two children when they moved in just

before Christmas a few years ago."Our first night in the home was

December 22," says Brandon. "It was greatto be here with all the Christmas lights andto gaze around the place and say, 'Wow, wedid it. We're in.'Snowblanketed the ground

outside, but it was very warm inside, andwe built a fire on that first night."

And since that special night, Brandon

and Marie have created countless memoriesin a home that's tailor-made for their [festyle

and love of entertaining. The couple put alot of thought into the position and styleof their kitchen, creating an open design soMarie didnlt feel segregated from the familywhile she was prepping meals. The kitchen

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is connected to the dining room and greatroom/ so even whenMarie isbusy whippingup her culinary creations, she can still be apart of any gathering.

"Some people who aren't familiar withlog homes think they're dark, dingy one-room spaces," says Brandon. But once thosesame people see a modern log home, ev-erything changes. "Our friends and family

can't believe how warm, inviting and cozyour house is."

For eight years, the couple researchedlog homes and collected magazine andbookclippings in order to create a floorplan thatwas just right for them. Even the major fur-niture purchases they made were geared to-ward the classic loghome theyhad inmind.Now, Brandon and Marie are so enamoredof the log-home lifestyle that conventional

stick-built houses have lost their appeal."I don't think we'd go back to a tradi-

tional home," says Marie. "There's some-thing unique about the warmth of a loghome. Once you put so much thought andtime into something, it becomes a part ofyour soul. We simply love this place." I

ABOVI; Because Marie loves to cook forher friends and family, it was importantfor her to have a large kitchen (completewith a walk-in pantry) that was open tothe rest of the home. 'rWe made this anopen space with easy access to the din-ing and living rooms, lt promotes lots oftogetherness," Marie says.

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A handcrafted table, made by Brandon'sgrandfather, adds to the dining room'srustic appeal. Sliding-glass doors allowthe family and their guests to gaze at theproperty's gorgeous vistas.

The master bedroom's expansive windowsoverlook the backyard, where Brandonand Marie regularly see wildlife, includingturkeys, each morning,

Even the Lipcheks'childrcn enjoy the mas-ter bathrcom's jumbo tub, a luxury thatpays relaxing dividends nearly every day.

The loft serves as a multipurpose spacefor the entirc family. While Brandon andMarie use it to pay bills or read, the kidshave claimed it as their favorite place inthe house for fun and games,

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AlabamaOPH{ H0US$: Birmingham, April 5, 12, 19,26, South-land Log Homes, Info: 800-641-4754.

Alaska0PEN ll0US$: Wbsilla, April 2, Expedition Log Homes,lnfo . 907 '240-47 42 .

ArizonaLOG RAISINGS: Show Loq April 19, 20, Real Log Homes,lnfo: 928-537-5074. oPEN HoUS$: Happy Jack, April 6,Real Log Homes, lnfo: 602-999-6498; Scottsdale, April1-30, Golden Eagle Log Homes, Info: 480 767 8448;Show l-ow April 5, 6, Kuhns Bros. Log Homes, Info: 928-537 1830; April 19,20,26,27, Real Log Homes, lnfo:928-537-5074i Snowflake, April 12, 13, Kuhns Bros. LogHomes, lnfo: 877-707-7064: Williams, April 12, KuhnsBros. Log Homes, Info: 928-607-0308. SEMII|ARS ANDToURS: Williams, April 26, Kuhns Bros. Log Homes, Info:877 -707 -7064.

ArkansasoPEN HoUS$: Ash Flat, April 12, Heritage Log Homes,Info: 870-266-3696; Bismarck, April 12, Appalachlan LogStructures, Info: 888 491 3997; Eureka Springs, April 19,Real Log Homes, Info: 800-305-9948; Marshall, April 25,Kuhns Bros. Log Homes, Info: 870-448-2175,

CalilorniaLOG RAISINGS: GrassValley, April 4, 11, 18,25, HeritageLog Homes, Info: 530-273-9334; Lake Almanor, April 26,Real Log Homes, Info: 800-663-9049. 0PEN HOUSES:Auburn, Apr i l 5,6,12,13,19,20,26,27 , L incoln Logs Ltd, ,Ihe original, Info: 800-554-5647; Colfax, April 5, 19, RealLog Homes, Info: 530-346-6433; GnssValley, April 5,6,12, 13,79,20,26,27, Heritage Log Homes, Info: 530-273-9334; Julian, April 26, Lincoln Logs Ltd.,The Original, Info:760-765-1117i lGnnedy Meadows, April 19, Kuhns Bros.Log Homes, Info: 877-756-4466; Lake Almanor, April 5,6,12, 13,19, 20, Real Log Homes, Info: 800-663-9049;Sonora, April 7, 14, Real Log Homes, Info: 209-586-2584;Twain Harte, April 13, Kuhns Bros. Log Homes, Info: 209-586 7144; Wheat Ridge, Apr i l 5, 6, 12, 13, 19,20,26,27,Modern Log Homes, lnfo: 303-278-7825.

ColoradooPEN HoUS$: Chromo, April 5, Expedition Log Homes,Info: 970-759-8135; Cripple Creek, April 19, Lincoln LogsLtd.,The Original, Info: 719-686-9898; FlanKown, April1-30, colden Eagle Log Homes, Info: 720-851-5674;Golden, April 12, Radovich Log Homes, Info: 303-273-5273; Mesa, April 27, Golden Eagle Log Homes, Info:970-268-5001; Pagosa Spdngs, April 19, Golden EagleLog Homes, Info: 970-731-0906; April 27, Kuhns Bros. LogHomes, lnfo: 970-946-4221;tilheat Ridge, April 5, 6, 12,73,19,20,26,27 , lvodern Log Homes, Info: 303-278-7825; ltbodland Pa*, April 5, 19, Real Log Homes, Info:7 19-687-9366.

GonnecticutLOc RAISINGS: Newtown, April 5, Ward Cedar Log Homes,Info: 203-426-5539; Tordngton, April 1 1, 25, Kuhns Bros.Log Homes, Info: 860-489-5647. oPEN H0USES: Redding,April 12, 13, Country Log Homes, Info: 203-938-0750;Torringlon, Apnl 0,20, Kuhns Bros. Log Homes, Info: 860-489,5647.

DelawareLOG RAISINGS: Newark, April 1, Real Log Homes, Info:800-572-8391. oPEN H0USES: Neryark, April 5,17,74,25, Real Log Homes, Info: 800-572-8391. SEMIMRS:Newaft, April 26, Real Log Homes, Info: 800 572-8391.

FloridaoPEN HoUS$: Bmoksyille, April 12, 13, Heritage LogHomes. lnfo: 352 154-9082, Hdana, April 5, 19, BKCypress Log Homes ,lnfo. 877 -531 2127.

GeorgiaoPEN HoUSES: Atlanta, April 5, 12, 19,26, Southland LogHomes, Info: 800-641-4754; Blairsville, April 5. 19, LincolnLogs Ltd.,The 0riginal, lnio: 706-745-9171., Blue Ridge,April 5,6, 19,20, Nature's Best Log Homes, Info: 770474-5916; April 19, Kuhns Bros. Log Homes, Info: 706-669 0731; April 19, Log Homes ofAmerica, Info: 106-445-5647; Elliiay, April 26, Kuhns Bros. Log Homes, Info: 706276-7350t Hiawassee, Apnl 5, 19, BK Cypress Log Homes,lnfo: 866-573-5997; April 27, Honest Abe Log Homes, lnfo:706-896-1863; |lkelhurmond, April 12, Lincoln Logs Ltd.,

The Original, Info: 706-359-3096; Macon, April 5,12,19,26, Southland Log Homes, lnfo: 800-641-4754. SEMIMRS:Blue RidEF, April 19, Kuhns Bros. Log Homes, lnfo: 706-669-0731; Hiawassee, April 5, 19, BK Cypress Log Homes, Info:866 573 5997. TOURS: Hia/vassee, April 5, 19, BK CypressLog Homes. Info: 866 573-5997.

ldahoOPEN HOUSES: Coeur d'Alene, April 12, Real Log Homes,Info: 208-660-0659i Harrison, April 5, Lincoln Logs Ltd.,The0riginal, lnfo: 866-689-3395.

lllinoisHOME SH0WS: Williamsville, April 5, Real Log Homes,lnfo:877-579-8344.0PEN H0USES: Canton, April 26, r27, Heritagr Log Homes, I nfo: 309-208-2 60 1 : Colchester,April 6, 20, Kuhns Bros. Log Homes, lnfo 217 -357 -3924;Crete, April 19, Expedition Log Homes, lnfo: 800-588-5647;Dahinda, April 5. Lincoln Logs Ltd,,Ihe Original, Info: 309-879-2032: East Peoria, April 6, Kuhns Bros. Log Homes,Info: 309-699-5647; Millstadt, April 7, 74, 21, 28, KuhnsBros. Log Homes, Info: 618-538-7418; Petersburg, April 13,Expedition Log Homes, Info: 866-769-4327; Prophetstown,April 12, Kuhns Bros. Log Homes, lnfo: 800 941-7479;Suffivan, April 19, Real Log Homes, Info: 211 246-5403:Williamsville, April 12, Real Log Homes, Info: 877-579-8344.

lndianaLoG RAISINGS: Albion, April 11, Real Log Homes, Info:260-636-7180; Batesville, April 1-30, Barna Log Homes,Info: 866-468-3301; Brcwn County, April 1 30, Barna LogHomes, Info: 866-468-3301i Chesterton, April 12, KuhnsBros. Log Homes, Info: 219-395-9540; Greensburg, April 24,Heritage Log Homes, Info: 877-564-5641. 0PEN H0USES:Albion, April 19,20, Real Log Homes, Info: 507'263-3155;Chesterton, April 12, 13, Kuhns Bros. Log Homes, Info:219 395 9540; Corydon, April 19, Real Log Homes, Info:800-767-2856; Aprjl 20, Kuhns Bros. Log Homes, Info: 812-738-9011; Fak oaks, April 19, Expedition Log Homes, Info:888-397-5647; Fort Wayne, April 12, Lauer Log Homes,Info: 260 486 7010; Goshen, April 5, 19, Crystal Valley LogHomes, Info: 888-418 4365; Henryville, April 19, LandmarkLog Homes, Info: 502-648-9083; Lawrenceburg, April 20,Kuhns Bros. Log Homes, lnfo: 859-485-1855; Magnet, April26, Heritage Log Homes, Info: 812 843 3033; Marion, April

10, Kuhns Bros. Log Homes, Info: 765 664-4032; MooresHffl, April 5, Heritage Log Homes,lnfo. 872-7 44-5717;vincennes, April 26,27,Heriiage Log Homes, lnfo: 812-726-4849. SEMIMRS: Moores Hill, April 26, Heritage LogHomes, I nfo: 812-7 44 -57 lL. WORKSH0PS: Lawrenceburg,April 13, Heritage Log Homes, lnfo:812-744-57IL

lowa0PEN HoUS$: Albert [ea, April 5, Expedition Log Homes,Info: 800-426-5647; Battle Creek, April 20, Golden EagleLog Homes, Info: 877-697-9578; Cedar Rapids, April 13,Kuhns Bros. Log Homes, Info: 866-316-3374; Corydon,April 10, Real Log Homes, Info: 641-344 6897; Earlville,April 6, Lincoln Logs Ltd,,The Orjginal, Info: 563-923-4675;Maquette, April 1 30, Golden Eagle Log Homes, Info: 563-873-2650; Sioux Falls, April 19, Expedition Log Homes, Info:605-957-4490; Tipton, April 20, Golden Eagle Log Homes,Info: 563-946-2073; Waukee, April 13, Expedition LogHomes, Info: 888-458-8564.

KansasLOG RAfSfNGS: Hutchinson, April 25,26,Rea| Log Homes,Info: 888-494-8564; Manhattan, April 4, 5, Real Log Homes,Info: 888-494-8564; Topeka, April 11, 12, Real Log Homes,Info: 888-494-8564; Wichita, April 18, 19, Real Log Homes,Info: 888-494-8564. 0PEN H0US$: [a C)gne, April 13,Kuhns Bros. Log Homes, lnfo: 913 757 4759; Manhattan,April 5, i9, Real Log Homes, Info: 888-494 8564; St. George,April 12, 26, Real Log Homes, lnfo: 888-494-8564; St John,April 5, Kuhns Bros. Log Homes, lnfo: 620-549-6321; Wbmego,April 1-30, Golden Eagle Log Homes, lnfo:785 494 2179.

KentuckytOG RAISINGS: Ghent, April 1-30, Landmark Log Homes,Info: 800-446-1748; La Grange, April 21, Heritage LogHomes, Info: 877-564-5641; Shelbyville, April 24, Real LogHomes, Info: 800-927-0590. 0PEN H0USES: Crittenden,April 20, Kuhns Bros. Log Homes, Info: 859-485-1855;Eddyyille, April 6, 20, Kuhns Bros. Log Homes, Info: 888778-5647 , Florence, April 19, Heritage Log Homes, Infol812'744'5711, La Grange, April 4, Noftheastern LogHomes, lnfo: 800 451 2124; leitchfield, April 5, Hon-est Abe Log Homes, Info: 270-259-5972i Prestonsburg,April 19, Kuhns Bros. Log Homes, Info: 606-874-1800;Rough River, April 20, Kuhns Bros. Log Homes, Info: 812

738 9011; Shelbyvi l le, Apr i l 5, 12, 19,26, Southland LogHomes, Info: 800-641-4754; April 18, Real Log Homes,Info: 800-927-0590; Spencer County, April 26, CountryLog Homes, Info: 888-253-7071; Taylorsville, April 13,Kuhns Bros. Log Homes, lnfo: 502-477-9655; Waddy,April 12, Landmark Log Homes, Info: 877-875 1154.SEMII{ARS: Waddy, April 12, Landmark Log Homes, Info:877-875-1 154. mURS: Benton, April 12, Honest Abe LogHomes. lnfo: 27 0-395-4464.

LouisianaOPEN HOUS$: Baton Rouge, April 5, 12, 19,26, SouthlandLog Homes, Info: 800 641 4754.

MaineH0ME SHOWS: Bangor, April 10-13, Kuhns Bros. LogHomes, lnfo: 207-548-0388; Portland, April 4-6, Real LogHomes, In{o: 207-725-7525. [0G RAISINGS: Waterville,April 19, Real Log Homes, Info: 800-370-5473. OPENH0US$: Brownfield, April 1-30, Golden Eagle Log Homes,Info: 603-356-0057; Escanaba, April 20, Golden EagleLog Homes, Info: 906 789 9940; Haeswell, April 13, RealLog Homes, Info: 800-370-5473; Howad Cig April 1-30,Golden Eagle Log H0mes, Info: 866-937-2327; lGnduskeag,April 19, Northeastern Log Homes, lnto:800-624-2797;Mason, April 12, Golden Eagle Log Homes, Info: 517-694-3832; Sebago f.akes, April 5, 6, 12, 13, 19,20,26,27,8i9Bear Log Homes, Info: 888 588-5647; Waterboro, April 13,Kuhns Bros. Log Homes, lnfo.207-247-5598; Waterville,April 5, Real Log Homes, Info: 800 370 5473.

MarylandoPEN HoUS$: Gambrills, April 19, Kuhns Bros. Log Homes,Info: 888 817-5647; leonadtown, April 26, Kuhns Bros. LogHomes, Info: 301-997-0530; White Hall, April 27, KuhnsBros. Log Homes, lnfo. 470-557-9220.

MassachusettsoPEN H0US$: Mendon, April 12, 13, 26, 27, Real LoEHomes, lnfo: 800 634 4838; Oakham, April 5,12,15,26,Kuhns Bros. Log Homes, lnfo: 800 810 2773; Ulestfield,April 12, Northeastern Log Homes, Info: 800-528 4456.

Michigan0PEN H0US$: Fennville, April 12,27,Hetila$e Log Homes,Info: 269-543 4886; lake Leelanau, Apnl 20, Lincoln LogsLtd., The Origina l, lnf o: 237 -27 5 -5647 ; larvrcnce, April 19,

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Expedition Log Homes, Info: 269-674-7900; St. Clair, Apdl20, Real Log Homes, Info: 810-367-7521; llhst Branch,April 27, Kuhns Bros. Log Homes, Info: 888-311-8311.SEllltUlRS: Saline, April 19, Heritage Log Homes, Info:877-944-5647.

MinnesotaH0ME SH0WS: Minneapolis, April 19, Expedition LogHomes, Info: 800-42G5647. 0PEl{ H0US$: Albert tea,April 5, Expedition Log Homes, Info: 800-426-5647; Bagley,April 19, Real Log Homes, Info: 218-694-6056; CoolG April23, ftpedition Log Hornes, lnfo: 218-666-6081; Emily,April 19, E\pedition Log Homes, Info: 507-383-1273;Granite Falls, April 19, Kuhns Bros. Log Homes, Info: 320-564-5747; Hanis, April 20, Golden Eagle Log Homes,Info: 651-674-0554; Mapleton, April 6, 20, Kuhns Bros.Log Homes, fnfo: 507-524-3923;outng, April 5, 19, RealLog Homes, Info: 612-616-3434; Pa* Rapids, April 19,20, Golden Eagle Log Homes, Info: 888-8M-3245; SlouxFalls, April 19, Expedition Log Homes, Info: 605-957-4490.SEMIMRS: Emily, April 19, Expedition Log Homes, Info:800-426-5647.

tlississiMoPEI{ H0US$: &ckson, April 5, 12, 19,26, Southland LogHomes, Info: 800-641-4754.

Missowi0PE{ }l0US$: 8elbn, April 19, Great Plains Log Homes,Info: 81G668-5740; Clarcnce, Apdl 5, Real Log Homes,Info: 660-699-2309; Concodia, April 5, 12, 19, 26, KuhnsBros. Log Homes, Info: 877-891-21381; Moundvllle, April 27,Kuhns Bros. Log Homes, lnfo: 877-922-5254; kttonsbuE,April 6, Real Log Homes, Info: 660-367-2392; St Louis, April6, 13, 20, Kuhns Bros. Log Homes, Info:636-452-3M7.SEYIIMRS: l{ew BhomfieH, April 12, castineau Log Homes,Info: 800-654-9253. IIORKSHoPS: Goncodia, April 5,Kuhns Bros. Log Homes, Info: 877-8914381.

lUlontanaOPE{ H0US$: Columbus, April 13, Real Log Homes, Info:406322-8484; Hill City, April 19, hpedition Log Homes,Info: 605-574-2163; ilye, April 12, Expedition Log Homes,Info: 877-888-8786.

ltlebreka0PE{ H0US$: Hill City, April 19, Frpedition Log Homes,lnfo: 605-574-2163; Pleasant Dale, April 4, Kuhns Bros.Log Homes, lnfo: 402-767-2227; Schuyler, April 13, RealLog Homes, Info: 402-894-0943; Sioux hlls, April 19,Erpedition Log Homes, Info: 605-957-4490.

Newda0PE{ H0US$: las t&gls, April 5, 6, Kuhns Brcs. LogHomes, lnfo: 702-452-M76;Yh$nia City, April 12,26,Real Log Homes, Info:775-847-447L

f{ew HampehireH0ME SHOW!i: laconia, April 19, 20, Real Log Homes,Info: 603-679-8673.0PE{ H0US$: Bdstol, April 12,Hilltop Log & Timber Homes, Info: 603-744-0186; l-aconla,April 18, Kuhns Bros. Log Homes, Info: 888-999-5421;Madbomugh, April 72,26,Rea1 Log Homes, Info: 603-876-4800.

New lerseyH0ME SHdVS: SomeFet, April 4-6,1he Log & TimberHome ShoW Info: 800-782-1253. oPEN H0US$: Clinton,April 6, Kuhns Bms. Log Homes, Info: 908-637-8658; Flor.ence, April 26, Heritage Log Homes, Info: 609499-8980;Fnnldinyille, April 12, Kuhns Bros. Log Homes, Info: 856-728-6467; lake Hopatcong, April 20, Bama Log Homes,Info: 973-601-3955; l{ewton, April 19, Kuhns Bos. LogHomes, Info: 973-579-3936. SEMIIUIRS: Flolence, April 12,Heritage Log Homes, Info: 609-499-8980; SomeFet, April 5,lhe Log & Timber Home Seminar, Info: 800-782-1253.

New ilexho0PE{ H0US$: Alto, April 5, 12, 19, 26, Lodge Logs, Info:505-336-2676; Chama, April 8, 9, 75, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30,Real Log Homes, Info: 877-709-4433; Cloudcmft, April 5,72, 79, 26, Lodg. LoES, Info: 800-896-9936; E lgermod,April 12, Lincoln Logs Ltd.,lhe orignal, Info: 505-975-7668; Ruidoso, April 5, 12, 19,26, Lodge Logs, Info: 832-620-9325.

t{ew Yor{r[0G RJIfSfNGS: Canandaigua, April !2, 26, Real LogHomes, lnfo: 585-374-5647; Jeuett, April 5, 6, 72,73,79,20,26,27, BK Cypress Log Homes, lnfo: 518-734-5855;t{ailbyn, April 5, Ward Cedar Log Homes, Info: 203-426-5539.oPEN HoUS$: Ballston Spa, April 5, 72,79,26,North Country Log Homes, Info: 518-882-9364; Boiceville,April 12, Lincoln Logs Ltd.,Ihe original, Info: 845-657-6445; Canandaigua, April 5, 19, Real Log Homes, Info:585-374-5647; East l{assau, April 12, 26 Lincoln LogsLtd.,lhe Orignal, Info: 518-766-7187; Eaton, April 12,

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Norlh DakotaPEN HoUS$: Emily, April 19, Expedition Log Homes, Info:07-383 1273; llill City, Aprit 19, Expedition Log Homes,rfo: 605-574 2163.

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South CarolinaOPEN H0US$: Grcenville, April 5, 12, 19,26, SouthlandLog Homes, lnfo: 800-641-4754; lrmo, April 5,72, 19,26,Southland Log Homes, Info: 800-641-4754; Seneca, April12, Heritage Log Homes, lnfo: 864-882-2642, tt'lestninster,April 26, Golden Eagle Log Homes, Info: 770-641-8736.SEMII,IARS: Pickens, April 19, Kuhns Bros. Log Homes,lnfo: 864-244-1883.

South DakotaoPEN HoUS$: Albert [ea, April 5, Expedition Log Homes,Info: 800-426-5647; Custer, April 27, Real Log Homes,Inlo: 605-673-3821; Hill City, April 19, Expedition LogHomes, Info: 605-574-2163; Sioux Falls, April 19, Expedi-tion Log Homes, Info: 605-957-4490. SEMINARS: Custer,April 26, Golden Eagle Log Homes, lnfo:877-205-2107;April 27, Real Log Homes, Info: 605-673 3821.

Tennesseetoc RAISINGS: Moss, April 5, Honest Abe Log Homes, lnfo:800-231-3695. OPB{ HOUS$: Cedar Hill. ADril 19, KuhnsBros. Log Homes, Info: 800-643-2020; Chattanooga, April12, Kuhns Bros. Log Homes, Info: 706-276-7350; Cosby,April 1-30, BK Cypress Log Homes, Info: 888-399-4785;f-a Foffette, April 26, Kuhns Bros. Log Homes, lnlot 423-566-9667; Memphis, April 5, 12, 19,26, Southland LogHomes, lnfo: 800-64I-4754; Nashville, April 5, 12, 19,26, Southland Log Homes, Info: 800-641-4754; Spencer,April 5, 12, 19, Heritage Log Homes, Info: 877-946-4084.SEMINARS: Naslwille, April 19, Heritage Log Homes, Info:615 353-8575; Spencer, April 26, Heritage Log Homes,Info: 877-946-4084.

Texas0PEI{ H0US$: Butuerde, April 5,72,79,26, Country Liv-ing Log Homes, lnfo.254-368-1271; Crockett, April 25,Heritage Log Homes, Info: 866-204-2036; llouston, April5, 12, 19,26, Southland Log Homes, Info: 800-641-4754;Lakehills, April 26, Real Log Homes, Info: 830-612-2577.

VermontoPEN H0US$: Brcwnsville, April 12, 19, Heritage LogHomes, lnfo: 802-484-3214; Groton, April 19, NortheasternLog Homes, Info: 800-992-6526; New Haven, April 16,Real Log Homes, Info: 802-453-7813; Shaftsbury April 19,Kuhns Bros. Log Homes, Info: 802-442'3185; Shor€ham,April 27, Lincoln Logs Ltd.,Ihe original, Info: 802-897-5153; ltbst Danville, April 5, 12, 19,26, Real Log Homes,Info: 800-896-4930. IoURS: Casdeton, April 5, HonestAbe Log Homes, Info: 800-236-1512.

VirginiaLoG RAISINGS: Middletovn, April 12, Barna Log Homes,Info: 540-869-0678. OPEN HOUS$: Bedtod, April 14-20,Barna Log Homes, Info: 757-652-9733; April 20,Appala-chian Log Structures, Info: 540-297-8991; ChrlstiansbuE,April 5, 12, 19,26, Southland Log Homes, Info: 800-641-4754; Colonial Beach, April 26, Kuhns Bros. Log Homes,lnfo: 804-224-0049; Frededcksburg, Aptil 5, 12, 19,26,Southland Log Homes, lnfo: 800-641-4754; Aprii 12, Hon-estAbe Log Homes, Info: 540-371-6962; Harrisonburg,April 5, Dogwood Mountain Log Homes, Info: 540-433-1873; louisa, April 5,6, Kuhns Bros. Log Homes, Info: 540-967-3668; tynchburg, April 5, 6, 12, 13, 19,20,26,27,Barna Log Homes, Info: 800-861-5608; Middletoryn, April5, 19, Barna Log Homes, Info: 540-869-0678; Winchester,April 19, Kuhns Bros. Log Homes, Info: 540-537-5947.

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WashingtonoPEN HoUSES: Ronald, April 12, Kuhns Bros. Log Homes,lnfo:509-649-2741.

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Over the years, the company has developed a family of products thatare used to seal, chink, preserve, stain, f inish and clean the interior and exte-rior logs of handcrafted and manufactured log homes.

One of the company's most popular products for exterior walls isLifeline Ultra-2, a natural, long-lasting, transparent exterior finish thatshades and highlights the wood's true beauty. lt combines water-repellents,mold inhibitors and Uv-ray protection. Lifeline Ultra-2 followed by a topclear coat of Lifeline Advance Gloss or Satin provides the ultimate pro-

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Lifeline Ultra-2, like the entire Perma-Chink Systems product line,is non-toxic. "We are very concerned about the environment and the safetyof the people who use our products,' says Rich Dunstan, company founder.Perma-Chink Systems lnc. has more experience in formulating highly speciaFized products for log homes than anyone in the industry. "We take pride indeveloping cutting edge products, so we can say, 'By the time you discover achallenge-we already have the solution."'

The company's tradition of integrity, excellence and customer cafe isteamed with its innovative processes to meet the demands of today's mar-ketplace. "We are very satisfied with our decision to utilize Perma-ChinkSystems products on our home, not only now, but for future maintenance.We had the confidence to use the products knowing things were going toturn out r ight and as planned; easy use, clean-up and great results!"-test i fytheir customers.

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Plan 98OlSquar* Footage: 5,823 {living area)The massive t imbers used in th is home create a spectacular entrance. Dar ingdesign gives the home a unique qual i ty not found in most homes today. Acarr iage house, at tached by a br idge to the main house, provides an elegantand pr ivate space.

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A Handerafted Mountain RetreatAt PrecisionCraft, every handcrafted log home is a work of art. Each log isdrawknifed by ski l led craftsmen to highl ight each log's natural character.This handcrafted log home features square logs with dovetai l corners-aunique mountain retreat.

PrecisionCraft's log homes are constructed using the Houseal Non-SettlingSyste6rv. With this specialized system, settling is eliminated, giving you confi-dence in the structural soundness of your home. This system also allows moreflexibi l i ty in design, making i t possible to design more complex, sophist icatedhandcrafted log homes.

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The Cimarron is a classic three-bed-room, one-and-a-half-story homewith two porches and large dor-mered windows in the front. Thehome reflects the authentic char-acter of the Appalachian tradition.This practical layout includes themaster bedroom on the main floor,with two bedrooms, a bath andIarge loft on the second level.

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Brandywhine's beautiful master :suite is complete with a fireplace anda spacious master bath. The attachedgarage features a covered walkwayfrom the back porch.

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If dramatic is the style you seek,the Sparrow Point is the perfecthome for you. With multiple roofli-nes and gables, this home featuresthree bedrooms, each with its ownbath. The open floorplan includesa flow-through great room, diningroom and kitchen area. Enjoy yoursurroundings on one of the four cov-ered porches or two open decks.

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If you're looking for a traditionalgetaway, retirement or first home,then the Wilderness may very wellsuit your needs. This two-bedroom,one-bath home features a dramatic,open living room and an 8-by-30-foot covered front porch, perfect forrelaxing in your rocking chair orswinging the day away in a ham-mock.

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The Lakeview is made for living,with a split plan, a loft and a largedeck for entertaining. Visit ourweb site, www.bkcypress.com, toview this model home.

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The Cumberland is a comfortable,quality solution to your desire for Ian affordable log home that doesn'tsacrifice space or feafures. Witha fireplace, cathedral ceiling, loft,three bedrooms, two baths and util-ity room, everything you want isincluded. Whether you choose the 'standard plan, make modifications .or design your own, Brentwood can 'help you build your home. .

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Brentwood Log Homes provideslog packages and dry-in services.Our Partrer Program assists you inbuilding your tum-key log homeanywhere. The Merrylog modeloffers rustic charm in a three- orfour-bedroom home with threebaths. The center section is openand spacious, with a cathedral ceil-ing and loft. \,Vith three porches, theliving space is extended to enjoyoutdoor surroundings.

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The Seven Gables is a versatilehome with an easy-living design.Enjoy beautiful views through theglass door in the first-floor mastersuite. Move easily within the openspace that connects the kitcheru din-ing and family rooms. A loft addsvisual interest and can serve as anoffice, play room or guest room.You can see this model home at ourmodel home center at exit 144 onI-70 in central Missouri.

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The Black Fork is the perfect get-away for the weekend or vacation.The extensive glass entry offersan unobstructed view of the lakeor landscape----either from insideor outside on the full-length frontporch. This very affordable cabinalso features the popular open-con-cept great room with exposed tim-ber ceiling.

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As you enter tlre Thhoe, you aregreeted with a huge expanse of glassin the prow and dining area thatallows you the ultimate in viewingpleasure. Visit our web site to viewadditional floorplans, or send usan idea for a variation to make thishome your own. Our goal is to MakeCertain You Love Your Home.

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The Badger Peak II is the essenceof luxury, with operi living spacesand a functional floorplan, featur-ing our signature window wall anddramatic design.

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