Energy Efficiency Update
When the temperatures drop and energy prices rise, it’s a great feeling to know that your Katahdin Cedar Log Home offers superb energy efficiency with our Energy Envelope System. So, how are we able to meet and potentially exceed efficiency requirements? Here’s the lowdown on the latest energy efficiency requirements and benefits. Efficiency Starts with…
Log Home Insurance — Construction to Occupancy
Insurance is one step that may be forgotten in the excitement of planning your Katahdin Cedar Log Home. Most homeowners are familiar with standard homeowner’s insurance, but when it comes to new construction there are several factors to keep in mind. Who Purchases Coverage? Your contractor will most likely have a builder’s risk policy in…
Check Out These New Katahdin Videos!
We’ve been busy editing our latest additions to the Katahdin Cedar Log Homes video library on YouTube. This month you can stream three new videos: Why Cedar is the Superior Wood for Your Custom Log Home What is a Purlin? The Energy Envelope System Each of these videos highlight the unique characteristics of Katahdin Cedar…
Design Trends: Zellige Tile
Katahdin Cedar Log Home owners are always up for the latest trend that merges well with the natural feel inside their homes. One hot new trend is zellige tile —a clay-based tile produced in Fez, Morocco. It features a hand-made feel with quite a bit of variation among individual tiles with uneven glazing and slightly…
Green Tip: Tankless Versus High Efficiency Hot Water Tanks
**updated 10/6/23** Most Katahdin Cedar Log Home owners are enthusiastic about energy efficiency and saving money. So, when it comes to selecting tankless water heaters, high efficiency water heaters with tanks — or even a combination of the two, it’s important to understand your household’s hot water demand. In your new Katahdin home, you may…
Folding Glass Walls
Expand your access to the outdoors in your Katahdin Cedar Log Home with folding glass walls. Many Katahdin designs feature lots of glass in great rooms and master suites but folding glass walls provide seamless passage from indoors to nature’s beauty. Sunflex is one manufacturer that offers a wide selection of custom glass walls for…
Debunking Log Home Maintenance Myths
As any homeowner can tell you, houses require routine maintenance to sustain their beauty and performance. In fact, we field a lot of maintenance questions at Katahdin Cedar Log Homes. Log homes, like traditionally constructed homes, require maintenance. It’s just a little different. Here’s the lowdown on log home maintenance and reasons why Katahdin Cedar…
Take a Relaxing Drone Tour with Katahdin’s New Log Home Video
Take a bird’s eye tour of some of Katahdin’s most appealing cedar log homes. And in this winter season, this video features a beautiful summery day to warm your soul. Check out his new video or the many others on our YouTube channel. Or in case you missed it last month, get a personalized remote…
Design Trends: Porcelain Slab Countertops
In the ever-evolving world of countertop materials, porcelain SapienStone countertops are a beautiful choice for active kitchens and bathrooms. SapienStone is made with ceramic clays and mineral colorings in a specialized manufacturing process. This affords the SapienStone slabs with resistance to heat, light and chemical cleaners, which can damage other countertop surfaces. Heat & Light…
Home Aromatherapy Innovations
Aromatherapy is gaining in popularity as a way to add relaxation and luxury to the shower experience. While consumers use essential oils and bath salts for tub soaking aromatherapy, one shower manufacturer has developed a way to enjoy aromatherapy through the shower spray. Moen Aromatherapy Hand Showers Moen created a new shower experience with its…
Green Tip: Meeting the Demands of Home Electrification
What’s the biggest new trend in home construction? It’s “home electrification,” and it’s going to be the next big thing in building a home. As local and state governments move toward new clean energy goals, this trend of home electrification will increase. How do log home owners get ahead of the curve? What Does Home…
Soundproofing Tips
Let’s face it, it’s amazing how noisy our homes can be, especially when everybody’s working, schooling and living at home. Even though we have lots of noisy activities, most Katahdin Cedar Log Home owners don’t think about soundproofing interior walls at all. But with the Energy Envelope System, it’s easy to include extra sound protection…