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More attention is being paid to radon and reducing levels of radon in homes. A radon inspection is now a routine part of a home inspection when selling. In many areas of the country, radon mitigation or the reduction of radon inside homes is a standard practice. What is Radon? Radon is an odorless, colorless…

If you’ve never ordered kitchen cabinets, you may be surprised to learn of the wide array of options.  Kitchen designers are pulling tips from celebrity chefs, features from commercial kitchens and responding to a changing landscape of kitchen products to provide some really nifty new ideas. Here are eight ideas to make your kitchen super…

Sometimes the big stories of energy savings drown out the little innovations that can collectively make a real difference. We found two LED products that are really innovative. The first is the Phillips Soft White A19 LED light bulb that can save up to 80% in energy and replaces a 60W traditional incandescent. The light…

Early adopters of solar energy have been fortunate to be able to access the 30 percent federal tax credit for installed systems. This credit, along with other state and local incentives, has driven a growing solar power industry. But it may soon come to an abrupt end as the tax incentives are set to expire…

Hammocks are a true definition of relaxation on a summer’s day. Hammocks are also a natural for a log home porch, deck or yard. Hammocks offer up a refuge to read, listen to the birds or dream away. Log home owners seem to like traditional classics, and so we start with the classic Pawley’s Island…

Once considered a luxury, many couples of more moderate means are investing in home elevators. The growing trend of “aging in place” has only added to the rising popularity of elevators. A survey conducted by the National Association of Home Builders recently said that 1 in 4 homeowners listed elevators as a desirable or essential feature,…

Bamboo flooring has been a popular flooring for many years, in part because of its reputation as a highly renewable wood product. As with many wood- or plant-based flooring, conventional bamboo flooring may show scratches and wear more than a hardwood surface like oak or maple. One company has taken bamboo’s green aspect and used…

Nothing destroys a refrigerator’s efficiency like standing in front of it with the door open. The engineers at LG have taken note of mothers who—a million times a day—say “Close the refrigerator door!”  The LG Door-in-Door Refrigerators™ offer auxiliary doors that allow access to refrigerated compartment for drinks and snacks without opening the full door.…

One of the best aspects of building a Katahdin Cedar Log Home is the opportunity to create your own unique log home.  Our experienced design team is ready to convert your ideal design into a home that meets your needs and budget—and with careful consideration—the extras that make it your own.  We thought it would…

In early homes, the fireplace hearth was more than just a source for heat, it was an essential element of the kitchen. Now some kitchen designers are reinventing the kitchen hearth with a look that can be rustic or classic. We think it’s a great look for contemporary log homes as well. The hearth design…