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Conserving water and saving on energy costs are some of the driving forces behind low-flow showerheads. But the quality of the shower experience is often less than optimal. Technology has brought back the enjoyment to low-flow showers, and there are a number of options that can still save water and energy without compromise. And, in…

If a freestanding tub is part of your fantasy master suite, careful planning will make this retreat become a reality. We take a look at some of the factors that go into including a freestanding tub in your master bath design. Planning — You’ll need to alert the design team about the spa tub for…

If you’re considering investing in photovoltaic solar panels on your new Katahdin Cedar Log Home, you may want to consider a metal roof system in place of traditional shingles. Any southerly-facing roof is the first-choice location for solar arrays, as it is structurally sound and allows for easier access to domestic electrical distribution. What are…

Like hardwood floors, the option of more wood cabinets can be too much of a good thing in a contemporary log home. Wood finished walls and floors can make beautiful wood  kitchen cabinets fade into the background, losing their design impact. As a result, many savvy log homeowners opt for a painted or color stained…

Mini-split or ductless heat pumps are a great option for heating or cooling log homes. They avoid the need for ductwork normally used for forced air systems and can provide heating and cooling for a seasonal home or guest quarters, as well as year-round conditioning to complement solar or wind electricity. The mini-split has earned…

We’ll be setting up in our own backyard at the Log and Timber Home Show & University in Portland, Me., October 17-18 and at a daylong Log Home Seminar in Mansfield, Mass., on November 8. The Seminar will run from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm, with plenty of opportunities for questions and one-on-one discussions with…

Log Home SeminarSaturday, November 8, 2014Holiday Inn Mansfield31 Hampshire StreetMansfield, MA  The day-long Log Home Seminar will cover a wide range of information about designing your log home, selecting sites, financing and other topics. You won’t want to miss important information about Katahdin’s Energy Envelope System, which meets or exceeds the new energy codes recently…

Come join us for a  Log Home Planning Seminars in Sparta, NC on Saturday, October 11. Bring your questions, plans, ideas and dreams! You’ll have the opportunity learn about log home construction and how Katahdin Cedar Log Homes is leading the industry in providing fine quality cedar log homes with money-saving energy efficiency.  We’ll cover…

We’re excited about our free Log Home Seminar taking place in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina on October 11, 2014. It’s a terrific opportunity for you to meet with experienced dealers in the area, and tour a stunning nearby Katahdin Cedar Log Home. The Log Home Seminar will be held at the Alleghany…

You’ve heard of smart phones, but the next big thing is “smart floors.” Lauzon floors offer a way for wood floors to look great, and work hard —invisibly—in a home. Lauzon has partnered with a Danish firm to license their photocatalytic technology, which uses a titanium oxide treatment to the wood to absorb toxic chemicals…