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One thing we believe in at Katahdin is that our green initiatives are not only good for our planet but good for our company. One Maryland couple also kept faith with their moral convictions when selecting a log home manufacturer, and designing and building their beautiful log home on the banks of the Wye River.…

Whether it’s boomers with boomerang adult children, or aging parents, more households in America are gathering together two and three generations under one roof—a throwback to the earlier half of the last century. After World War II, the American family household was comprised of two parents and their children. A recent poll indicates that 41…

This spring you’ll probably never get a better opportunity to meet with Katahdin’s seasoned log home experts at locations across the country! This is what we’ve booked so far, and you’ll want to check our Events page for more updates. Stay tuned for our spring Log Home Seminars, which are loaded with information and one…

As more electric charging vehicles become available, the options for Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) or charging stations are broad. Most charging stations come hard wired for safety and plugged in for ease of transport. Level 1 EVSE operate from a 110/120-volt home outlet. A Level 2 EVSE can offer charging at a 20 Amp…

We’ve expanded our list of log home shows where we’ll be exhibiting, so here’s your chance to explore Katahdin Cedar Log Homes, meet with dealers from your area and get answers to your questions. We’re still working on shows later this spring and details may change, so check our Events page before you go. Mark…

Utility configuration once was a relatively simple task for families building a new log home. Now, however, with new technology bursting on the residential market and changes in consumer use patterns, it may not be as simple as running electrical and telephone wires from the nearest utility pole. Ditch the telephone hard line? According to…

Induction cooktops have been available for some years now, but only recently have the prices come down enough to make them a viable consideration for home chefs. There is a fair amount of misinformation about induction cooking, so we thought a few basics would be helpful in determining whether it’s right for you. How does…

It’s fairly well-understood that in a properly sealed house, controlled air exchange is an important part of maintaining a healthy indoor environment. Most homes achieve the removal of super moist or indoor polluted air with standard exhaust fans, either in the bath or the kitchen. Panasonic has developed a bathroom fan that acts as an…

Glazed thin brick can add both texture and color to any area in the home, both dry and wet applications. Fireclay Tile’s version is available in nine smashing colors from deepest black to a gentle green to a couple variations on white. Custom colors are also available. The bricks come with natural variations in colors…

Whether small and functional or grand and expressive, your entry foyer can make a statement. Even the tiniest foyer can provide a special welcome to guests with some special attention. First, every foyer should include some sort of table, console or flat surface to receive in-hand items like keys, mail, gloves, smart phones and other…