Site Additions and Changes

Woodlanders Gathering in Warwick, NY
An unusual arts and crafts event is planned for the Hudson Valley region of NY in late August with over thirty workshops and events planned during the three days...

Log Cabin Village in Trinity Park is a nice way to spend an afternoon.

Log Cabin Village in Trinity Park is a nice way to spend an afternoon.
My family and I really enjoyed the walk through the cabins on a beautiful fall afternoon. All the volunteers were very knowledgeable and friendly and the prairie dresses worn by the gift shop ladies...

Delightful!
The cabin is a cozy, warm restoration of a building about 80 years old. The cabin's two screened porches overlook beautiful downtown Natchitoches, which is just a few steps a day. There...

Southwest Style Decorating Tips

Southwest Style Decorating Tips
When you think of the Southwest, what do you think of? Deserts, cactus, saloons? Well, Southwest style decor can actually combine these visions into a single decorating style....

Chainsaw Art Directory Announces First "Featured Artist"
You might wonder "what Country Music has to do with chainsaw art"? The short answer is "everything" - if your name is Doug Moreland and you are an accomplished artist in both genre's. More....

History
I have never been a history buff. I went to the Log Cabin Village with my daughters 4th grade class for there field trip. I found that it was very interesting and so did all of the kids. We all...

Rustic Log Furniture, How to Find Quality Furniture and a Trust Worthy Seller
Since the birth of the internet everyone and there brother seem to have tried to start making and selling all types of rustic furniture online, but what I am sure that they found out is that making log furniture the right way is a hard task to achieve....

Why is log furniture so popular?

Why is log furniture so popular?
Can anyone explain what makes a simple log table more appealing to many of us than a finely carved mahogany table? Is it merely a matter of style or taste? To be certain, some log or rustic furniture pieces do not blend well with every decorating theme...

History
I have never been a history buff. I went to the Log Cabin Village with my daughters 4th grade class for there field trip. I found that it was very interesting and so did all of the kids. We all...

Log cabin floor plans 2 (Part 6)

Delightful!

Delightful!
The cabin is a cozy, warm restoration of a building about 80 years old. The cabin's two screened porches overlook beautiful downtown Natchitoches, which is just a few steps a day. There...

Log Cabin Village in Trinity Park is a nice way to spend an afternoon.
My family and I really enjoyed the walk through the cabins on a beautiful fall afternoon. All the volunteers were very knowledgeable and friendly and the prairie dresses worn by the gift shop ladies...

History in Action
Log Cabin Village gives the 21st Century dweller a taste of the life experienced by settlers on the Texas prairie. The historical interpreters love what they are doing - telling history to those...

History
I have never been a history buff. I went to the Log Cabin Village with my daughters 4th grade class for there field trip. I found that it was very interesting and so did all of the kids. We all...

Enhanced search functionality added

Enhanced search functionality added
An improved keyword search functionality has been added to the directory. Read more...

Log Blog - A new blog about log homes and log furniture!
Log homes, log furniture and all things rustic - from the editor of the "Log Cabin Directory" and the "Log Furniture Directory". Frequently updated information about all things "log".

New article posted to Rustic Furniture Directory - Tips For Choosing Log Furniture
there are a number of “rules of thumb” that can help you in making good choices. Begin by considering...

Southwest Style Decorating Tips
When you think of the Southwest, what do you think of? Deserts, cactus, saloons? Well, Southwest style decor can actually combine these visions into a single decorating style....

Log cabin floor plans 2 (Part 5)

Log cabin floor plans 2 (Part 4)

Southwest Style Decorating Tips

Southwest Style Decorating Tips
When you think of the Southwest, what do you think of? Deserts, cactus, saloons? Well, Southwest style decor can actually combine these visions into a single decorating style....

Delightful!
The cabin is a cozy, warm restoration of a building about 80 years old. The cabin's two screened porches overlook beautiful downtown Natchitoches, which is just a few steps a day. There...

Log Cabin Directory to accept international log home site submissions
Although primarily a U.S. & Canadian log home information directory, we will now accept international submissions and list them by country. Due to repeated requests, we have decided to expand our service to include world-wide resources. More....

Chainsaw Art Directory Announces First "Featured Artist"

Chainsaw Art Directory Announces First "Featured Artist"
You might wonder "what Country Music has to do with chainsaw art"? The short answer is "everything" - if your name is Doug Moreland and you are an accomplished artist in both genre's. More....

RSS Feed Added
New RSS service installed.

Log Cabin Directory to accept international log home site submissions
Although primarily a U.S. & Canadian log home information directory, we will now accept international submissions and list them by country. Due to repeated requests, we have decided to expand our service to include world-wide resources. More....

Log cabin floor plans 2 (Part 3)

Log Cabin Directory to accept international log home site submissions

Log Cabin Directory to accept international log home site submissions
Although primarily a U.S. & Canadian log home information directory, we will now accept international submissions and list them by country. Due to repeated requests, we have decided to expand our service to include world-wide resources. More....

RSS Feed Added
New RSS service installed.

New Site Design Launched
We have been working on a new site design for many weeks and uploaded the changes to our server today. Please browse our new directory...

Rustic Furniture Directories get new look
The family of Rustic Directories is undergoing a major upgrade. ...

Chainsaw Art Directory Solicits Artists to Add Their "Profiles in Sawdust"

Chainsaw Art Directory Solicits Artists to Add Their "Profiles in Sawdust"
Some started out as carpenters, mechanics, musicians, preachers and even software engineers, but regardless of the path they embarked upon, their stories about how they discovered the art of chainsaw carving makes wonderful reading. Artists are invited to add their story to "Profiles in Sawdust & Wood Chips", a free listing and an opportunity to promote their craft and services...

Site Additions and Changes
During the past week alone, 27 new companies were added to the directory. In addition, we saw an increase of visitors - more....

History in Action
Log Cabin Village gives the 21st Century dweller a taste of the life experienced by settlers on the Texas prairie. The historical interpreters love what they are doing - telling history to those...

Log cabin floor plans 2 (Part 2)

Rustic Furniture Directories get new look

Rustic Furniture Directories get new look
The family of Rustic Directories is undergoing a major upgrade. ...

Site Additions and Changes
During the past week alone, 27 new companies were added to the directory. In addition, we saw an increase of visitors - more....

Delightful!

Delightful!
The cabin is a cozy, warm restoration of a building about 80 years old. The cabin's two screened porches overlook beautiful downtown Natchitoches, which is just a few steps a day. There...

History in Action
Log Cabin Village gives the 21st Century dweller a taste of the life experienced by settlers on the Texas prairie. The historical interpreters love what they are doing - telling history to those...

Log cabin floor plans 2 (Part 1)

Log cabin floor plans 2 - Cantilevering the porch of this cottage out over the water would give a dramatic effect. The shell of this cottage should be built all at one time. You'll note that I have shown an alternate living-room arrangement in the sketches.

The fireplace arrangement using masonry would be very good-looking, but it's hard work. The more simple Franklin stove would give almost as much heat. By using a studio couch in the dining area, you would almost have an extra bedroom.

The siding is made from plywood with horizontal batten strips would be fairly easy to build. You'll find that it is one of the easiest and quickest ways of putting siding on any surface. You could use this system on almost any of the other cottages.

One suggestion about the large glass areas use demiplate or seconds of real plate glass. Sometimes you can find a glazier who has replaced a store-front glass and can buy the damaged piece. Have him cut the glass at the site so that it will fit properly for this log cabin floor plans.

Log cabin floor plans 1 (Part 8)

CONSTRUCTION OUTLINE

Foundation: Piers made of 8-by-8-by-16-inch block. Top block poured solid and bolts put into place to receive sill.

Flooring: Sills drilled to take bolts and then placed on pier foundation. Tighten bolts. Spike inner width of header to sill. Lay out floor joists and spike them to inner header. Now spike the outer header to the inner width. Nail down flooring. Install door and window sills and lay sole around outer edge and under partitions.

Wall Framing: Lay out wall sections B and D on the floor. When completed, tip into place and use temporary bracing to hold in vertical position. Frame walls A and C.

Roof: Place roof joists in place and lay roofing boards. Coat roofing boards with asphalt cement. Place a layer of 15-pound roofing felt over. Use cold type of roof mastic and brush over felt. Start laying selvage edge of roofing material at end C. Follow directions on the roll.

Side-wall Finish: Use 1-by-6 or 1-by-8 tongue-and-groove siding nailed at top, bottom, and at herringbone bridging.

Vents, Doors, and Other Openings: Follow details on preceding pages or in special details.

Insulation: Medium- or full-thickness Fiberglas or equivalent stapled between roof joists. Use medium thickness in side walls. Install mechanical and electrical equipment as seems advisable.

MATERIALS LIST (Core Unit Only)

Concrete for footing cu. yd.
Block for piers depends upon depth
10 anchor bolts in. x 8 in.
19 2 x 4 14 ft. long Elev. C and sole
54 2 x 4 8 ft. long side walls A, B, D
2 2 x 4 10 ft. long partition sole and sill
32 2 x 8 14 ft. long floor joists and header (girder)
22 2 x 8 16 ft. long roof joists
5 2 x 6 14 ft. long sill
1 4 x 4 8 ft. long post if double door (elev. A) is used
100 lineal ft. of 1 x 8 fascia board
110 lineal ft. of 1 x 2 doorstop
500 board ft. of flooring
680 board ft. of roofing
700 board ft. of siding (vertical)
1,000 board ft. of interior finish
400 sq. ft. of interior ceiling finish (plus waste)
1,000 sq. ft. of medium-thick insulation
3 (or 7) 2 ft. 6 in. x 6 ft. 8 in. exterior doors and screen doors
(alternate of 7 doors if overhead door not used)
1 2 ft. 2 in. x 6 ft. 6 in. interior door (bath)
1 9 ft. x 7 ft. upward-acting door (Elev. A)
1 cellar sash (about 16 in. x 33 in.)
1,550 sq. ft. of roofing material (3-ply) and sufficient mastic
3 sheets of 5/8 or 3/4 in. x 4 ft. x 8 ft. waterproof plywood
Electric wiring: 110-220 volt, 3-wire system
Plumbing: piping, pump, tank, water heater, seat, basin, shower, sink
Septic tank
Range
Refrigerator
Franklin stove or fireplace materials

Rustic Furniture Directories get new look

Rustic Furniture Directories get new look
The family of Rustic Directories is undergoing a major upgrade. ...

Log Cabin Directory to accept international log home site submissions
Although primarily a U.S. & Canadian log home information directory, we will now accept international submissions and list them by country. Due to repeated requests, we have decided to expand our service to include world-wide resources. More....

Press Releases and rustic related articles now accepted
Now you can add your press releases and rustic related articles to the Rustic Furniture Directory at no cost ...

Rustic Log Furniture, How to Find Quality Furniture and a Trust Worthy Seller

Rustic Log Furniture, How to Find Quality Furniture and a Trust Worthy Seller
Since the birth of the internet everyone and there brother seem to have tried to start making and selling all types of rustic furniture online, but what I am sure that they found out is that making log furniture the right way is a hard task to achieve....

History in Action
Log Cabin Village gives the 21st Century dweller a taste of the life experienced by settlers on the Texas prairie. The historical interpreters love what they are doing - telling history to those...

Amazing Amish Country
Great insight into the amish world. Traditions and upkeeping of the lodge makes for a great weekend getaway.

Site Additions and Changes
During the past week alone, 27 new companies were added to the directory. In addition, we saw an increase of visitors - more....

Log cabin floor plans 1 (Part 7)

History in Action

History in Action
Log Cabin Village gives the 21st Century dweller a taste of the life experienced by settlers on the Texas prairie. The historical interpreters love what they are doing - telling history to those...

Amazing Amish Country
Great insight into the amish world. Traditions and upkeeping of the lodge makes for a great weekend getaway.

History
I have never been a history buff. I went to the Log Cabin Village with my daughters 4th grade class for there field trip. I found that it was very interesting and so did all of the kids. We all...

Log Cabin Village in Trinity Park is a nice way to spend an afternoon.
My family and I really enjoyed the walk through the cabins on a beautiful fall afternoon. All the volunteers were very knowledgeable and friendly and the prairie dresses worn by the gift shop ladies...

Enhanced search functionality added

Amazing Amish Country
Great insight into the amish world. Traditions and upkeeping of the lodge makes for a great weekend getaway.

Chainsaw Art Directory Announces First "Featured Artist"
You might wonder "what Country Music has to do with chainsaw art"? The short answer is "everything" - if your name is Doug Moreland and you are an accomplished artist in both genre's. More....

Rustic Pet Furniture Directory posts new article about a "Bed for Fido"
Great new article posted to Rustic Pet Furniture directory. Entitled, "Tucking Fido Into His Own Bed At Night"...

Rustic Furniture Directories get new look

Rustic Furniture Directories get new look
The family of Rustic Directories is undergoing a major upgrade. ...

Log Blog - A new blog about log homes and log furniture!
Log homes, log furniture and all things rustic - from the editor of the "Log Cabin Directory" and the "Log Furniture Directory". Frequently updated information about all things "log".

New article posted to Rustic Furniture Directory - Tips For Choosing Log Furniture
there are a number of “rules of thumb” that can help you in making good choices. Begin by considering...

Chainsaw Art Directory Solicits Artists to Add Their "Profiles in Sawdust"
Some started out as carpenters, mechanics, musicians, preachers and even software engineers, but regardless of the path they embarked upon, their stories about how they discovered the art of chainsaw carving makes wonderful reading. Artists are invited to add their story to "Profiles in Sawdust & Wood Chips", a free listing and an opportunity to promote their craft and services...

Log Cabin Village in Trinity Park is a nice way to spend an afternoon.

Log Cabin Village in Trinity Park is a nice way to spend an afternoon.
My family and I really enjoyed the walk through the cabins on a beautiful fall afternoon. All the volunteers were very knowledgeable and friendly and the prairie dresses worn by the gift shop ladies...

Amazing Amish Country
Great insight into the amish world. Traditions and upkeeping of the lodge makes for a great weekend getaway.

History
I have never been a history buff. I went to the Log Cabin Village with my daughters 4th grade class for there field trip. I found that it was very interesting and so did all of the kids. We all...

History in Action
Log Cabin Village gives the 21st Century dweller a taste of the life experienced by settlers on the Texas prairie. The historical interpreters love what they are doing - telling history to those...

Log cabin floor plans 1 (Part 6)

Delightful!

Delightful!
The cabin is a cozy, warm restoration of a building about 80 years old. The cabin's two screened porches overlook beautiful downtown Natchitoches, which is just a few steps a day. There...

Chainsaw Art Directory Solicits Artists to Add Their "Profiles in Sawdust"
Some started out as carpenters, mechanics, musicians, preachers and even software engineers, but regardless of the path they embarked upon, their stories about how they discovered the art of chainsaw carving makes wonderful reading. Artists are invited to add their story to "Profiles in Sawdust & Wood Chips", a free listing and an opportunity to promote their craft and services...

Chainsaw Art Directory Announces First "Featured Artist"
You might wonder "what Country Music has to do with chainsaw art"? The short answer is "everything" - if your name is Doug Moreland and you are an accomplished artist in both genre's. More....

New article posted to Rustic Furniture Directory - Tips For Choosing Log Furniture
there are a number of “rules of thumb” that can help you in making good choices. Begin by considering...

Rustic Pet Furniture Directory posts new article about a "Bed for Fido"

Rustic Pet Furniture Directory posts new article about a "Bed for Fido"
Great new article posted to Rustic Pet Furniture directory. Entitled, "Tucking Fido Into His Own Bed At Night"...

Rustic Log Furniture, How to Find Quality Furniture and a Trust Worthy Seller
Since the birth of the internet everyone and there brother seem to have tried to start making and selling all types of rustic furniture online, but what I am sure that they found out is that making log furniture the right way is a hard task to achieve....

New article posted to Rustic Furniture Directory - Tips For Choosing Log Furniture
there are a number of “rules of thumb” that can help you in making good choices. Begin by considering...

Woodlanders Gathering in Warwick, NY
An unusual arts and crafts event is planned for the Hudson Valley region of NY in late August with over thirty workshops and events planned during the three days...

Log cabin floor plans 1 (Part 5)

Log cabin floor plans 1 (Part 4)