The Log House Book Author:Jack Kramer As the cost of building and maintaining homes skyrockets, and as the quality of building materials and workmanship declines, durable log houses are becoming popular alternatives, both for their unique natural beauty and their adaptability to individual needs. From the one-room cabin nestled in the mountains or beside a peaceful lake to a family... more »-sized home in the suburbs, log houses offer a viable and relatively inexpensive answer to the current housing crunch.
Whether you want to design one yourself or purchase a pre-cut kit, The Log House Book, can help you turn your longing for a home of your own into a beautiful, economical reality, with step by step information on:
selecting a building site
designing your dream house
laying a foundation and selecting logs
the tools of the trade
one-level and multi-level homes
porches, floors, doors, windows and dormers
fireplaces and Franklin stoves
log house kits and a complete list of manufacturers