06 Oct

Posted at 13:32h in Blog

THE BENEFITS OF WINTER LOG HOME CONSTRUCTION: WHY WAIT?   Building your dream log home is an exciting journey, and it starts with careful planning. Many homeowners aim to avoid winter construction due to common misconceptions about the challenges it presents. However, at True North Log Homes, we encourage you to consider the advantages of building your log home during the winter months. In this blog, we'll debunk the myths and show you why waiting for spring might not be the best choice.   The Timing Matters Building your dream log home involves several stages,...

22 Mar

Posted at 17:37h in Blog

What is a Penta Post? [caption id="attachment_13222" align="aligncenter" width="900"] True North's KeySpline system. When combined with a Penta post, it allows us to offer square post corners or create any angled log walls with our Penta Post.[/caption] The “Penta Post” is a five-sided post which joins a log wall system at any angle using True North Log Homes’ patented KeySpline® System. The term Penta Post comes from the Greek prefix penta-, meaning “five”, for its five vertical faces. We often use it as a structural corner to create prow-shaped fronts, turrets, and...

22 Oct

Posted at 17:23h in Blog

This True North Log & Timber Cottage looks over the waterfront, showcasing the harmony it shares with the serene landscape. Two red muskoka charis sit by the dock, surrounded by granite stone patio and gorgeous Muskoka forest.

How to choose a log home manufacturer

There are many factors to consider when choosing a company to manufacture and build your log home. At True North Log Homes, we believe that the best customer is a well-informed customer.

16 Sep

Posted at 20:26h in Blog, Featured
[caption id="attachment_13237" align="aligncenter" width="900"]The interior of the award-winning Colantonio Residence's Great Room, highlights the beauty of this luxury, modern log home. From the multi-story windows to the stunning timberframe. The interior of the award-winning Colantonio Residence highlights the beauty of this luxury, modern log home design.[/caption]

Log Home Myths: Debunked!

These are log home myths and misconceptions that we’re happy to clear up and debunk for you.

07 Aug

Posted at 10:30h in Blog, Featured
This image shows the living room of a log home, with floor-to-ceiling windows that frame a small sculpture of a sailboat. The window is framed by two stacks of dovetail corners.

How are log homes more efficient than conventional homes?

We’re asked this question all the time. Let’s start by talking about what R-value is, and why it doesn’t relate to log homes.

What is the R-value of a log wall?

R-value measures capacity of an insulation material to resist heat flow from one side of a wall to another. The insulation industry has done a really good job at presenting and supporting the importance of R-value, but this is only one part of energy efficiency.
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