Co-owners of True North Log & Timber Homes, Kyle & Mark Wrightman pose with bright smiles for a portrait. They are standing in one of their log homes, in front of a photo of one of their homes.

14 Aug Meet the Three Generations Behind True North Log & Timber Homes

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Meet the Three Generations Behind True North Log & Timber Homes [caption id="attachment_13205" align="aligncenter" width="800"] Co-owners of True North Log & Timber Homes, Mark (Left) & Kyle (Right) Wrightman.[/caption] Introduction At True North Log & Timber Homes, the strength of our homes lies not only in our craftsmanship but also in the foundation of family values that support every beam and board. Behind our award-winning designs and cutting-edge building systems is a close-knit family with a shared passion for excellence, innovation, and creating spaces that truly feel like home. A Vision Rooted in...

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.

22 Oct How to choose a log home manufacturer

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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.

07 Aug How are log homes more efficient than conventional homes?

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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.

This image shows the exterior view of the award-winning Sprucedale Residence, one of True North Log & Timber Homes' log home designs.

03 May What is a Log Home Kit?

Posted at 09:46h in Blog, Featured

What is a log home kit? Depending on who you ask, you will get a different answer. It’s imperative that, as a future log homeowner, you fully understand what’s included and that not all log home kits are created equal....