| Design
The first step to building a log home is to determine a floor plan. Honest Abe offers a wide variety of standard floor plans, which you can then modify to fit your needs. Of course, you can always design your own plan.
Log Packages
Below are the different log packages we offer through Honest Abe. To learn more about a package, visit Honest Abe's Website.
Milled-D Log
Our 8"x8" Milled-D log is planed smooth on all sides for a beautiful appearance. This log system also features an inserted corner notch and a milled drip edge. These time-tested methods of joinery ensure an air-tight seal that keeps the outside elements outside. The logs are locked together with a large single tongue and groove, and a foam gasket and wood-binding sealer are applied between each course before fastening with lag screws.
Interlocking Round
We are so proud of the corner design in this log system, we included it in the name. Better than a traditional saddle notch, the interlocking corners in the 8"x8" round log offers a design unsurpassed in strength and "sealability". The logs are locked together with a large, single tongue-and-groove. A foam gasket and sealer are applied between each course before the logs are fastened together with screws. The full round log is planed smooth on all sides, giving that "Western" feel to any design.
Big Sky Series - 10" Round Log System
Do you love the look of the large rustic lodges nestled in the majestic landscapes of the Northwest? You can have that same stately style for your new log home with the Big Sky log style. With this option, Honest Abe will cut your log home package using 10" round timbers for the log walls, ceiling beams, and rafter or roof purlins. This system is available for all our standard catalog models and any of our custom homes as well.
Genesis 8"x12"
With a similar look and feel to our original Genesis Log, this even larger 8x12 Genesis Log system offers even more thermal mass for energy efficiency. The exterior surface of the log is rough textured and has a groove at one edge that can be finished with chinking, or without it as desired. The interior surface is smooth and enhances the massive feeling so characteristic in this log style. Dovetail corners complement the look and ensure a tight fit. The logs are locked together with a large single tongue and groove, and a foam gasket and wood-binding sealer are applied between each course before fastening.
Timber Frame
In the construction of a Timber Frame home, Honest Abe uses timbers to build the framework, which becomes the skeleton of the house. Next, the roof system is placed, and insulating panels are attached to the framework. The timbers are left exposed on the inside. The customer can then decide to cover the home in cedar lap or log siding.
RuStick Conventional Wall
The warmth and beauty of a log home meets the standard of traditional construction techniques. Our conventionaly framed and insulated wall system features Honest Abe's quality log sidings for the interior and exterior. Ease of construction and a great value to achieve the log home look you've always wanted!
Log Package Contents
We offer a variety of types of log packages to meet your needs. These include the Legacy package, Genuine Select, Big Sky, Rustic and Sportsman. Click on the name for more details on the contents of each type of package.
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