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The D-LogThe D-Log gets its name from the uncanny resemblance it has to the capital letter D. It has a straight interior with a V-groove and a slightly rounded exterior. The interlocking double tongue & groove system used to hold the logs in place is known for its strength and airflow prevention. Homeowners love the rustic appearance of the exterior and the finished demeanor of the interior provided by the D-Log. We offer D-Logs in 6"x 8" and 8"x 8" The D-Log is offered with both a Dove Tail and Butt & Pass corner system. |
The Double D-LogThe Double D-Log is the newest addition to our profile selection. Both the interior and exterior are slightly rounded. This gives the homeowner an appearance of a round log while achieving greater value and energy efficiency in their home. The interlocking double tongue & groove system used to hold the logs in place is known for its strength and airflow prevention. Many homeowners have adopted the Double D as their profile of choice favoring its traditional rustic appearance on both the inside and outside of their home. We offer Double D-Logs in 6"x 8" and 8"x 8" The Double D-Log is offered with a posted corner and saddle notch corner systems. |
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The Round LogThe round log has been used in the construction of homes since the days of the first settlers. As these early settlers struggled to tame their environment, they built their first homes out of logs. Cutting down trees and trimming them to length, the early pioneers left them in their natural round shape. Today, many homeowners feel the classic round is the only profile that captures the spirit of those early pioneers as they tamed our great nation. Donaldson Log Homes & Cabins offers the classic round in both the 8" and 10" profile. Both profiles take advantage of the strength and airflow resistant seal provided by the proven tongue and groove system. We offer Round Logs in 8" and 10" Diameters The classic round log is offered with the Saddle notch corner system. |
The Square LogThe Appalachian square log has been our icon for the past several years. With recent technology updated in the log home industry the square log has evolved into a very workable and structurally sound profile. It now encompasses the structurally proven interlocking double tongue and groove system. The interlocking double tongue & grooves used to hold the logs in place are known for their strength and airflow prevention. We offer Square Logs in 6"x 12" and 8"x 12" The square log is offered with the traditional Dove Tail corner system. |
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The Posted CornerThe posted corner system is used on the Double D Log. In this system, the logs are butted and spliced up against a corner post. The post is then butted on the outside by short sections of spliced logs to add to the traditional look of the home. Homeowners like the look and charm of the Double D Posted Corner System. Available with: Double D-Logs |
The Butt and Pass CornerThe butt & pass corner system is designed for a log to butt up against the log that is passing it. Each butt & pass joint is screwed, caulked, and doweled with a 1" hard wood dowel and an olylog lag screw to ensure a strong and airtight fit. Homeowners love the old fashioned look of the butt & pass system as it reminds them of the homes of yesteryear. The butt & pass corner system is offered in the D-Log and Square Log profile. Available with: D-Logs |
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The Dovetail CornerThe dovetail corner system is one of the oldest building techniques used in the construction of log homes. Perfected by early frontier men, the dovetail is a completely interlocking and self-supporting corner system. It has been documented to withstand extreme weather conditions and winds in excess of 200 miles an hour. Being a trademark of the Appalachian log home for decades, homeowners love its authentic and rustic appearance as well as the security offered by its strong design. The dovetail corner system is offered in both the D-Log and the Square Log. Available with: D-Logs and Square Logs
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The Saddle Notch CornerThe saddle notch corner is a precision milled joint that makes a complete symmetrical and self-supporting corner system. Each log is precisely notched to saddle the log underneath it. Homeowners love the symmetrical appearance of the saddle notch corner as it adds to the authentic look of their log home. Available with: Round Logs, D-Logs & DD-Logs |
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Kiln DriedKiln drying has been the standard way of removing water and sap from lumber for many years. In recent years log home manufacturers have started to incorporate kiln dried logs into their packages for the host of benefits it provides.Kiln Drying Process:
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White PineEastern White Pine is known for its beautiful grain and ease to stain almost any color. It is also known for its superior stability, lightweight, high RValue, and limited shrinkage characteristics. These characteristics along with its availability in large sizes (up to 12 and 14 diameters) make it an excellent choice for log homes.At Donaldson Log Homes & Cabins we will mill any wood species at customer request; however, due to the superior characteristics of Eastern White Pine it is our species of choice!
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