You’ll want to take a look inside this authentic log cabin located in South Shore, Kentucky, United States. The historic log cabin sits on 6-plus acres with a private pond. The log cabin and its surrounding environment create the feeling of being secluded yet you have the safety of neighbors. You’ll find this little hidden treasure to be your perfect getaway for fun and relaxation. You will have access to and full use of the log cabin, pond, outdoor fire pit, and charcoal grill. the inside fireplace and wood stove are off-limits. There is something special about staying in a log cabin, whether it be the natural location, the natural building materials, or the aesthetic appeal, log cabins are always a favorite. The following are just some of the features you’ll find in a log cabin.
Beautiful Inside and Out. Log cabin buildings have been around since 3500 B.C. and have never gone out of style. Plus, the inside of log cabins usually has a lot of charm. You can find log cabins in a variety of different sized, and styles. You might like the 1800s style of thick logs and chinking. You may, however, like the more modern style of the Lincoln Log look. The sky is the limit when it comes to the endless variety of log cabins to choose from, there is something for every lifestyle and budget.
Thermal Mass. A well-maintained log cabin has better interior temperature control, no matter the season. Regardless of the time of day or night, wood retains and releases heat equally well. Both the heating and air-conditioning systems won’t have to work as hard, which will result in less expensive utility bills. Even without air conditioning, a log cabin stays nice and cool during the hottest summer months. This is mainly due to the thickness of the logs and their ability to absorb heat which they then release at night.
There is so much to love about this authentic log cabin from the logs, chinking between the logs, wood floors, and the stone fireplace. Chinking is similar to caulking although the two techniques are different. Chinking is worked into the seams and creases of the log cabin for several reasons. The chinking is made with fine sand granules and latex polymers. Unlike caulking that’s used for small cracks and crevices, chinking can cover much larger spaces of up to seven inches and more. There are several benefits of chinking. One of the main benefits of chinking is that the log cabin needs to be protected between the logs and around any crevices.
When you use chinking between the logs, you are actively protecting your log cabin from invaders such as bugs. This is especially important for log cabins because when not properly cared for they are susceptible to damage from insects and rodents. It also prevents the cool or warm air inside the home from escaping. Keeping your cooling and heating bills low is going to be a huge benefit to your wallet, and it makes everyone who lives there more comfortable. You’ll be happy that you had a proper chinking job done when you experience a lot of rain. Chink seals the log home and keeps water from entering and settling in places that it shouldn’t.
