29 06, 2019

A few dollars more

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Here we have an interesting, and very attractive, outbuilding behind one of the historic homes at Colonial Williamsburg.
This little shed would cost only a little bit more to build than those pre-assembled units found at the local lumber supplier.
 
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29 06, 2019

A board-and-batten retreat home

2019-06-29T11:05:44+00:00

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A rustic retreat home… oh, the benefits of board and batten siding.

Among the benefits… low priced, locally sourced, easy to install, and natural look. For those seeking a rustic log cabin but price is an issue consider the potential of this material, for the entire home, or for part of it.

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29 06, 2019

The color Red

2019-06-29T11:05:33+00:00

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Here we have Washington Inn, located in the small village of Little Washington, Virginia.

The stone chimneys, although oddly locate are attractive. There is a farmhouse look to the place… very nice siding and a copper roof. But, what sets this place apart, what gives it such richness, is that deep red paint. Love it, or hate it, it’s affect cannot be denied.

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29 06, 2019

A house cannot be too tall

2019-06-29T11:05:31+00:00

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She is tall and trim, and pleasing to the eye.
This cabin is a full two-stories tall with a steep pitched roof and a towering chimney.
The porch roof on the front is also unusually steep pitched. This roof pitch sacrifices any windows that could have been installed on the second floor of this side of the cabin.
The “cat slide” roof on the back of the house aesthetically allows for a larger kitchen addition than what would be possible with a more typical roof design.
The second floor rooms are likely somewhat dark with little natural light coming in.
The extra wide wood shakes create quite a different look on the outside don’t they?
Bought from a sawmill, this form of siding would be an inexpensive, easy to install, alternative to board-and-batten.
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29 06, 2019

Board and Batten construction

2019-06-29T11:05:23+00:00

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Board-and-batten is the best method for covering the exterior of a home IF… you want your home to blend into a wooded environment and if you desire a locally sourced material that is easy to apply and inexpensive to purchase.
Log and stone homes cost more, require more skill, and take much more labor, but they each will last for centuries, are more attractive, and any extra funds invested in them will be amply returned with lower maintenance expenses and upon the eventual sale of the home.
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29 06, 2019

A handmade shed

2019-06-29T11:05:15+00:00

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Even a handmade shed can be a joy to behold, when it’s well designed, makes use of local materials, and it’s located in just the right spot.

Now image this new shed in the same place…

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29 06, 2019

It’s time to turn your dream cabin into reality

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For those who get to kick back in their cabins and not have to rush off to a job in the city… a tip of the hat to you!
For those of you that had to lock up their cabin yesterday and head back to “real life”, just know that that cabin is waiting there for you.


And, for those who dream of having that special place in the country, whether log, or stone, or timber frame… set a goal for the near future that you take those first steps in turning that dream of a handmade house into reality.

It’s time to turn your dream cabin into reality2019-06-29T11:05:11+00:00
29 06, 2019

Classic farmhouse design

2019-06-29T11:05:07+00:00

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Here we have one of the appendages to George Washington’s home… Mt Vernon.

Amazing isn’t she?

So simple, yet perfection, found in simplicity.

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