Stories in Timber: Inside the Ward Cedar Log Homes Blog

Welcome to Our Log Home Blog

Discover ideas, stories, and expert advice on building and enjoying your log home. Our log home blog brings together design inspiration, building guidance, and homeowner tips to help you make confident decisions at every stage of your journey. Whether you are planning a new build or updating your current home, this blog provides trusted insights from the Ward Cedar Log Homes team so you can make the most of log home living.

The Benefits of Cedar for Log Homes

When someone asks us why we use cedar, the answer is simple: because it works. Not just for a few years. Not just for looks. It works long-term. It holds up. And we’ve got over 100 years of homes that show it. Still, we get this question a lot: Why cedar over pine or another wood? Here’s what we tell folks.

Planning a Small Log Cabin? 10 Decisions to Make Before You Build

Design & Plans

November 4, 2026

Before you choose a small log cabin plan, think through the full budget, land, utilities, sleeping space, loft, porch, and winter use. Ward share ten decisions that help shape a cabin around how you'll live.

Home Building Checklist

Ward Insights

October 23, 2026

There’s nothing quite like building your own log home. The chance to choose every detail, from the layout to the lighting, makes it feel completely personal. But before the first log is delivered or the foundation is poured, there’s a

Fall Maintenance Checklist for Your Ward Log Home

Maintenance

October 13, 2026

Before winter arrives, take a closer look at your Ward log home. This fall checklist covers gutters, exterior caulking, log checks, finish condition, and the household tasks to work into your seasonal routine.

Power Washing vs Sanding vs Media Blasting a Log Home

Maintenance

September 22, 2026

Should you wash, sand, or media blast your log home before staining? Start with existing finish, the condition of the wood, and the preparation your product requires.

When Does a Log Home Need Stain

Maintenance

August 31, 2026

A faded wall does not always need another coat. A spray bottle water test, along with a close look at the wood, can help you decide what your log home needs.

What Happens After You Request a Log Home Estimate?

Ward Insights

August 4, 2026

Requesting a log home estimate gives you a useful starting point. Learn what information Ward reviews, what the estimate covers, and how to decide what comes next.

November 4, 2026

Planning a Small Log Cabin? 10 Decisions to Make Before You Build

Design & Plans

October 23, 2026

Home Building Checklist

Ward Insights

There’s nothing quite like building your own log home. The chance to choose every detail, from the layout to the lighting, makes it feel completely personal. But before the first log is delivered or the foundation is poured, there’s a lot to think through. At Ward Cedar Log Homes, we’ve worked with homeowners for over a century, and we’ve learned that a bit of planning goes a long way. Here’s a practical checklist to help you feel more confident and prepared as you begin your home-building journey.