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Getting a composite deck? We are, too! Here's what I've learned about the similarities & differences between MoistureShield and TimberTech. See which one we are leaning toward... and why.

I've spoken with ChoiceDek and MoistureShield reps several times now. Here's what I've learned about these composite decking materials. Good stuff!

Do you really have to remove snow from the roof of your log home? Do some roofs fare better with the snow than others? For example: metal roofs vs shingle roofs. Here's what you need to know about roof snow removal for your log home.

Log home owners with dogs may be interested in incorporating some "log" features into your dog's lifestyle too. For example, outdoor dog houses, porches, barns, and beds for dogs. Check 'em out...

After a lot of research and homework, we've actually decided AGAINST using composite decking at this time. It wasn't an easy decision. Far from it. In fact, we were honestly looking forward to trying it. But the cons outweighed the pros at this point in time. Here's why...

I've had my eye out for that perfect one-of-a-kind figurine or statue to grace the front porch of our new log home for awhile now. Since I don't want anything too 'tacky', I honestly didn't think I'd ever be able to find something cute, fun, AND classy. But I think I may have finally found it. Check out these life-size dog welcome statues!

I met with reps at Undercover Systems... again. We've been considering their underdecking for awhile now. And I have to say, I really like this company. They're no-pressure, honest & upfront. Here are the details of what it would take -- and what it would cost -- to install underdecking on our new log home...

What follows are some of the most interesting things I've learned about composite decks, along with some of the questions I still have about composite decking materials. Specifically, I'm interested in TimberTech vs MoistureShield composite decks.

We will probably be adding some underdecking to at least 1 or 2 of the 4 overhead decks and porches that we have on our log home. I have explored 2 underdecking manufacturers at this point: Undercover Systems and TimberTech's DrySpace. Here's what I've learned...