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Cabin Maintenance

Keeping up with a cabin, especially if it's a second home, can feel overwhelming. We provide the best tips and advice on maintaining the cabin so there are less undiscovered surprises that pop up.

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Fresh DIY Ideas for Reclaimed Pallet Wood
I would like to use old reclaimed pallet wood to build some outdoor furniture and other pieces for our cabin. What do I need to know?
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Cabin Kitchen Remodel: Cottage Style
Get ideas for your cabin kitchen remodel by checking out this project done in a charming country style.
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What You Need to Know About Life Jackets
Who will be using it and how determines which style of life jacket is the right choice.
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Inside the DIY: Adding a Pergola to a Cabin Deck
A need to shield the sun while still enjoying the outdoors led to this gorgeous addition to a cabin deck space.
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Designing the Best Dock For Your Cabin
Step up your shoreline with these smart strategies for dock design.
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Maintaining Your Cabin Exterior
Small efforts make a big difference when preserving and maintaining your cabin, and today’s products make the jobs easier.
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Cabin Maintenance: When to Repair and When to Replace?
When to hold ’em, when to fold ’em. You know your cabin roofs are worth more than a winning hand at poker, so don’t leave its upk…
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In the Name of Preservation
Three ways to rehab (not rebuild!) and preserve old cabins.
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How to Add Raised Planting Beds to Your Garden
If you want a garden without too much fuss, this landscaping project may be for you.
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Gardening at the Cabin: Just Add Water
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Boat Lift Maintenance
Maintaining your boat life is important! Plus off-season care for your lift & cover.
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Mound Septic Systems for the Cabin
Tips for landscaping on your mound for your cabin's septic system.
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Keeping Deer at Bay
Although no plant is immune to the mouth of a really hungry deer, look to the mint or onion family if you want to plant perennial…
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Everything You Need to Know About Boat Covers
Get the boat cover that is right for you.
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How to Stain Your Log Cabin
Staining your log cabin is more than just an aesthetic choice — it’s essential protection to make your exterior last for the life…
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Get Your Cabin Ready for Spring
With the snow melting and the ground thawing, it’s time to get your cabin ready for the coming year. Here’s what should be on you…
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Winter-Friendly Flooring
What type of flooring should you use in your cabin that can withstand long cold winter months?
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Upgrading the Deck
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Battery Powered Chainsaw
Editor Mark Johnson was never a fan of battery powered chainsaws, but after a more hands-on experience, he became a believer for …
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Saw Safety Tips
Here are six important tips when operating any level of chain saw.
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How to Purchase the Right Chain Saw
Editor Mark Johnson recently traveled to Sweden for the anniversary celebration of the Husqvarna Group. He came away with great t…
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How to Heat Your Cabin in Winter
Here are our best tips to beat winter's chill and keep your cabin nice and cozy, all season long.
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Winterizing Your Summer Toys and Tools
Winter’s coming, and the summer toys and tools should be put away properly, or they may give you trouble when it’s time to start …
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How to Identify and Treat Poisonous Plants
Prevent the dreaded ivy itch by educating yourself on the different types of irritants out there.
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10 Tough Wildflowers for Your Cabin Gardens
There are hundreds of native wildflowers from which to choose for your cabin garden. Some of the showiest and most widely adaptab…
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A Small Cabin with a Flowering Green Roof
The roof of this small retreat on Lake Pend Oreille in northern Idaho is brought to life by four different kinds of sedum.
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The Ultimate Guide to Cabin Security
With smart technology and simple measures, you can rest easy knowing your cabin is safe and secure while you’re away. Here’s what…
Campfire Safety Tips
Campfire Safety Tips
Follow these tips for safe and smart campfires at the cabin:

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