The Acorn & Leaf Podcast | by Gastineau Log Homes
Welcome to our ACORN & LEAF podcast. Tune in as we dive headfirst into the wonderfully woodsy world of log homes!
If you've ever found yourself daydreaming about the smell of fresh timber, the crackle of a cozy fire, or whipping up a meal that just tastes better because, well, you're in a log cabin—then you’re in the right place.
Each episode, Lynn & others will cover everything from the art of choosing the perfect wood to creating that cabin atmosphere that makes you feel like a lumberjack-turned-gourmet-chef.
Whether you’re here for the design tips, the outdoorsy vibes, or just an excuse to romanticize life in the woods, Acorn & Leaf has you covered. Pull on those flannels, kick back, and join us as we explore what makes log home living… unforgettable.
The Acorn & Leaf Podcast | by Gastineau Log Homes
90 Years of Log Home Science: Sashco on Stains, Maintenance & Zero Failures
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We've trusted Sashco products for our log homes for years, and we can't wait for you to dive into our recent conversation between Lynn and two of their amazing Team Members – Paul Peebles and Todd McArthur!
In this episode, we sit down with Paul and Todd from Sashco, a third-generation, family-owned company celebrating nearly 90 years in business. With decades of hands-on experience in wood science, staining, sealants, and real-world log home performance testing, they break down what actually makes log homes last 200+ years.
Inside this conversation:
• Why round logs weather differently than flat siding
• How extreme exposure testing in Colorado reveals the truth about stains
• The real story on maintenance and long-term costs
• Energy efficiency, building codes, and mass timber comparisons
• Carbon storage and the environmental advantages of wood
• The Zero Failures Seminar and why professionals travel nationwide to attend
From historic restorations to modern builds, this episode dives into the science, craftsmanship, and heritage behind log homes that truly last generations.
Subscribe for more on log homes, wood science, and building something worth passing down.