What is Log Furniture?

Log furniture is reminiscent of times past. When we see a cabin or cottage decorated with log furniture, it conjures up images of hunting for our food and relaxing without the lure of television or other technology, and it gives a sense of warmth and comfort. Log furniture was first created out of necessity. In early America, when settlers were moving west across the country with few tools, they made do with what they had and made log furniture, instead of the more refined furniture of Europe. Settlers were battling the elements and they did not have the time or inclination to make more elegant or refined furniture. Plus, the log furniture was sturdy and practical. The log furniture originally built out of necessity later became popular in larger cities in America, where it gave people a sense of ruggedness or being in the country. Today, log furniture can be found nearly everywhere, but it is most popular in mountain resort areas such as ski lodges, cabins, or rustic condominiums. Log ... more