Choosing The Right Oak Home Kit

Hybrid Timber Frame, Basic Oak Home, or Full Log Home – Which One Fits Your Dream? At Schutt Log Homes and Mill Works, every home starts with one key element: solid oak. Whether you're building a cozy getaway or your forever dream home, our oak home kits come in three unique styles to match your vision, budget, and building preferences. Here's a closer look at the three main types we offer—each crafted from** Missouri oak** and backed by the Schutt family’s decades of experience. 1. Hybrid Timber Frame Oak Home Kit The Look of a Log Home – With Simpler Construction and Lower Labor Costs Our Hybrid Timber Frame Kit blends the rustic character of a log cabin with the practical benefits of modern framing. It’s perfect for DIY builders or anyone looking to cut down on construction time and labor costs. Highlights: Traditional log home aesthetics with 2x6 wall framing Solid oak timbers, rafters, ridge beams, and collar ties Oak shiplap ceilings, walls and other oak interior touches Easier electrical and plumbing installation Ideal for energy efficiency upgrades If you want the classic cabin look without the full log stacking process, this hybrid model gives you that charm with a simpler build. 2. Basic Oak Home Kit Efficient Layouts. Oak Touches. Big Savings. The Basic Oak Home is our most economical option, designed for smaller footprints, simpler floor plans, and efficient use of materials. Don’t let the name fool you—this is still a oak home kit, just scaled down for budget-friendly builds or weekend retreats. Highlights: Compact layouts perfect for cabins, starter homes, or downsizing Oak trim, oak wall coverings, and oak ceilings included Affordable to build and maintain Great for off-grid cabins, ADUs, or guest houses Whether you're starting small or going minimal, the Basic Oak Home makes owning a quality oak structure more attainable than ever. 3. Full Oak Log Home Kit Live the Log Home Dream – One Stack at a Time This is the real deal: full oak log walls (6"x 8"), traditional building techniques, and the unmistakable warmth and beauty of a true log home. Our Oak Log Home Kits are built for those who want to go all-in on the log cabin lifestyle. Highlights: Massive 6” x 8” solid oak logs Traditional stacking method for authentic log home feel Ideal for permanent homes, lakeside lodges, and mountain retreats Strong, durable, and built to last generations Personalized layout options and builder support If you’ve always dreamed of stacking real oak logs and watching your home rise course by course—this is it. One Common Thread: Missouri Oak and Family Service No matter which kit you choose, every Schutt Log Home is built from high-quality oak—sourced and milled right here in Missouri. Our family works closely with you from start to finish to make sure your build goes smoothly. Ready to Build Your Oak Home? Whether you're leaning toward the efficiency of a hybrid timber frame, the simplicity of a basic home, or the tradition of a full log structure, Schutt Log Homes has a kit that’s right for you.