Apr052009
Why Logs Check
We have all seen the checking that occurs in round logs, heavy timbers, utility poles, and round-wood rustic furniture. Checking is a natural occurrence in wood components that contain the pith,... more
Mar152009
Protect Your Home from Wildlife
"Sometimes in our zeal to protect nature, we can, in fact, create a more hazardous situation for our own existence within it."Building in a fire-prone area is not much different than building in... more
Mar042009
Shrinking, Settling, and Checking in Logs
Wood shrinks as it loses moisture. This simple fact is the cause for a wide range of potential problems for wood users, including warping and splitting in lumber, squeaki... more
Feb282009
Energy Efficiency and Log Homes
The energy efficiency of log homes is a perplexing issue that has not been completely resolved. One hears stories of the old-timers' trap-line cabin, always drafty and cold. Even today, building... more