What do you mean by ‘traditional milled logs’?
We mean individual rough sawn cedar and pine timbers, or cants, which have been milled to the shape of logs.
If your laminated logs are so good, why do you offer traditional milled logs?
We added them to our product line at the request of the builders and dealers who wanted a more rustic looking option that retains the inherent milling quality and aesthetics that have become our hallmark. Although we can never achieve the perfection that's inherent in our laminated logs, we make every single traditional milled log the best it can be.
I’ve found many sources for traditional milled logs. Why should I choose your product?
Our traditional milled logs are made by the same people and the same machines we use to make our laminated logs. We're fierce trimmers and remove visibly defective material. Logs meet strict standards for structural integrity and our own internal aesthetic requirements. Every single log we mill meets or exceeds the grade claimed.
Are your traditional milled logs inspected by a national third-party inspection agency?
Yes. All of our traditional milled logs are regularly inspected by Timber Products Inspection (TPI), a nationally recognized third party grading organization. Every log that leaves our mill bears a stamp that assures it meets Dry Wall Log 40 specifications. In fact, during a typical inspection, we usually find that most of the logs inspected exceed the Log Wall 40 spec, and 50% or more actually qualify for Premium Grade -- the top grade in the rating system.
What does Dry Wall Log 40 Mean?
This is a Timber Product Inspections term, which relates to various characteristics of wood timbers such as moisture content, knots, slope of grain, rot, and other characteristics effecting the structural integrity of timbers. Under TPI rules 95% of material graded must meet all specs. At Glu-Lam-Log we strive to assure that 100% of our logs meet or exceed this grade.
If so much of your wood exceeds the Dry Wall Log 40 Grade, why did you choose it?
When we signed on to the TPI Quality Assurance Program, we asked our local TPI Inspector to physically inspect all the logs in our yard. The lowest grade he found was Wall Log 40, which is a full grade higher than the grade provided by many log home manufacturers. Choosing the Wall Log 40 grade complements our very conservative and value oriented nature. By definition, taking this approach assures that the client, on average, always receives better material than we claim.
Are your traditional milled logs dry?
The Dry Wall Log 40 Grade requires that the moisture content of logs must be 19%, or less, as measured by a hammer probe that penetrates the log to a depth of approximately 1 1/2". All of our logs meet or exceed this specification. In fact, the standing dead timber we typically use averages more like 15% or less moisture content.
Are your traditional milled logs pre-finished with any stain or sealant?
While the exposed ends of our logs are coated with an emulsified paraffin sealant to prevent end checking, we do not coat our logs with any stain or sealant at the factory. Keep in mind that it is very important to do this on your own.
What lengths do your traditional milled logs come in?
We inspect our traditional milled logs with the same careful eye as our laminated logs, making sure to trim off any unsightly or unusable material. Due to this trimming process, the logs you receive will be in random lengths, generally ranging from 6’ to 16’, very heavy to the long lengths.
Do you mill a range of profiles and sizes?
Yes. D-Shaped Logs, Double-D (Round/Round), Shiplap patterns, Double V-groove, and Stack Chink Logs are among the patterns we mill in sizes that range from nominal 6x6 to 8x12.
Do you notch corners?
Yes. We notch log ends and cut starter logs as an option. We can do "H-Notch" corners for most logs and "Dovetail" ends for square logs. Notched corners can give your home a more finished appearance.
