Log Options Species Of Log

 

Species

 

The species of wood you choose for your home will depend on your personal preference. All wood types have different characteristics, including such factors as texture, color, durability, and aroma. These will influence your choice of species for your log home.

 

Another factor that influences the choice of log is splitting. All logs will show splits in places along their length. This is due to the natural drying process which will continue to take place for years after construction. This is regarded by many as part of the charm of a solid log home. However, the degree of splitting will vary considerably with different types of logs. 

 

 

 

 

 

Linwood Log Homes offers the following species:

Species Color Grain Checking Aroma Durability Characteristics
Western Red Cedar light honey to deep red straight and even resistant subtle and sweet high
  • naturally deters decay and insects
  • high insulation value
  • very good sound absorption
  • free of pitch
  • long lasting
  • low shrinkage factor
Pine warm pale yellow clear and straight with distinctive light and dark pattern prone fresh moderate strong
  • rich grain patterns lend themselves to being left natural

  • low price

Spruce light in color straight grained prone resinous moderate stiff and tough
  • dries easily and is stable
  • low price
Fir pale cream to light orange-red very pronounced hard straight grain prone light and sweet moderate
  • very tall, long lengths
  • very strong
  • attractive grain patterns
 
 

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