• White Pine is an excellent choice for most areas because it offers a high R-value at a low cost. Its ease of installation and low shrinkage also contributes to its popularity - an outstanding value for your money


  • White Cedar is a versatile all-around choice and is among the highest R-value of any species commonly used for log homes. It is also decay and insect resistant.


  • Red Cedar particular well-suited for extremely humid areas because of its natural resistance to decay and insects. It has a lower R-value than White Pine and White Cedar


    Whatever your choice there are several steps you can take to preserve the beauty of your log home. Designing your home with large overhangs (at least 50cm) and covered porches to shield it from the sun's rays is always recommended, It is better to use White Pine with large overhangs than spend money on more expensive logs with no overhangs.

    Always use a quality finish that allows the logs to "breath". This permits moisture to escape and minimize checking. A good finish contains a UV guard and is long lasting - 3-4 years for southern, full exposures and 6-8 years for northern exposures


    Beware of cheap finishes which may last only a year or two

    please check out

    in Canada:
  • Canadian Log home Supply

    or:
  • Perma - Chink Inc.