
What is the best species wood for log homes or log cabins?
What log species is best for my log home? That is something I get asked all the time. I think most people get caught up on what species to use and whether it was standing dead or not. This causes them to overlook a far more important factor. While cypress and cedar are known for durability, there is no wood that will last in the weather without protections. See article about roof overhangs (https://www.guildlogandtimber.com/single-post/log-home-roof-overhang-importance) This

Which log home stain is the best?
I get the question all the time, "which log home stain is the best?". Well I dont really think its quite that easy. It depends on what you are trying to achieve aesthetically and where you live geographically. Some of the oil stains that people swear by up north, will grow mold within a year in the south. Most of the water based giants have a very limited color pallet and the coatings are not very transparent. In my professional opinion I would say if durability is the only f