Will my log cabin require exterior finishing?
Left unfinished, pine will weather to a silver grey colour. Colour density and uniformity will vary depending on exposure and climatic conditions in your area. Most customers choose to apply either some type of transparent stain or one of the several natural finishes available. Nordic Wood can offer suggestions and show you samples of different finishes.
Should the inside of my log walls be treated?
Though it is not necessary to apply finish to the inside log walls, doing so has certain advantages. A finished wall is much easier to clean; the finish seals the wood making it resistant to stains from oils, grease, and dirt. Most finishes, whether natural or containing stain, will enhance the grain and knot characteristics of the wood, making it more attractive. It is recommended that logs be lightly sanded before finishing. Doing so will remove any marks created during shipment and construction.
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What type of base should my log cabin be constructed upon?
In general a log cabin can be erected on any type of suitably designed base popular in your geographic area. These include concrete slab, pillar and beam, crawl space, strip wall or full foundation. Your construction blueprints will include specific dimensions for construction based on your desired construction method.
Is it possible to include only certain materials in our log cabin package?
Yes! Nordic Wood offers its customers the opportunity to tell uswhat should be included in their package. We can provide you with a material check list so you can tell us what to include. This allows the customer to take advantage of locally available materials and seasonal sales at their local building centres.
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