Logs for log home.

[Lowhog]

I have over 100 Norway Pines and not sure how many Spruce in the 16"-22" range. I was wondering if a log home builder would get me the best bang for my buck$$$$ ?, or should I let them grow? I'm no spring chicken at 64.

 

[bitzer]

Start calling around. They are pretty picky. If you have anything they are even remotely interested in they might come take a look but they typically have their steady suppliers they trust.

 

[RandyMac]

pulp

 

[HumBurner]

pulp

Could you elaborate on this? Obviously, healthy suppressed wood is better for logs than non-suppressed, as the heart wood is denser and rings tighter, but are there any other factors that come into play for you to make that call?


Thanks

 

[RandyMac]

Take a close look at what grade of logs are being used for that type of construction, then compare.
I would mow them and start over.

 

[Lowhog]

We have a log home builder in the area using red pines.

 

[Jhenderson]

The trees shown won’t get me cabin stock price from the pine mill I sell to. All the 6x8 and 8x8 cants need to meet certain specs. Those trees won’t saw cabin grade. Too many black knots.

 

[BlackCoffin]

While I don’t know what I’m talking about the stuff here makes sense. I think if they were maintained and limbed down low earlier on in life they would grow tall and have clearer straight grain would which is more sought after for higher end construction.