Document Type

Timber & Wood Products

Publication Date

5-2007

Abstract

Wood is a beautiful material that has been used for centuries for building log homes. Wood is also a high performance composite with good strength, insulation, fire resistance and durability characteristics. This means that uniquely beautiful log homes can be as efficient and long-lasting as structures made from wooden lumber, steel or concrete.

An understanding of wood properties will help log home owners protect and enjoy their homes. This publication is designed to provide basic information about wood, wood protection and the use of large timbers to build log homes.

Publication Number

PB1767-1M-5/07 E12-4915-000-015-07 07-0101

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