- 02JulRead More
The Benefits of Pre-Stained Cedar Siding and Decking
When it comes to deciding on whether to choose a pre-stained cedar siding or decking for their project, many people often prefer decking based on up-front costs alone. This...
- 18JunRead More
Why You Should Use Cedar Shake for Siding
Nothing beats the beautiful rustic exterior of a home with Cedar shake siding. With so many newer more modern options many forget that unfinished Cedar wall shingles can easily...
- 04MarRead More
What to Know About Zero Net Energy (ZNE) Homes
The building industry leaves a major impact on our environment and resources. Fortunately, standards are being raised to provide more sustainable, less harmful building initiatives. For example, construction methods...
- 04FebRead More
Hardwood vs. Softwood
Suggested uses, difference, and reasons why each are needed for different projects (ex. can a softwood be used as building materials?)
- 16JanRead More
What Will 2020 Bring?
Regardless of the unfortunate mill closures across BC in 2019, we’re heading into an exciting new decade in the forestry industry. Longhouse Specialty Forest Products remains positive and dedicated...
- 07NovRead More
Deck the Home
Most islanders take advantage of their outdoor space as much as possible year-round. Instead of viewing the deck as a separate entity.
- 10OctRead More
Cedar Versus Birch—Who Will Win?
Choosing between a softwood and a hardwood can be tough when you’re not aware of the properties of all the different types of wood.
- 25SepRead More
Wood / Timber / Lumber as a Construction Material
Wood has been used as a building material for thousands of years, being second only to stone in terms of its rich and storied history in the world of...