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Oct
Cedar Decking vs. Composite Decking
Installing a new deck or upgrading an old one can be a very fulfilling prospect. Not only does it beautify your property, but it also increases the value and...
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25SepRead MoreGetting Your Cedar Exteriors Ready For Winter
With the fall fast coming to an end, the winds grow colder, and in time, snow will begin to fall. Winter is coming, and your outdoor cedar furniture and...
04SepRead MoreThe Best Timber for Outdoor Use: Garden Furniture, Benches, Tables & More
If you plan on lounging on your terrace or literally doing anything outdoors, you’ll need a few pieces of furniture. While it’s easy to just grab any wooden chair...
19AugRead MoreUltimate Guide to Building a Cedar Deck
Whether during summer or any other period, lounging outdoors comes with a therapeutic feeling. Sitting on a reclining chair on your deck and watching your neighborhood in the evening...
29JulRead MoreThe Many Benefits of a Cedar Shake Roof
Cedar shake shingles have long been popular for roofs, thanks to their durability and classic good looks. But what exactly are they? Cedar shake shingles are (usually) thin pieces...
21JulRead MoreSigns You Need to Replace Your Home’s Siding
Your siding is one of the most important pieces of your home’s exterior. Not only does it protect your home from the elements, but it also provides your home...
12JulRead MoreBest Wood Siding Options: 7 Types to Choose From
When it comes time to replace the siding on your home, you have many options. One of the most popular choices is wood siding. Wood has been used for...
28MayRead MoreHow Our Cedar Products Are Environmentally Sustainable
Professionals in the construction industry choose cedar wood as their building material of choice for several reasons. Not only is it breathtakingly beautiful in the home, but cedar blends...
23MayRead MoreLonghouse Receives ‘Manufacturer of the Year’ Award
Family owned and operated Longhouse Specialty Forest Products, located in Parksville, BC, was recently honoured with the title of ‘Manufacturer of the Year’ by the Vancouver Island Construction Association....
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Manufacturer of the Year
Longhouse is happy to announce that it recently won the award for Manufacturer of the Year. Longhouse received the award from the Vancouver Construction Association. There were many factors...