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Jun
How To Prevent and Remove Mold From Your Home’s Cedar Exteriors
Even the most well-maintained cedar home can encounter a few minor issues over time. From light rain to sweat and salt water, your home’s exterior may also suffer from...
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19JunRead More7 Most Common Decking Mistakes Homeowners Make and How to Avoid Them
As the weather warms and spring finally begins to creep into your community, it’s time to get outside and take advantage of the beautiful weather. What better way than...
11JanRead MoreWood: An Ideal Material For Landscaping in 2022
Wood has been a mainstay in landscaped gardens for centuries. Often used to outline borders and create raised beds, wood provides structure in the garden and a framework...
14DecRead MoreThe Longhouse Difference
As a family-owned company since 1985, at Longhouse Specialty Forest Products we’re proud to be deeply embedded in the Parksville and wider Vancouver Island community. As long-time Vancouver...
16NovRead MoreGetting Your Cedar Siding Ready for Winter
Builders and homeowners continue choosing cedar siding for new builds. Cedar’s awe-inspiring..
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Advantages of Building with Cedar
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...
12OctRead MoreMass Timber Building Construction in B.C.
Mass timber buildings are increasing in size, height and complexity both in British Columbia and across the world. Advancements in wood products and construction are helping to build more...
09SepRead MoreBuilding Trends for Fall 2021
This year has seen major changes take place in almost all aspects of our lives, and the home building industry is no exception. Along with rapid changes in the...
17AugRead MorePreparing Your Deck For Fall & Winter
As we slowly pass through the dog days of August, fall and its wetter, colder weather is just around the corner here on the West Coast. The fall season...
29JulRead MoreSiding: Hardie Board vs Cedar Plank
Choosing which type of siding to use for your home can be a difficult decision. Siding prices are constantly fluctuating, making it difficult to know if one material is...