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Jul
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...
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18JunRead MoreWhy 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...
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...
14MayRead MoreLonghouse Forest Products Awarded Manufacturer/Supplier of the Year 2020 by the Vancouver Island Construction Association
Longhouse Forest Products has been awarded Manufacturer/Supplier of the Year by the Vancouver Island Construction Association (VICA) for the second year in a row. “We are very excited and...
26MarRead MoreFrom Coast to Coast
Cedar trees grow lush and large on Vancouver Island, where visitors come from all over the world to enjoy their natural beauty. Undoubtedly, the smell of an old growth...
04FebRead MoreHardwood vs. Softwood
Suggested uses, difference, and reasons why each are needed for different projects (ex. can a softwood be used as building materials?)
16JanRead MoreWhat 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...
25SepRead MoreWood / 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...
23MayRead MoreNew Height Restrictions for Wooden Structures
Timber buildings have been around for centuries. Thankfully, over time, code restrictions have been revised and changed, with concerns of fire safety topmost in many architects’ and builders’ minds. ...
03MayRead More12 Outdoor Decks from Around the World
Designing a deck distinct from identical, cookie-cutter ones around you is a visionary’s dream. And certainly, creating an outdoor living space with worldly charm can be seamlessly tied into...