| Frequently Asked Questions | |
| QUESTION: | *What is the smallest order amount that can be made? |
| ANSWER: | We will always try
to accommodate you, however small your order. |
| QUESTION: | What is the typical delivery time from when the order is placed? |
| ANSWER: | We can have most
all orders ready in 3 days to 3 weeks, of course depending on the size of the order. |
| QUESTION: | How long are the uncut various diameter logs? |
| ANSWER: | We have random lengths
with various diameter logs. They range in length from 8' to 20'. |
| QUESTION: | What is hand clean-peeled log? |
| ANSWER: | This is a log with
all bark removed with distinctively aesthetic, highly desirable cut-lines of the draw knife. |
| QUESTION: | What is hand skip-peeled log? |
| ANSWER: | This is a log with
all outer bark removed, while retaining intermittent patches of inner bark interspersed with clean peeled portions while maintaining distinctively aesthetic, highly desirable cut-lines of the draw knife. |
| QUESTION: | What are character logs? |
| ANSWER: | Character logs are
those that possess unique characteristics that can include knot, burls, crooks, etc. that sets them apart from plain grain logs. No two are the same. |
| QUESTION: | What is a turned log? |
| ANSWER: | Turned logs have been cut to uniform diameter on a lathe. |
| QUESTION: | What do I have to do to the log to put it into a finished product? |
| ANSWER: | Our peeled logs
come in whatever state you desire to order, from raw to ready for final fitting, assembly and ready to apply finish. |
| QUESTION: | Is Lodgepole Pine a heavy wood? |
| ANSWER: | It is light and
strong, making it ideal for furniture, railing, etc. |
| QUESTION: | Is Lodgepole Pine susceptible to insect damage? |
| ANSWER: | It is extremely
resistant to decay and insect damage when finish is applied. |
| QUESTION: | What are the accent qualities of Lodgepole Pine? |
| ANSWER: | It is accented
by distinctive grain and knots. It is uncommonly smooth-surfaced, making it more attractive than many other woods. It can be painted, stained and finished as desired. It is a logical wise choice for beauty and durability. |
| QUESTION: | What are the woodworking qualities of Lodgepole Pine? |
| ANSWER: | It is light wood
in weight plus color and very easy to work with. Shrinkage and warpage is virtually nonexistent in our dry Lodgepole Pine logs. |
| QUESTION: | Is Lodgepole Pine subject to checking? |
| ANSWER: | All Logs from any
species are subject, in varying degrees to natural process of checking (longitudinal splitting). Checking happens as wood releases moisture and normally occurs across or through the annual growth rings. The severity is most usually the result of the wood seasoning process. This is why we carefully air dry our logs, maintaining good air circulation. Checking does not effect the structural performance or integrity of the wood. |
| *Still have questions? Email us: info@smalldiameterlogs.com | |