Mike: Although not in Central Alabama, this borate pressure treated, eastern white pine log siding is excellent for your location. The log siding arrives to you already protected against wood digesting insects as well as rot/decay which is common in…
Dan - I've live in my log home for 18 years now and the key to lowering your maintenance cost and get the maximum effectiveness out of your exterior finish starts with good design. Minimum of 24" overhangs at gable end, gutters/downspouts, keeping t…
I would suggest reading both the penetreat and transformation stain info to see how they specify the wood surface be prepared to accept their products. Most stains recommend removing dirt and mill glaze before application. There are several ways to…
Tim - I totally agree. I discuss topics like this ONE time with potential customers. I deal with it head on - then leave it alone. We're dealing with big boys and girls and they can make their own minds up. We give them the info/concerns and the "wh…
Built our log home in 1992 and went to work for Appalachian Log Structures in 1994. Previous to that I worked for 3 airlines and one Tour Wholesaler so I've been lucky enough to travel the world. My wife and I enjoy country living and the peace that our log home brings to our busy lives.
I see you have a cost estimating worksheet. We are working towards hopefully building a log home in a couple of years and if you could email me a copy of your worksheet it would be appreciated. Can use all the help I can get to determine what size and if we can afford our dream retirement home. Email to b.norsworthy@comcast.net , Thanks
Donald,
I am looking for a copy of the cost estimating worksheet. I attended a seminar at Valley Forge in the spring and the workbook referenced a link to it that is no longer active. Please forward it to me also if it is not too much trouble. Thanks, Chris Yaletchko (cpyale@yahoo.com)
Happy new year dear Donald.we had a very good year 2008.Hope all of people in ALSI have a good new year.Thanks for your support in the 2008 year.In 2009 I need improve my English.I think that we have many things to do.Good luck 2009.
Dear Mr. Cui: WOW - it looks GREAT! I'm sharing your photos with everyone at Applog. It is looking beautiful and looking forward to seeing the finished product. The golf course looks wonderful too! Thank you for sharing with us....Donald