| Log Furniture Facts & Characteristics |
| ~ PROCESS Our goal is to create high quality custom log furniture with personal attention to detail and customer satisfaction. The first step in keeping with our goal is that we do not mass-produce our log furniture or get our logs from a mill. This allows us to be able to maintain top quality control in each item that we make. We cut dead standing lodgepole pine trees in the beautiful forests of Montana that are naturally dried and seasoned. We take the extra time to peel the bark off of each log with a draw knife by hand. Many log furniture companies claim to "hand-peel" their logs, but they still use a milling process to take off the bark (and the character). Since we use such a hands-on approach during our process, we are able to carefully inspect each log before using it. Finish: Over the years we have developed our own formula to provide high-quality protection and long-lasting beauty for our furniture. Our premium urethane finish is specially formulated to provide excellent UV blockers and form a protective barrier against moisture. The finishing process includes sanding down each piece by hand before and during the finish application to achieve a beautiful smooth surface. Custom staining is available upon request. For our customers who prefer a more rustic (less smooth) appearance, we are happy to rough-sand each piece. One of the many benefits of handcrafting all of our products is that we can adjust our process to meet each customer's specific requests. Connections: Mortise and tenon joints provide maximum strength and rustic beauty to our furniture. All permanent mortise and tenon connections are sealed with a high performance polyurethane adhesive. We've found this particular adhesive to be stronger than the wood, providing long- lasting support and does not break down over time like most wood glues. All other connections that can be taken apart for moving purposes are joined with lag bolts in the mortise and tenon joints. ~CHARACTER Step two is in the details. The rustic character and natural beauty that our customers love about our furniture is dependent on the unique qualities of the logs we use. This means that each piece is designed to fit each log’s individual shape. In creating the actual furniture, the following characteristics naturally occur and lend to the overall appeal. Beautiful curves, bark stains, wood checking, knots, and warps in the wood cause very inconsistent measurements, coloring, and spacing on all of our furniture. These types of characteristics are considered “character” and are valued in the log furniture industry. ~LOG FACTS The third step is to keep our customers informed with helpful details about our products. Wood Checking: One major detail about log furniture that you may not have heard about is called “wood checking”, which is mentioned in the above paragraph. Checking is a natural process that occurs in all logs and is the usual result of wood seasoning. It can range from very slight slivers to cracks running the full length of the log to the heart of the wood. This cracking results from the wood releasing moisture and it normally occurs across or through the annual growth rings of the log. As logs dry, the wood shrinks around the heart of the tree. As tension develops in the wood due to shrinkage, the log splits to relieve tension. It is important to note that checking does not affect the structural performance or integrity of the wood. As stated in the paragraph above, checking is not considered a defect but adds to the rustic quality of the final product. Since this is a key quality to creating the rustic charm of our log furniture, we will not be able to issue refunds because of wood checking, knots, cracks or other naturally occurring character traits. Log Character: Because of our unique hands-on process of using a draw knife to peel the bark off of each log, we are able to incorporate the best that natural logs have to offer in our rustic furniture designs. We've found that each lodgepole pine log can vary greatly in color, including dark streaks, reddish hues, and light bleached tones. There are also surface variations that include knots, crevices, cracks, and curves that enhance the style and beauty of each piece. As mentioned above: Since this is a key quality to creating the rustic charm of our log furniture, we will not be able to issue refunds because of wood checking, knots, cracks or other naturally occurring character traits. ~CUSTOMER SERVICE We take the final step in keeping with our goal very seriously. Maintaining the valuable relationships and trust of our customers is very important to us. We encourage you to contact us concerning any questions you may have, or even just to share your thoughts and opinions. Creating new designs and customizing our existing furniture to meet your needs is just one way that we strive to provide personalized attention. We hope that you’ll give us the opportunity to help you find everything you are looking for. |
We are dedicated to providing great customer service. We encourage you to contact us with any questions you may have prior to placing your order. We offer dimensions as a guide, but they are not exact. Please let us know and we will be happy to make your order to your size specifications. Custom orders are always welcome. We do not mill our logs for mass production, so you can be assured that we pay close attention to detail in keeping with high-quality craftsmanship in everything we do. |
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TIMBER CREEK
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| Contact Us (816) 244-6253 |