Timber used in log cabins
Garden log cabin
There are two types of timber than can be used in log cabins; pine and spruce. Pine Pine, also know as a redwood, is a material that is increasingly becoming used for a lot of the things that are used daily. As pine isn't as dense as spruce, it will absorb water faster than the other timber. Pine is used widely in gardens for fencing, posts, furniture, equipment etc. Spruce Spruce is a white-wood which won't discolour as much as pine may. This particular timber is stronger structurally, is denser and has tighter knots. The main difference between the two timbers is the density, which can impact the design of a log cabin. As pine and spruce behave differently, problems could arise when the two are mixed.The following problems could be:
The following problems could be: - Splits and gaps caused by the different rates of expansion - Pine should have treatment applied to it as it absorbs more water than spruce View our selection of log cabins.
The benefits of living in a pine cabin Bespoke Log Cabins from Pinewood
Garden log cabins and huts have been a primary living space for many years, however, it wouldn’t be a first choice when it comes to building and moving into a
new home. Living in a pine cabin, or any other wooden cabin comes along with many benefits: Better insulation: Steel and concrete are definitely sturdy materials but they come with a disadvantage, as they provide poor insulation for homes. Pine provides brilliant insulation keeping in the heat and preventing heat loss, plus if it needs adjustment, it can be done easily for the accommodation of extra insulation. Greater energy savings: When energy efficiency is being determined, heat conductivity is often a factor that is unbeknownst to many. A material’s conductivity rating is based upon the amount of heat the material absorbs/ Wood is four hundred times less conducive than steel and 8.5 times less conducive than concrete topping the ranks of a material’s low conductivity. Meets more building codes: Building codes regarding energy efficiency have been making an appearance in more municipalities all over the world, daily. In present times, homeowners and builders are discovering that traditional building materials aren’t meeting those codes as well as wood is doing. Wood has a versatile nature, so it means that is can be moulded and constructed to match any form of energy efficiency requirement no matter the climate. Pinewood bespoke log cabins are fast proving to be a preferred residence. For more information about our Bespoke log Cabins and what we can offer you, please visit our website for more Log Cabins for Gardens.