Here on the West Coast of British Columbia, and indeed worldwide, sustainability and environmental protection are top of mind with...
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New Height Restrictions for Wooden Structures
By jacquiline@evolutionbusiness.ca
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June 4, 2019
Timber buildings have been around for centuries. Thankfully, over time, code restrictions have been revised and changed, with concerns of...
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Longhouse Receives ‘Manufacturer of the Year’ Award
By jacquiline@evolutionbusiness.ca
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May 23, 2019
Family owned and operated Longhouse Specialty Forest Products, located in Parksville, BC, was recently honoured with the title of ‘Manufacturer...
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12 Outdoor Decks from Around the World
By jacquiline@evolutionbusiness.ca
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May 3, 2019
Designing a deck distinct from identical, cookie-cutter ones around you is a visionary’s dream. And certainly, creating an outdoor living...
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Manufacturer of the Year
By jacquiline@evolutionbusiness.ca
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April 25, 2019
Longhouse is happy to announce that it recently won the award for Manufacturer of the Year. Longhouse received the award...
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How to Achieve a Modern House Design
By Chris
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April 19, 2019
Our homes are our safe havens shared with loved ones, and beautiful modern home design is something many homeowners aspire...
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How to Design a Luxurious Outdoor Deck
By Chris
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April 3, 2019
The days are longer with increased daylight and now is the time to begin planning your outdoor living space and...
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7 Styles of Cedar Siding
By Chris
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March 11, 2019
The straight grain in Cedar makes it a very stable wood when turned into siding. Being slightly harder than other...
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Why Use Cedar Shake for Siding
By Chris
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February 14, 2019
Nothing beats the beautiful rustic exterior of a home with Cedar shake siding. With so many newer more modern options...
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How and Why Cedar Siding is Environmentally Friendly
By Chris
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January 23, 2019
The appealing qualities of Western Red and Yellow Cedar siding are well-known to architects, engineers, and homeowners. Aesthetically pleasing in...
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Why you should Choose Cedar Decking
By Chris
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January 21, 2019
A beautiful deck built into your outdoor living space is a haven where you, your family, and friends can all...
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How to Maintain your Cedar Siding
By Chris
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January 14, 2019
Builders and homeowners continue choosing cedar siding for new builds. Cedar’s awe-inspiring..
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Facts about Fire Retardant Treated Wood
By Chris
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December 20, 2018
There are many first-rate wood species to choose from for new builds and renovations. Wood is a tried and true...
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The Benefits of Pre-Stained Cedar Siding and Decking
By Chris
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November 13, 2018
When it comes to deciding on whether to choose a pre-stained cedar siding or decking for your project many people...
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Why use Douglas Fir Post and Beam
By Chris
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November 5, 2018
Post and beam is a simple but sophisticated way to design a custom timber frame home. Basically, post and beam...
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All about Yellow and Red Cedar Siding
By Chris
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October 17, 2018
Native to the Pacific Coast, Yellow Cedar and Red Cedar wood species have innately pleasing aromas and long-term value. They...
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Creating an Active Setting in Your Home with Cedar
By Chris
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September 11, 2018
The great thing about building with natural materials, especially Cedar, is that they can be used both outside and inside...
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The Resurgence of Commercial Cedar Siding
By Chris
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August 25, 2018
Cedar Siding is often synonymous with residential homes due its durability, versatility and appearance, along with its warm tones, alluring...
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