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Mar
What to Know About Zero Net Energy (ZNE) Homes
The building industry leaves a major impact on our environment and resources. Fortunately, standards...
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04FebRead MoreHardwood vs. Softwood
Suggested uses, difference, and reasons why each are needed for different projects (ex. can...
16JanRead MoreWhat Will 2020 Bring?
Regardless of the unfortunate mill closures across BC in 2019, we’re heading into an...
07NovRead MoreDeck the Home
Most islanders take advantage of their outdoor space as much as possible year-round. Instead...
10OctRead MoreCedar Versus Birch—Who Will Win?
Choosing between a softwood and a hardwood can be tough when you’re not aware...
25SepRead MoreWood / Timber / Lumber as a Construction Material
Wood has been used as a building material for thousands of years, being second...
12AugRead MoreTen Benefits of a Cedar Deck
The major ingredient of building a new deck is deciding which decking material to...
06JunRead MoreNet Zero Houses
Here on the West Coast of British Columbia, and indeed worldwide, sustainability and environmental...
04JunRead MoreNew Height Restrictions for Wooden Structures 2
Timber buildings have been around for centuries. Thankfully, over time, code restrictions have been...
23MayRead MoreLonghouse Receives ‘Manufacturer of the Year’ Award
Family owned and operated Longhouse Specialty Forest Products, located in Parksville, BC, was recently...