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| Log home Shrinkage |
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| Log home Shrinkage |
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Log homes and log cabins are susceptible to shrinkage because of the natural material that is the basis of construction- the log. Logs will shrink mainly in diameter as they move towards equilibrium moisture content. This shrinkage can be as much as 10% in some species of Pine or Spruce. Logs will not shrink much lengthwise thus combining log walls (which will shrink) with log posts (don't shrink) poses some issues. A careful builder will realize these issues and make allowances for them during construction. Also, because of shrinkage, extra space must be left above doors and windows to allow for the logs to settle and not hang up on the log home doors or windows. A reputable log home builder like Coast Mountain Log Homes will understand these forces and will make allowances during the construction process for them.
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