White Pine
	Very popular species for log home construction in the Eastern part of the U.S. Light color (white to pale yellow/brown), lightweight, soft, easy to work with, straight uniform grain, moderately resistant to decay, relatively inexpensive, strong, very stable when dry (low shrinkage and warping) , takes preservative stains well, ages to a deep orange color. Because of its low density, it has excellent thermal characteristics. In summary, White Pine is an excellent choice for log homes because it is readily available, not expensive, stable, easily worked, and is attractive.
	Western Red Cedar
	Along with White Pine, Western Red Cedar is one of the most popular wood species for log homes. Beautiful color, aromatic, red heartwood, white sapwood, soft (low density, lightweight), low strength, low shrinkage, straight grain, easy to work, resistant to weather decay and insects (good for wet climates), low initial moisture content, non-resinous, and excellent thermal performance. It is relatively easy to stain and moderately expensive. In summary, Red Cedar is a good choice for log homes, although somewhat expensive, because it is naturally resistant to water and insects, looks good, smells good, and is easy to work with.
	White Cedar
	Northern White Cedar is similar in characteristics to its Western Red Cedar cousin. Because it also has a low initial moisture content, it can be easily air dried. It is also very resistant to decay and insects. These trees produce shorter timbers and we recommed only in 6" x 8" log profiles. Color is simular to the white pine.
	Alaskan Yellow Cedar
	Highly resistant to weather and rot. Moderately heavy wood, soft, fine textured, straight grained, easily worked and durabble. Testure is light yellow in color,compact textu re with its natural oils giving a smooth wax finish. Durablity: Resists weather, rot,termites and corrison from acid solutuions
Others
Douglas Fir, Cypress, Lodge Pole Pine, Yellow Pine, Hemlock and Redwood