Real wood log siding offers a rustic, natural and beautiful appearance, with cedar log siding and cypress log siding being among the most popular choices for homeowners but can also be redwood or pine. Log siding is commonly referred to as "half log construction" and is certainly cheaper than using full-logs because it’s mass-produced. But that doesn’t mean that it’s cheap. Log siding has a timeless beauty and comes in many colors and textures.

It is used on the exterior of stick framed homes, cabins or commercial construction but can also be used in your interior, adding a nice quality to walls in addition to drywall and/or our tongue and groove paneling. Log siding is installed in its original color, without any painting. It comes in a variety of colors and textures, and its energy efficiency enables homeowners to save on their monthly utility bills. It is a good choice because it is durable and strong and very unique.

Log siding is designed with tongue and groove edges making installation easy while conserving raw materials making it a zero-waste product and easy to use. It is properly kiln dried to reduce moisture and minimize shrinkage and can be bought in a variety of textures and colors, and it can be shaped, stained or painted according to taste.

It is easy to install: chalk a level line for the bottom course; each course simply laps over the one below. The siding is face-nailed about one inch from the top and bottom at each stud, using 15 gague, 2 1/2" finish nails, galvanized or stainless steel. It is aesthetically most suited to wooden landscapes.

Real log homes need to be cleaned at least twice a year, and the process can be quite grueling. Trying to keep the logs from rotting can be quite hard. The log siding materials made of real wood are specially treated to prevent rot and water damage, and they are also usually treated to fight termite infestation.