Husky

Accessibility: Reclaimed timbers are extremely difficult to source in the desired dimensions and species, and the sources are often inconsistent and unreliable.
Dimensional stability: Reclaimed timbers usually come from old barns or grain elevators and are often a century old. Those original timbers had large variances in their cross sections and have since shrunk, twisted or cracked over decades.
Cost: Reclaimed timbers are not only very expensive to source, but it is also very time consuming to joint them properly. It is much easier and better to build with dimensionally square timbers.

By woodpecker@admin March 21, 2022

HUSKY

The Banff Husky Project features several traditional timber trusses crafted from heavy timbers (12×12, 14×14, and 12×18). What sets this project apart is its location in Banff National Park—a gas station, typically not known for aesthetic appeal, that stands out for its unique design.

To ensure minimal movement and cracking after installation, all interior timbers were kiln-dried. Woodpecker provided and installed the timber package, as well as supplied the tongue-and-groove panels, which were then installed by the customer.

LEAR Construction has recently has the opportunity to work alongside Woodpecker European Timber Framing on some project and we can unequivocally state that they have been an excellent trade partner to work with. The excellent communication and framing knowledge is bested only by their final product. Our collective clients are always very pleased with the final workmanship and results they have invested in with Woodpecker. I would have no hesitation in recommending them for future tenders or to our construction peers within industry.

DAX, PROJECT MANAGER, LEAR CONSTR.
MGNTLTD
Calgary AB