Exquisitely Simple mixture of ranchwood™ and AquaFir™
Posted on: March 25, 2021
Where: Oregon
Products: Aquafir™ in battleship color and ranchwood™ in southern for the siding material. Trimmed with Aquafir™ brown trim, fascia and soffit. All the material is douglas fir with wire brush texture.
Product Use: 1×4,1×6, 1×8 in battleship and 1×10 shiplap in southern siding. 1×4,1×6 and 1×10 square edge material for window, door and corner trim all in brown.
Mixing sizes and colors for this vertical and horizontal shiplap siding helped create a subtle difference. This traditional mountain style home is one of a kind. The clean lines pay homage to its rural setting, while keeping the design exquisitely simple. ranchwood™ product provides a reclaimed look while enjoying all the advantages of working with new wood.
Montana Timber Products is a specialty wood products manufacturer. Creating rustic, modern and contemporary wood siding, interior accents, reclaimed wood, and barn wood alternatives. Our ranchwood™,AquaFir™, ranchwood™ Artisan, ranchwood™ weathered, Charwood™, and Corral Board products offer a selection of exterior and interior wood materials. All products can be used for residential and commercial application. Each product line is offered in two wood species, Douglas Fir and Cedar. Seal-Once offers high performance long lasting waterproofing seal that is environmentally friendly non-toxic protection. Selling direct to the customer allows Montana Timber Products flexibility to create your project. Call 406-215-4961 for more information or fill out the contact form at: https://www.montanatimberproducts.com/contact/.
Where: Texas
Products: AquaFir™ product line in driftwood color with a wire brushed texture using douglas fir.
Product use: 1×8 shiplap vertically and 1×8 shiplap horizontally
The AquaFir™ product line is ideal when homeowners are looking for a consistent and uniform look, but still want the variation that natural wood offers. Pre-finished material makes a difference with a high-quality finish, aesthetics, and timing of the project. Prolonging the life of the siding is accomplished by preserving the wood with sealant to protect from weather and sunlight. Applying the sealant in a controlled environment on all four sides of the boards treats the wood in the most optimal way. Seal-Once penetrates the wood fibers and seals against moisture. Wood expands and contracts with normal changes in humidity and temperature, by sealing each edge of the board normal weather changes do not affect the integrity of the siding. Check out the other colors in the AquaFir™ product line at: https://www.montanatimberproducts.com/product-lines/aquafir/
Montana Timber Products is a specialty wood products manufacturer of rustic, modern and contemporary wood siding, interior accents, reclaimed wood, and barn wood alternatives. Our ranchwood™,AquaFir™,ranchwood™ Artisan, ranchwood™ weathered, Charwood™, and Corral Board product lines offer a full selection of exterior and interior wood materials. All the products can be used for residential and commercial application. Each product line is offered in two wood species, Douglas Fir and Cedar. Each can be used for siding, timbers, trusses, posts, beams, trim, fascia, soffit, interior paneling and ceilings or as an accent wall. SEAL-ONCE® offers high performance long lasting waterproofing seal that is environmentally friendly non-toxic protection. Selling direct to the customer and custom milling allows Montana Timber Products flexibility to create your project. Call 406-215-4961 for more information or fill out the contact form at: https://www.montanatimberproducts.com/contact/. Order samples to get started today: https://www.montanatimberproducts.com/order-samples/.
How to Pick the Top Exterior and Siding Contractors on Houzz.com
Posted on: June 30, 2020
Ranchwood™ brings a timeless, rustic character to homes. Varied wood grains in each board are accentuated by proprietary finishing processes. “The result is as unique as one’s own fingerprint.”
Just as it is common sense to do due diligence when buying a car before appearing in front of a hungry salesman, the same could be said for exterior siding and remodeling if a customer would rather avoid buyers’ remorse.
Doing research makes a huge difference. Call a contractor without a plan, and what a customer wants versus what is delivered is often a vast divide; not because a good contractor won’t have a catalogue worth of ideas, but rather the reasons listed out below.
Time for Remodeling
Anytime a family or business starts a project on the home or place of business, there’s a considerable amount of preparation that should occur. Exterior siding and trim projects might take several weeks to complete, and that could mean living in a hotel, or shutting down operations for a while. From a contractor’s point of view, timing is a huge deal when planning workforce allocations among their different projects. One of the first questions to ask a contractor should be “when could they start” (if offered) and “how long the remodel will take.”
Decide What Materials To Use on the Exterior and Siding:
The difference between various sidings might be substantial not just in price, but also availability, how long it will last,…and then, there’s the aesthetic.
Standard siding such as vinyl or hardie is differently priced from say ranchwood™, AquaFir™, Charwood™, and Corral Board. If a customer is on Houzz, chances are the “look” of the house is one of the first considerations, followed by value, and 3rd, whether it fits in the budget.
During the budgeting process it’s important to note that most projects do go over in cost before all is said and done. Even if it’s expected that the plan will proceed perfectly, prepare to put in at least a 5% buffer over the estimated cost for unexpected contingencies. Factor these extra costs in both building materials and contractor estimates.
ranchwood™ 2×12 Tackroom Channel Rustic with Chinking (horizontal), 1×6
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Special deliveries of materials such as Montana Timber Products, or “travel charges” incurred for bringing in remote contractor work needs to be factored into the equation. Proximity is important, but it’s not everything…some companies like “Montana Timber Products” can both deliver and service anywhere in the US, and even have projects as far as Western Europe.
Reviews and Stars
Top contractors, like restaurants, understand the need for positive reviews. This is how customers often make their final decisions between 2-3 services, and bury the rest. There’s a lot of places to leave reviews online, so it might be helpful to check google and facebook reviews. However, remember most contractors are not digital experts, so a good reference can stand in, especially when there are limited reviews to go by. The best contractors leave positive impressions in both quality and value for the client’s investment.
Pictures of Finished Work:
While not a deal breaker, it’s not unreasonable to ask a contractor for real examples of finished work. Whether a consumer wishes to see completed projects showing the most popular sidings like those made from reclaimed wood such as barnwood, or perhaps something more contemporary, all established contractors should have photos of prior work easily accessible. Sometimes one man shops do offer discounts, but don’t be surprised when other corners are cut (see below in “choosing a contractor”).
AquaFir™ Charcoal color cedar 1×6 vertical shiplap (circle sawn texture), 1×8 horizontal shiplap (wire brush)
Choosing a Contractor:
ranchwood™ Tackroom reverse board and batten 1×12, 1×6 with 2×8 and 2×10 trim.
Any contractor needs to have a physical address. Period. After work has started, a customer needs to be able to locate a contractor to follow up on both completed projects and work in progress. Don’t forget to have (in hand) a physical contract signed before work starts. If something goes wrong like a misunderstanding on the scope or duration of the project, a signed contract will be invaluable.
Exclusions in the contract will help protect a customer and contractor from a job expanding and in turn costing more to complete, while warranties (sometimes a lifetime for siding) will ensure the work is done properly.
Finally, licenses, certifications, and insurance are a must. Licenses can be gained in some cities just by paying a fee, but it also shows, at least in a small way, an effort was made to be compliant. Insurance protects both parties from an accident on a customer’s property, potentially damaging structures, cosmetic appearance, or even a life.
If a house was built pre-1978, a contractor will need to be certified in lead safe practices by the EPA.
Multiple Quotes from Different Contractors:
Even if a home/business owner wants a proprietary or artisanal wood, it’s best to shop around for the contractor. Price is only a small piece of the puzzle. There are certain costs that can be hidden by contractors, and without research in hand–a lot of cloistered study from their inside catalogues may leave a customer open to more than they budgeted for, and feeling somewhat committed to signing because of the “design help” they just received.
Bottom line, check out multiple contractors on Houzz.com; look at their work and qualifications, call to get a quote, and know the right questions to ask before signing anything.
According to wikipedia.com: “As of August 2015, there were more than 7 million high-quality photos of interiors, exteriors and gardens. Houzz now has more than 17 million home photos on its platform”
What: Yellowstone Country Club
Where: Billings, Montana
Product: AquaFir™ Hazelnut color in smooth texture on cedar
Product use: 1×6 shiplap, 5/4 x 10 trim and 1×6 trim
Montana Timber Products was selected to create a custom color for this picturesque setting. The project included the design and construction of a new clubhouse located on a championship golf course with more than 70 years of history. At Montana Timber Products, we have the professional expertise to understand the design needs and the experience to meet the needs of the contractor. We milled, textured, and stained the siding and trim to meet the exact standards set forth by the construction team. Materials were delivered to the jobsite pre-finished so that no staining or painting was required on the jobsite. We provided more than 14,000 Board-feet of siding materials to this project while keeping the contractor on schedule. This project received such high praise that we now offer the stain that was created for the Yellowstone Country Club as a standard color, called AquaFir™ Hazelnut.
No project is too big or too small for Montana Timber Products. We work with the design team to help create the right vision and then with the construction management team to provide the right materials in a timely manner. Pre-finished wood siding offers significant time and labor savings to any size job. A pre-finished option also eliminates common onsite application problems like dripping, splattering, over spraying and streaking. Pre-finishing the wood and sealing every piece on all four sides in a controlled environment insures consistency and unmatched quality to on site finishing.
Where: New Mexico
Product: AquaFir™ Charcoal color in cedar using circle sawn and wire brush texture
Product Use: 1×6 vertical shiplap (circle sawn texture), 1×8 horizontal shiplap (wire brush), 1×6 tongue and groove soffit and porch ceiling (wire brush), and square edge materials: 5/4 x 4 Trim, 1×12, 1×8 and 1×4 fascia (circle sawn)
MontanaTimber Products is a specialty wood products manufacturer of rustic, modern and contemporary wood siding, interior accents, reclaimed wood, and barn wood alternatives. Our ranchwood™,AquaFir™,ranchwood™ Artisan, ranchwood™ weathered, Charwood™, and Corral Board product lines offer a full selection of exterior and interior wood materials. All the products can be used for residential and commercial applications. When partnering with Montana Timber Products for any project our pre-finished material makes a big difference in project quality, aesthetics and in timing. All our products have a consistent, high-quality finish. Also, the need for site finishing and all the headaches that come with it are eliminated.
Pre-finished cedar wood ceilings and soffits add warmth to this modern design
Posted on: February 21, 2020
Where: Arizona
Product: AquaFir™ soffit and ceiling in brown with smooth texture in cedar.
Product Use: 1×6 shiplap with 1/8” reveal
Montana Timber Products is a specialty wood products manufacturer of rustic, modern and contemporary wood siding, interior accents, reclaimed wood, and barn wood alternatives. Our ranchwood™,AquaFir™,Artisan, Charwood™, and Corral Board product lines offer a full selection of exterior and interior wood materials. All the products can be used for residential and commercial application. We ship directly to the job site from our mill. Customize your project with a little or a lot of wood to bring natural warmth and character to your project. Contact us today for samples and a quote: https://www.montanatimberproducts.com/contact/ or call 406-215-4961.
AquaFir™ shines in this Development with Lake and Mountain Views
Posted on: January 14, 2020
Product: AquaFir™ Galleta color in horizontal shiplap and board and batten siding with wire brushed texture in douglas fir. Trim and post wrap in Galleta and Cinder color with wire brush texture in douglas fir.
Product Use: 1×8 horizontal shiplap siding, 1×10 and 1×3 board and batten siding, 1×6, 1×8, 1×12, and 2×12 post wrap, 2×4, 2×6, 2×10 and 2×12 trim.
The design scheme called out a mix of wood siding with rock and metal to create a mountain modern look. The developers worked with Montana Timber Products to create custom colors for this project. Delivering product directly to the jobsite that is pre-finished, sealed and ready to install helps keep the project in budget and on schedule regardless of weather conditions. Offering sizes from 4”-12” wide, with varying thickness and lengths allows the builders to use one source for all the wood elements on the project. One stop shopping helps every builder with coordinating a schedule!
Montana Timber Products is a specialty wood products manufacturer of rustic, modern and contemporary wood siding, interior accents, reclaimed wood, and barn wood alternatives. Our ranchwood™,AquaFir™,ranchwood™ Artisan, ranchwood™ weathered, Charwood™, and Corral Board product lines offer a full selection of exterior and interior wood materials. All the products can be used for residential and commercial application. Each product line is offered in two wood species, Douglas Fir and Cedar. Seal-Once offers high performance long lasting waterproofing seal that is environmentally friendly non-toxic protection. Selling direct to the customer and custom milling each order allows Montana Timber Products flexibility to create your project. Call 406-215-4961 for more information or fill out the contact form at: https://www.montanatimberproducts.com/contact/.
Product: AquaFir™ siding, trim and soffits throughout the development in four colors: charcoal, driftwood, and light brown all using douglas fir wood and circle sawn texture.
Product use: 1×6 shiplap siding with 1×6 tongue and groove soffits and 2×6 trim.
This high-density development used Montana Timber Products for siding, soffit and trim to create a unique community built with the warmth of natural wood siding. Using pre-finished materials gave the builder the ability to customize each home while eliminating the common challenges of painting on-site; including the scheduling challenges, weather, cost, odors and mess that can be a nuisance for nearby homeowners. Keeping the flow of work and being able to offer many colors allowed the homeowners flexibility in their product selection.
Montana Timber Products is the leading manufacturer of specialty pre-finished wood and reclaimed wood products. Our process allows us to customize each order to meet the customers design needs. We can work with large scale developments for custom homes, high density developments or single projects for residential or commercial builders. Our expertise can save you money, time and allow for consistency on each project. Customers enjoy mill direct pricing, quick delivery, exceptional quality, flexibility to customize colors and profiles. To get a quote or samples call 406-215-4961 or fill out the contact form at: https://www.montanatimberproducts.com/contact/
Where: Wyoming
Product: ranchwood™ in tackroom and AquaFir™ in light brown color, both are wired brushed texture in douglas fir.
Product used: 1×6 and 1×8 shiplap with a ¼” reveal and 1×8 square edge trim for exterior siding. 1×4 shiplap with a ¼” reveal was used on an interior accent wall.
Montana Timber Products is a specialty wood products manufacturer of rustic, modern and contemporary wood siding, interior accents, reclaimed wood, and barn wood alternatives. Our ranchwood™,AquaFir™,Artisan, Charwood™, and Corral Board product lines offer a full selection of exterior and interior wood materials. All the products can be used for residential and commercial application. Each product line is offered in two wood species, Douglas Fir and Cedar. Seal-Once offers high performance long lasting waterproofing seal that is environmentally friendly non-toxic protection. Selling direct to the customer and custom milling each order allows Montana Timber Products flexibility to create your project. Call 406-215-4961 for more information or fill out the contact form at: https://www.montanatimberproducts.com/contact/.
Where: Virginia
Product: AquaFir™ siding, trim, posts all in a custom color using a wire brushed texture on douglas fir wood.
Product Use: 1×12 square edge lap siding, 1×4, 1×6 and 1×8 trim, 1×10 fascia, 1×12 beam wrap and 2×4, 2×6, 2×12 for the gable trim.
This 79,000 square foot store required more than 17,000 board feet in a custom color to stay within the corporate guidelines specified by the architect. Montana Timber Products produced the pre-finished material in a consistent texture and color at our custom mill, where every project big or small is made to order. Lead times are the best in the industry.
This retail store used custom materials with Montana Timbers Products to create their signature look. The siding is sealed on all four sides with Seal-Once, an environmentally friendly water-based sealant. Commercial and residential customers benefit from mill direct pricing, great lead time, on site delivery, exceptional quality, and the flexibility to customize colors. To get started on your project call 406-215-4961 or fill out the contact form at: https://www.montanatimberproducts.com/contact/
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