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Crafting a Luxury Estate with an Expansive ranchwood™ Western Timber Package

Posted on: June 17, 2026

Crafting a Luxury Estate with an Expansive ranchwood™ Western Timber Package

The Grand Entrance Featuring ranchwood™ Western Siding and Heavy Framing

Building a legacy mountain home requires more than just premium materials; it requires a unified architectural vision. Take a look inside this breathtaking luxury estate, featuring a massive, multi-phase ranchwood™ Western timber package that seamlessly connects the rugged exterior to the refined interior spaces.

The homeowner worked directly with their Montana Timber Products representative to curate a highly customized wood package that perfectly balances modern architectural lines with rugged, organic tradition. By utilizing this custom Douglas Fir across the exterior cladding, structural timbers, and interior accents, this custom build blurs the line between indoor luxury and outdoor majesty.

PROJECT DETAILS

Project Type: Custom Residential Mountain Estate

Architectural Style: Contemporary Mountain / Mountain-Modern

PRODUCTS & APPLICATIONS

  • Product Line: ranchwood™
  • Color: Western
  • Species: Douglas Fir
  • Lumber Grades: Douglas Fir #2 & Btr (Cladding & Trim), Douglas Fir #1 FOHC (Timbers)

Due to the immense scale of this project, materials were supplied across multiple phases, encompassing tens of thousands of board feet of custom Douglas Fir.

Key Applications & Dimensions Summary

ApplicationDimensionsProfileTexture
EXTERIOR CLADDING
Vertical Siding1″ × 8″ (Random Lengths)Ship LapWire Brushed
Soffit1″ × 6″ (Random Lengths)T&GWire Brushed
Fascia & Boston Fascia1″ × 4″, 1″ × 8″, & 1″ × 12″Sq. EdgeWire Brushed
Window/Door Trim & Mullions1″ × 4″, 1″ × 6″, & 1″ × 10″Sq. EdgeWire Brushed
Window Sills1.25″ × 4″ × 14′Sq. EdgeWire Brushed
Garage Door Jambs2″ × 12″ × 10′Sq. EdgeWire Brushed
STRUCTURAL TIMBERS & DECKING
Roof Decking2″ × 6″ (Random Lengths)T&GWire Brushed
Portico Purlins & Beams10″ × 18″ (Up to 24′ lengths)Sq. EdgeWire Brushed
Exposed Rafters4″ × 6″ & 4″ × 8″Sq. EdgeWire Brushed
Gable & Ridge Posts10″ × 10″Sq. EdgeWire Brushed
INTERIOR ACCENTS
Interior Ceilings1″ × 6″ (Random Lengths)WP4Wire Brused
Great Room Show Beams10″ × 24″ × 40′Sq. EdgeBand Sawn
Great Room Beams10″ × 8″ × 16′Sq. EdgeWire Brushed
Den Beams8″ × 12″ × 28′Sq. EdgeWire Brushed
Master Bedroom Beams8″ × 12″ × 18′ & 6″ × 6″ × 14′Sq. EdgeWire Brushed

DESIGN HIGHLIGHTS

Grounding the Design: Stone Masonry Wainscoting

Close-up of natural stone masonry wainscoting providing a protective dry separation for the ranchwood Western natural wood vertical siding on a custom mountain home. natural stone wainscoting.

A critical element of this timber package is the strategic use of natural stone wainscoting. While it provides a beautiful visual anchor, its primary role is highly functional. Wrapping the lower exterior walls creates a vital dry separation. This heavy stone base lifts the custom Douglas Fir siding safely above the grade. It actively protects the wood from ground moisture, heavy snowpack, and rain splashback. Combining this protective masonry base with our factory-applied Seal-Once waterproofer ensures the wood will perform assuredly for years. Aesthetically, the cool tones of the stone also ground the massive structure. This smart design contrast makes the warm, linear grain of the prefinished ranchwood™ Western siding truly pop.

Massive Exterior Scale & Cohesion

Exterior view of a luxury three-car garage featuring vertical ranchwood Western Douglas Fir shiplap siding and traditional stone masonry.

The exterior of this custom estate is a masterclass in mountain-modern architecture. The facade features over 17,000 board feet of exterior finishes, anchored by more than 8,300 board feet of vertical 1″x8″ Douglas Fir shiplap siding. This wide-plank exterior profile was beautifully complemented by 4,514 board feet of wire-brushed 1″x6″ tongue-and-groove soffit, ensuring a seamless, high-end look from the exterior walls up through the dramatic rooflines.

Grand Structural Elements

Close-up of massive structural 10x18 Douglas Fir timber beams finished in ranchwood Western on a covered luxury patio.

To create a truly grand entrance and striking outdoor living spaces, incredibly heavy structural timbers were utilized for the front entry and rear porticos. The design team specified massive 10″x18″ wire-brushed Douglas Fir beams and purlins—spanning up to 24 feet in length—to perfectly frame the home’s architecture. They were supported by beautiful 4″x8″ exposed rafters. Additionally, over 5,600 board feet of thick 2″x6″ structural Douglas Fir T&G decking was integrated into the build, providing both structural integrity and a stunning visual ceiling from below.

Bringing the Timber Indoors

Vaulted interior ceiling of a luxury Great Room wrapped in ranchwood Western Douglas Fir featuring an elegant branch chandelier.

A hallmark of great mountain architecture is carrying the exterior warmth directly into the living spaces. The homeowner achieved this by wrapping the interior ceilings in over 2,700 board feet of 1″x6″ Douglas Fir with a WP4 profile.

Custom heavy timber beams were also specified throughout the home’s key interior spaces. While rooms like the Den utilized impressive 8″x12″ beams reaching up to 28 feet long, the primary Great Room took the scale a step further. The order called for show-stopping 10″x24″ Douglas Fir beams spanning a remarkable 40 feet. These massive timbers feature a Band Sawn texture—rather than the standard wire-brushed finish used elsewhere—adding an extra layer of rustic, architectural contrast to the main gathering space.

Prefinished for the Mountain Climate

Building in extreme climates with fluctuating temperatures and heavy snow loads requires durable, high-performance materials. All dimensional siding and trim for this project was kiln-dried to a moisture content of 15% or less, while the heavy timbers were dried to under 19%.

Before arriving at the job site, every board with a textured face was factory-finished with two face coats and one back coat of Seal-Once, our non-toxic, low-VOC waterproofer.. This guaranteed that the custom wood package was protected from the harsh elements from the moment it was delivered, saving the installation team countless hours of on-site finishing and ensuring long-lasting performance.

THE RESULT

A Masterclass in Contemporary Mountain Architecture

Coordinating a custom lumber package of this magnitude requires incredible precision and communication. By working directly with Montana Timber Products to utilize prefinished ranchwood™ Douglas Fir across the home’s framing, wide-plank exterior cladding, and massive interior accents, the homeowner successfully brought their architectural vision to life. This property stands as a prime example of how traditional organic materials can be elevated to meet the exacting standards of contemporary luxury design.

The grand entrance of a luxury contemporary mountain estate featuring custom ranchwood Western Douglas Fir siding and heavy timber framing.
Close-up of massive structural 10x18 Douglas Fir timber beams finished in ranchwood Western on a covered luxury patio.
Exterior view of a luxury three-car garage featuring vertical ranchwood Western Douglas Fir shiplap siding and traditional stone masonry.
Vaulted interior ceiling of a luxury Great Room wrapped in ranchwood Western Douglas Fir featuring an elegant branch chandelier.
The grand entrance of a luxury contemporary mountain estate featuring custom ranchwood Western Douglas Fir siding and heavy timber framing.
Close-up of massive structural 10x18 Douglas Fir timber beams finished in ranchwood Western on a covered luxury patio.
Exterior view of a luxury three-car garage featuring vertical ranchwood Western Douglas Fir shiplap siding and traditional stone masonry.
Vaulted interior ceiling of a luxury Great Room wrapped in ranchwood Western Douglas Fir featuring an elegant branch chandelier.
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Craftsman-Style Home with Circle Sawn Cedar

Posted on: September 23, 2024

Craftsman-Style Home with Circle Sawn Cedar

Embracing Rustic Texture with Midwest Design

PROJECT DETAILS

Location
Iowa

Project Type
Residence

Applications + Products

  • Horizontal Siding: ranchwood™ | Tackroom | Circle Sawn | 1×8” | Shiplap
  • Board and Batten Siding: AquaFir™ | Battleship | Circle Sawn | 1×8” + 1×3” | Square Edge
  • Fascia: AquaFir™ | Light Brown | Circle Sawn | 1×10” | Square Edge
  • Trim: AquaFir™ | Light Brown | Circle Sawn | 1×6” | Square Edge
  • Soffit + Ceiling: AquaFir™ | Brown | Circle Sawn | 1×6” | T&G | STK Cedar

Species + Grade

  • Western Red Cedar | Select Tight Knot

THE VISION

The homeowners wanted to create a rustic Craftsman-style home that embraced natural wood materials with a focus on the authentic character of circle-sawn wood.

THE SOLUTION

To capture the essence of the Craftsman style, Western Red Cedar with a circle-sawn texture was used throughout. Horizontal ranchwood™ Tackroom shiplap was combined with vertical AquaFir™ Battleship board and batten, creating the hallmark mix of textures and profiles typical of the Craftsman aesthetic. Circle-sawn cedar was featured in the fascia, trim, and ceilings, maintaining the rustic texture central to the design.

Design Considerations

  • Craftsman Design Elements: The combination of horizontal and vertical cedar siding, along with exposed cedar trim and fascia, reflected the classic Craftsman emphasis on authentic natural materials.
  • Western Red Cedar: STK Cedar was chosen for its durability in Iowa’s climate and its ability to complement the rustic, handcrafted design while offering long-lasting performance.
  • Circle-Sawn Texture: The consistent use of circle-sawn cedar throughout the home emphasized the rustic craftsmanship, enhancing both the home’s warmth and architectural details.

From the rugged West to the heart of the Midwest, we have solutions to bring your design to life!

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The Barn: Timeless Craftsmanship with ranchwood™ Artisan

Posted on: February 6, 2024

The Barn: Timeless Craftsmanship with ranchwood™ Artisan

An Interior Space Designed with Distinctive and Enduring Quality

PROJECT DETAILS

Location
Utah

Project Type
Hospitality & Resort

Applications
Interior Cladding: 1×6” | Shiplap | Douglas Fir (Knotty) | Kiln-Dried > 15% MC

Product
ranchwood™ Artisan | Ash | Raked

THE VISION

The Barn project in Park City, Utah emerges as a haven for recreation, relaxation, and wellness. Imbued with a classic Western-style barn house aesthetic, the project not only seeks to entertain but also to provide a sanctuary for rejuvenation.

THE SOLUTION

Comprising two key structures, The Barn’s first building boasts diverse amenities – a pizzeria, ice cream shop, general store, sports court, game room, and arts & crafts studio, catering to both the young and the young at heart. The second structure acts as a restorative retreat, featuring a fully-equipped fitness center, juice bar, spa with an extensive treatment menu, and a serene zen pool lounge.

ranchwood™ Artisan Integration

The interior cladding, specifically 1”x6” Shiplap Douglas Fir, takes the form of ranchwood™ Artisan in Ash color with Raked texture. This deliberate choice not only aligns with Victory Ranch’s vision of a Western barn house but also contributes to crafting a warm, inviting ambiance for their guests.

TECHNICAL HIGHLIGHT

The selection of ranchwood™ Artisan is not merely an aesthetic choice but a technical one. The precision in custom milling and multi-step prefinishing reflects a commitment to quality and durability, ensuring the interior not only embodies the desired Western charm but also stands the test of time.

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HARMONIZING MODERN AND RUSTIC AESTHETICS IN IDAHO

Posted on: September 8, 2023

HARMONIZING MODERN AND RUSTIC AESTHETICS IN IDAHO

Sun Valley Custom Home Crafted with Pre-Finished Natural Wood

PROJECT DETAILS

Location
Idaho

Project Type
Custom Home

Applications

Siding: 1×6 | Shiplap
Garage Cladding: 1×6 | Shiplap

Product

ranchwood™ Artisan | Homestead | Raked | Douglas Fir

THE VISION

Nestled in the Smoky Mountains of Idaho, this custom home project was driven by a desire for seamless integration with its majestic natural surroundings. The homeowners sought a residence that exuded sturdy curb appeal, in harmony with the mountainous landscape. Every detail of the construction was meticulously planned, aiming to create a sense of personalization and belonging for its occupants.

THE SOLUTION

The homeowner’s thoughtfully selected ranchwood Artisan™ Homestead. This choice allowed them to capture the timeless beauty of natural wood, evoking the appearance of weathered elegance while ensuring the structural integrity expected of a new construction. The result is a custom-built mountain modern home that gracefully marries modern and rustic aesthetics, featuring a beautifully pre-finished exterior cladding that perfectly complements its scenic surroundings.

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Minnesota Home Transformed with Ranchwood™

Posted on: March 14, 2023

Minnesota Home Transformed with Ranchwood™

From Common Facade to Rustic Showstopper

Project Details

Location
Minnesota

Project Type
Private Residence

Applications
Vertical Siding: 1×6″ and 1×8″ | Shiplap with ⅛” reveal
Horizontal Siding: 2×10″ | Wire Brushed

Product
ranchwood™ | Western + Tackroom + Yellowstone | Douglas Fir

The Vision

The owner of this Minnesota home wanted to transform a common engineered façade into a character-rich rancher home.

The Solution

This project utilized a variety of our mill capabilities with ranging textures, profiles, dimensions, and finish colorations. The vertical siding was both 1×6 and 1×8 boards milled in a shiplap profile with a 1/8” reveal and circle sawn texture. For the horizontal siding, they selected 2×12 boards in Pioneer texture.

This home had porch columns in place, so rather than replace them, we provided specified dimensioned materials to enable the fabrication of wood post wraps.

Vertical siding was used in the gables and was finished with a combination of tackroom and western colors.

Note: The 2×12 siding in Pioneer texture utilized chinking between the boards for a natural log appearance.  We can mill many variations of this look to meet your design scope without needing to build with full logs.  

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PIONEER DREAM IN BRITISH COLUMBIA

Posted on: January 26, 2023

PIONEER DREAM IN BRITISH COLUMBIA

Deftly distressed wood cladding

Project Details

Location
British Columbia

Project Type
Residence

Applications
Siding: 1×10 and 1×8 board and batten
Fascia: 2×12 square edge boards
Window Trim: 2×4 square edge material

Product
ranchwood™ Artisan | Dusk | Pioneer texture | Douglas Fir

THE VISION

The stunning beauty of the Kootenay Rockies in British Columbia inspired the vision for a masterfully crafted residence that speaks to generations past. The intention was a harmony of new building materials with a look and texture of old world building methods.

THE SOLUTION

The client wanted the look of older hand textured wood with all of the benefits of using a new wood substrate. Our ranchwood™ Artisan was the perfect solution. For this house, the client selected our prefinished Dusk color and pioneer texture.

Our Pioneer texture is a heavily stressed hand hewn look with random cuts and adze markings.

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ranchwood™ Creates a Custom Exterior

Posted on: April 2, 2021

ranchwood™ Creates a Custom Exterior

Where:  Idaho
Products:  ranchwood™ in prairie color with smooth texture using douglas fir wood.
Product Use:  1×8 horizontal shiplap

Siding material for a commercial structure must have functionality and fit into the area.  Selecting the type of siding will have many factors to consider;  where the building located, what is around the building now or in the future, and budget.  Balancing the desired look to the budget can be done with Montana Timber Products.  Offering five product lines in different price ranges and various wood species. Mixing wood siding with other siding mediums allows for a unique combination of textures, colors, and helps to balance the budget.  This can also be helpful to blend with surrounding buildings, while still creating a unique look.

Product specifications:
Montana Timber Products offers four product lines in douglas fir or cedar. Corral board is authentic reclaimed wood for the 5th product line.   Material is available in 4″, 6”, 8”, 10” and 12″ wide boards in random or exact lengths ranging from 4ft to 16ft long.  Select from 6 profiles: shiplap, shiplap with ¼ or 1/8” reveal, square edge, square edge lap, tongue and groove, and channel rustic.  Textures for AquaFir™ and ranchwood™ are smooth, wire brushed, circle sawn, hand hewn, and pioneer.  ranchwood™ Artisan is offered in ONE texture (raked). Charwood™ makes its own texture from the burning.  Thickness offered is 1″,5/4 (cedar only), and 2″ nominal sizing. Timbers, posts, and beams are offered in 3”,4” etc in lengths up to 38’.  All the materials are stained, textured, and profiled to each projects specification and sealed on all 4 sides with our seal-once sealant.

Montana Timber Products is a 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.  Offering multiple product lines in two wood species in various grades, makes it easy to find what fits each project’s needs. Each product line can be used for:  siding, trim, soffit and fascia, interior accents, timbers, fabricated trusses, decking, fencing, and glulam beams.

Customers enjoy mill direct pricing, exceptional quality, flexibility with colors and profiles. To get a quote or more information call 406-215-4961 or fill out the contact form:  https://www.montanatimberproducts.com/contact/

 

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Board and Batten Siding

Posted on: December 11, 2020

Board and Batten Siding

Where:  Arizona
Products:  ranchwood™  in western color with wire brush texture in douglas fir.
Product use: 1×4, 1×6, 1×8 trim and fascia, 1×3 battens with 1×10 boards

Board and batten siding creates a weathertight siding choice.  The unique look of the doug fir board and batten profile offers a visually appealing and versatile style of siding.  The vertical installation creates character and shadow lines.  Board and batten siding can be used in a modern or rustic application, keep texture and design in mind to change the aesthetic.   Montana Timber Products offers boards in 3”, 4”, 6”, 8”, 10” and 12” widths to create unique looks with board and batten or board on board installation.   Also offered are circle sawn, wire brush, smooth, and raked textures, all to help design your dream project.

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 in various grades of each wood species ranging from #2 or better and select tight knot to clear vertical and mixed grain material.  Seal-Once offers high-performance long-lasting waterproofing seal that is environmentally friendly non-toxic protection.  Finishing the boards and sealing them in a controlled environment allows for fast efficient installation when materials are delivered to the job site.   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/.

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ranchwood™ siding complimented with AquaFir™ accents

Posted on: September 18, 2020

ranchwood™ siding complimented with AquaFir™ accents

Where:  Utah
Products:  ranchwood™ product line for siding in three colors: eastern, prairie, tackroom  with trim in tackroom in douglas fir and wire brushed texture.  AquaFir™ product is used for soffits, the gabled front entry and extended gabled roof patio covers all in light brown using douglas fir wood and wire brushed texture.
Product Use:  1×8 shiplap using ranchwood™ colors: eastern, prairie, tackroom, 1×6, 2×12, 2×6, 2×4 trim and accents in tackroom, 1×6 tongue and groove soffit, gabled front entry and extended gabled roof patio covers in light brown.

At Montana Timber Products, we work hard to manufacture material that meets your needs and your creative inspirations.  Every project is made to order because every product is uniquely crafted for you.  Selecting a unique look for your home can be easy. Order samples today and let one of our representatives help you get started.  When using a custom pre-finished mill for interior or exterior materials you ensure a high quality, consistent and ready to install product.

Removing the on-site staining, sealing and clean up, saves money, time, and the environment.   A pre-finished product that is sealed on all sides, protects the wood from the elements.  Montana Timber Products semitransparent stain contains enough pigment to change the woods color to meet your design needs, but not enough to obscure the grain.  Site finished products are subject to the weather conditions and timing from installation.  Once installed matching weather to a paint crews schedule requires more time.  Which can leave your materials unprotected for extended periods of time.  Allowing wood to get wet and not dry out before staining and sealing it, is what causes the stain to not bond well.  Site finished wood, requires days of good weather to prepare for the stain, it should be cleaned and dry for 24-48 hours.  Once stain is applied it requires drying time, most stains require 10-12 hours of dry time.  The perfect forecast for 2-3 days all while arranging paint contractors and their schedules can be tricky.  A pre-finished, ready to install custom made product eliminates those headaches and improves the quality of the finished product.

Montana Timber Products is a 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.  The extensive line of products include: siding, trim, soffit and fascia, interior accents, timbers, fabricated trusses, decking, fencing, and glulam beams.  Customers enjoy mill direct pricing, quick delivery, exceptional quality, flexibility to customize colors and profiles. Getting started is easy, call for information to find out which product line fits your project and budget.  Order free samples by calling or filling out the online form, we provide real wood samples, all to help you make your selection.   To get a quote or more information call 406-215-4961 or fill out the contact form at:  https://www.montanatimberproducts.com/contact/

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ranchwood™ Eastern Siding, Trim, Soffit, and Fascia

Posted on: August 19, 2017

ranchwood™ Eastern Siding, Trim, Soffit, and Fascia

Where: Truckee, California

What: Private Residence

Product: Montana Timber Products ranchwood™ Eastern siding, soffit, and trim pre-finished and ready to install.

 Product Use: This beautiful home is dressed with  rustic ranchwood™ Eastern siding in both vertical and horizontal applications. Two inch thick trim highlights the doors, windows and fascia.

The use of 2″ fascia helps this large home with balance while adding to the rustic feel of the home. ranchwood™ Eastern can also be found in the soffit and porch cover with a tongue and groove profile.

Montana Timber Products ranchwood™ is pre-finished and comes ready to install. Truckee has extreme weather variation and can be a challenge for wood protection. This is where Seal-Once shines. Seal-Once is an eco-friendly water based wood sealant with NO VOCs.