Do all logs check (crack)?
Yes. Cracks(or checks) are a natural part of all logs. All logs have them, even if they are only hairline cracks. The next time you see a log house, or some log furniture, check it out. You will see random cracks in every log. They are usually not noticed because they are just a normal part of the log. The cracks do not weaken the structural integrity of the logs, and they will not fall apart. Logs from certain trees tend to crack more than others. There are also many different variables and factors that influence the cracking in a log, such as what time of year the log was cut, how it was dried, and the climate, just to name a few.
