What kind of gasketing materials is used by True North Log Homes?
True North uses a ultra-violet light (U.V.) resistant asphalt impregnated foam gasket material in the tongue and groove and in the corner pads. This material is superior to the typical white or gray foam gasket used by other log homebuilders for three reasons. 1) The True North asphalt impregnated foam gasket has memory capability. When the foam is collapsed, it will return to its original size. 2) When compressed 50%, our gasket becomes waterproof, and will not absorb any moisture from the log. Our patented groove which each piece sits into is cut to a depth that allows only 50% compression. 3) Our gasket is not subject to U.V. deterioration, whereas the white and gray foam gaskets dissolve over time, similar to a Styrofoam cup, because ultraviolet light will penetrate the log.
