Hand peeled logs are peeled by hand with a draw knife, removing the bark while leaving the log’s natural shape, taper, and surface character intact. This is the premium rustic look — you keep the organic feel of a real log, but with a clean, finished surface that shows the subtle tool marks and grain that machine processing erases. For many log-home and lodge projects, hand peeled is the look. We supply hand peeled logs across the Wasatch Front and statewide.
Hand peeled vs. machine peeled
A machine strips a log down to a uniform cylinder. Hand peeling follows the log — every natural swell, taper, and knot stays, and the draw knife leaves a faceted, hand-crafted surface. The result is warmer and more authentic, which is exactly why designers and log-home builders specify it.
Where hand peeled logs shine
- Interior and exterior railings
- Exposed posts and beams
- Staircases and log stair parts
- Mantels and entryway timbers
- Feature trusses and furniture
Anywhere the log is meant to be seen and admired, hand peeling earns its cost.
Species and sizes
Available in lodgepole pine, Engelmann spruce, and Douglas fir, in diameters from 6″ to 16″ and lengths up to 20′. Because we keep the natural taper, tell us how the log will be used and we’ll select pieces with the right shape and character for the job.
Why choose our hand peeled logs
Hand peeling is a craft, and 30-plus years in means our people know how to peel a log so the character comes through without over-working it. Every piece is hand-selected and hand-peeled, then delivered across the Wasatch Front and statewide.
Log railings are one of the most popular uses for hand peeled logs — see our log railings. Want a cleaner, uniform finish instead? Compare our milled and peeled logs.
Talk to us about your project: Call or text 435-222-7511 or request a quote.