1.   How do I care for my carving?

We give our customers a care card explaining proper care of the carving.  We put a penetrating oil and polyurethane on all of our carvings.  If carving is going outdoors it is best to keep it in a shady area, undercover like a porch or covered deck.  The direct sunlight tends to dry the wood too fast which can cause excessive cracking.  It is best to allow the carving to dry slowly.   Carvings should be kept off the ground and placed on furniture feet or small rocks, etc to help circulate air underneath.  Once a year treatment with polyurethane is best to freshen your carving.  We suggest washing the carving first to remove dirt or grime, and sand lightly with 150 grit paper to give the new finish a surface to adhere to. 
If carving is indoors just a dusting with furniture polish and/or vacuuming is all that is necessary.  Do keep away from  radiant heat sources such as fireplaces or baseboards to avoid drying too quickly.

2.   Will my carving crack or break in half?

Small checks/cracks in the wood is a normal process as the wood dries giving it a unique character.  Wood is a bi-product of a living entity, and even though we do as much as we can to prevent checking, nothing can prevent all cracks.  Your carving is sealed to help prevent major cracks and we also put a saw cut down the back to help with the major expansion as the wood dries.  The saw cut helps prevent any major cracking in the front of the carving.  Following instructions as above will help keep the carving looking its best.  Most people who buy chainsaw art understand wood and appreciate the uniqueness compared to products made with plastic or resin and out of a mold.

Take care of the wood product and it will stay in great shape.  If you neglect it for years by leaving it out in extreme weather changes, letting it sit in standing water or moist area, and not treating it could cause some major cracking and rotting but we've never seen one crack in half!

3.     What kind of wood do you use?

We use a variety of wood depending on availability.  We tend to use a lot of Douglas fir, oak, white pine, ponderosa pine, black walnut, cherry, spruce, and cedar.  We use only dead trees which have usually dried for at least six months.

4.    How much do the carvings cost?

It is best to contact us about what carving you are interested in.   Most of our carvings on the website have been sold so when you contact us we can talk about size and what wood is available as well as shipping costs to your area.

5.   How do I pay?

We have a secure website and you can pay either with a charge card transaction on our Contact Us Page,  pay by personal check, or if you prefer, call us at our number above with your charge card information.

6.   How long will it take to receive my carving?

You can expect your carving within four to six weeks.

7.   What is your guarantee?

We have never had to take back a carving so our guarantee is that you will love it!!  If you are not happy with your carving when you receive it, send it back within 30 days and we will refund your money.