Wooden carving guides

Straight answers to the questions we get asked most, from the people who carve them: where to put a carving, how to look after it, why wood cracks, and how it is all made.

Why do wooden garden carvings crack, and can you stop it?

Wooden carvings crack because the log keeps drying out after it has been carved.

Where should you put a wooden carving in the garden?

Put it outside in full shade, on a well-drained spot, away from direct sunlight and any heat source.

How do you look after a wooden garden carving?

Keep it outside in full shade on a well-drained spot, wipe it with a dry or slightly damp cloth when it needs cleaning, and treat it with wood preservative in the years after you buy it.

What wood are chainsaw carvings made from?

Our chainsaw carvings are made from locally sourced cedar.

How is a chainsaw carving made?

A chainsaw carving starts as a single block of cedar.

How much does a chainsaw carving cost?

Our carvings currently range from £195 to £545.