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Log Creations - Rusinko
Construction
In the world of construction, there are many arenas to
choose from. Sometimes you choose a specialty, or sometimes it chooses you. For
Tom Rusinko, owner of Rusinko Construction and Precision Log Works
in South Lake Tahoe, he chose the trade, but it seems that his main specialty
chose him. A carpenter since the age of 16,Tom will be the first to tell you
that he has had the opportunity to work with and learn from many talented
craftsmen during his career. Over the course of the last 30+ years,
Tom has had the good fortune to be involved in the construction of many high-end
custom homes here in the Lake Tahoe basin. You may also have seen his work on
commercial projects such as Meyers Station or the remodel at the Crescent V
Center.
While doing these and many other like projects,Tom gained experience working
with logs. Recognizing logs not only as a construction material, but also an
artistic media, things began to take him in different direction from the basics.
While Tom says working with logs is not difficult, it can be challenging. Every
log has it’s own "character", and knowing what you can make out of which log
seems to be one of Tom’s specialties. For many years now,Tom has milled his own
logs, enabling him to do almost anything his clients’ desire.
While custom mantles and stairwell & railing combinations seem to be the most
common requests, a new trend toward using logs for millwork such as beams,
casings & baseboards is emerging.
While many homeowners like the look of logs, they don’t want to be overwhelmed
with them.
Adding the trim pieces and artistic log accessories can get a great & unique
look, while still allowing for the mixing and matching of other media. Believe
it or not, glass block and many types of more sophisticated tiles, marbles and
granites work well with the log trims. Gone are the days when the only other
stone used was "river rock". Another advantage to using log trims and
accessories comes in the basic construction of a home.
The total log home is a construction challenge when it comes to running the
electrical and plumbing necessities. By combining sheet rock walls, a great
stucco texture, and the log trims, homeowners will have a great rustic look with
the ease of accessibility for construction and any future repairs. So if you are
looking for that something special in your new home, or an idea to make a
remodel special, contact Rusinko Construction at 530-544-5443.Tom has the
creativity and talent to make your next project a well-constructed work of art.
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