The Cedar Log Ottoman is built to the same standard as every piece in the Contoured Comfort collection — 100% Northern White Cedar logs, mortise and tenon joinery, galvanized exterior hardware — scaled down to a compact footrest height that pairs directly with Cedar Log chairs. It's solid, stable underfoot, and designed to stay put on a deck or patio surface without sliding or tipping.
Outdoor furniture at this price often uses Chinese fir, a wood that looks clean at purchase but typically degrades within one to three years when exposed to moisture, UV, and temperature changes. Northern White Cedar contains natural oils that resist rot and insects without any chemical treatment. Lakeland Mills cedar ottomans routinely last ten to twenty years — a significant difference from the seasonal replacement cycle that fir furniture typically requires.
The Ottoman pairs naturally with the Cedar Log Arm Chair, Rocker, and Glider for a complete seating setup, and can also serve as additional seating around a table or fire pit. It ships from Edmore, Michigan, where Lakeland Mills has made cedar furniture since 1923. Finish options are available before shipment; contact us to discuss staining or sealing.
About Cedar Log Construction
Every piece in the Cedar Log Contoured Comfort collection is built from 100% Northern White Cedar harvested from Michigan and the surrounding Great Lakes region. Northern White Cedar is one of the few wood species with natural rot and insect resistance built into the wood itself, the result of oils present throughout the grain. That means no chemical pressure treatment is needed, and the wood performs outdoors from the first season. Cedar log furniture from Lakeland Mills is manufactured in Edmore, Michigan using the same mortise and tenon joinery and galvanized exterior hardware the company has relied on since 1923.
A Note on Log Checking
Log checking — the small splits or cracks that appear along the length of a cedar log — is a natural characteristic of solid log construction, not a defect. As logs dry and adjust to outdoor conditions, the outer layers contract faster than the core, producing surface checks. This process does not affect structural integrity or load capacity. Learn more about log checking in our resource articles:
Dimensions & Style
The Cedar Log Ottoman stands approximately 16 inches tall with a seat surface suited to complement the standard Cedar Log chair seat height. Compact footprint for versatile placement on decks, patios, and porches. Compatible with all Cedar Log Contoured Comfort chairs.
Shipping & Returns
Ships via UPS Ground. Most orders arrive within 1 to 3 business days of shipment. Free shipping on outdoor furniture over $149 within the contiguous 48 states. To check on a shipment or ask about your order, call 989-427-5133. Returns accepted within 30 days of delivery — contact us before returning to receive return instructions and a return authorization.
FAQ
- Does this ottoman require assembly? Minimal assembly required. Final assembly takes approximately 30 minutes with basic hand tools.
- Can I stain or seal the cedar? Yes. Cedar accepts sealant, stain, and paint well. If left untreated, the wood naturally weathers to a silver-grey over time.
- What is log checking? Log checking refers to small surface splits that naturally occur as cedar dries. It is a normal characteristic of solid log construction and does not affect structural integrity.
- How long will this ottoman last? Northern White Cedar ottomans from Lakeland Mills typically last 10 to 20 years with basic care — significantly longer than ottomans made from Chinese fir, which typically degrade within 1 to 3 years.
Manufacturer
Lakeland Mills has been manufacturing cedar log furniture in Edmore, Michigan since 1923. All Cedar Log Contoured Comfort products are made in the USA from 100% Northern White Cedar. For product questions, custom requests, or finish options, call 989-427-5133.
1-Year Limited Warranty
Cedar Log Contoured Comfort products are covered by a 1-year limited warranty against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship. This warranty covers structural failures and defects present at time of manufacture. It does not cover normal weathering, surface checking, or damage from misuse, modification, or exposure to conditions beyond normal outdoor use. To make a warranty claim or ask a warranty question, contact Lakeland Mills at 989-427-5133.
