Despite the fact that wood prices have eased in North America, Ireland still has to face record log prices.  In July, the price of high-grade logs in Ireland has doubled from 2017. The local building association said that the delay in the issuance of forest logging permits was the main reason for the increase in Irish timber prices and indirectly pushed up the purchase cost of home buyers.  According to major industry bodies in Ireland, shortages have led to a 75% increase in the cost of commonly used construction products, and a 15 ...