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The Science of Wood Stain: How It Actually Protects Your Logs
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Acrylic latex log stain
How wood stain works
Oil vs Water based stain
Stain vs Paint for logs
| Jim McCain
Most homeowners think of wood stain as "paint for logs." They choose a color they like, brush it on, and hope for the best.
But if you own a log home, stain is not just a cosmetic choice. It is the...
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Why Is Chinking Important? (The "Gasket" of Your Log Home)
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Albion bulk gun
Chinking vs Caulking
Log Home Chinking
Triple stretch chinking
| Jim McCain
If you look at a log home, your eyes are drawn to the massive timbers. But the logs aren't what keep you warm at night.
The real hero of energy efficiency is the white (or tan) strip running betwee...
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The Best Wood Species for Log Homes (Ranked & Reviewed)
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Best wood for log homes
Cedar vs Pine
Log home maintenance
Spruce log homes
| Jim McCain
Choosing the wood species for your log home is the single most expensive decision you will make. It dictates your budget, your insulation value (R-value), and—most importantly—your maintenance sche...
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How to Protect Your Log Home from Insects (Carpenter Bees & Termites)
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Carpenter Bee Prevention
Log Home Insect Control
NBS 30 vs Bug Juice
Termite Protection
| Jim McCain
For log home owners, the biggest threat to your investment isn't fire or flood—it is wood-boring insects.
Carpenter bees, termites, and powder post beetles can cause catastrophic structural damage ...
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7 Rustic DIY Projects for Leftover Logs (And How to Protect Them)
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Targets Bucket D (DIY/Decor) while selling Bucket B
| Jim McCain
If you have recently finished a build or a major renovation, you are likely staring at a pile of leftover logs in your yard. It feels wasteful to burn them, but they are taking up valuable space.
L...
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WEATHERALL’S SPRING MAINTENANCE
Stain Inspection
“Where do I start?” We hear this question a lot. A simple way to begin your spring maintenance is to check the condition of your finish by using the water bead test. Use a spray...
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How to Stain Your Log Home: 4 Easy Steps
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Log Home Stains
| Weatherall Company, Inc.
Don’t forget to check the weather!
VIDEO: How to Chink a Round Log
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Log Home Chinking
| Jim McCain
Chinking is a critical aspect of maintaining your log home. Knowing the right technique for chinking between round logs will save you time and money on your next chinking job.
Watch the video belo...
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Video: How to Repair Chinking on Your Log Home
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Log Home Stains
| Weatherall Company, Inc.
Learn how to effectively repair your chinking when it separates from the logs in your log cabin.
How to Choose the Right Stain for Your Log Home: 5 Factors to Consider
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Log Home Stains
| Weatherall Company, Inc.
Here are five factors that will help you confidently choose the right type of stain for your log home cabin so you can get the look and durability you want.
How to Measure the Moisture Content of Your Wood
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Log Homes
| Weatherall Company, Inc.
Cleaning the logs of your cabin is always the first step before staining, treating or chinking your log cabin. Once the logs are clean, measuring the moisture content of the wood is the next important step before you apply your stain or treatment.
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