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10 Pro Tips: Sealing Those Tricky Spots Around Windows and Doors
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| Jim McCain
Windows and doors are the most dynamic areas of a log home. Because they represent a break in the solid log wall, they are the primary targets for air infiltration, water intrusion, and pest entry....
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The Ultimate Protection: Why Weatherall Triple Stretch Chinking is Non-Negotiable
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| Jim McCain
As we move into the heat of June, the focus for log home maintenance shifts from the broad strokes of staining to the critical details of sealing. If your logs are the skeleton of your home and the...
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Ask an Expert: Using the Weatherall Stain Color Chart to Achieve the Perfect Look
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| Jim McCain
The month of May is often the most exciting time for log home owners. The winter frost has cleared, and it is finally time to transform the exterior of your home. However, standing in front of a co...
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Stain Failure 101: 5 Ways to Spot a Bad Exterior Finish
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| Jim McCain
May is the traditional "starting gun" for log home restoration. The weather is stabilizing, and homeowners are heading outside to assess how their timber weathered the winter. However, for many, th...
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How Much Stain Do I Really Need? Understanding Coverage Rates
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| Jim McCain
The most common question we receive during the peak of May staining season is a practical one: "How many pails should I buy?" Ordering too little stain leads to mid-project delays and potential col...
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Your Step-by-Step Guide: How to Apply Weatherall UV Guard Like a Pro
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| Jim McCain
May has officially arrived, bringing with it the "Goldilocks" window for log home maintenance. The pollen counts are beginning to drop, the deep freezes of winter are a memory, and the extreme humi...
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How to Seal Up Those Pesky Tiny Log Gaps with Weatherall Caulking
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| Jim McCain
When people think of sealing a log home, they usually picture the wide, textured lines of chinking running between the log courses. However, the true test of a weather-tight home often lies in the ...
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The Big Question: Do I Chink or Stain My Log Home First?
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| Jim McCain
The architectural beauty of a log home is defined by the contrast between the warmth of the timber and the clean lines of the sealant. However, for a new owner or someone embarking on a full restor...
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5 Places Pests Are Waiting to Sneak In This Spring (Seal Them Up!)
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| Jim McCain
As the spring sun begins to warm your logs, it signals a biological "alarm clock" for wood-destroying organisms. While you are busy planning your garden, colonies of termites, carpenter ants, and p...
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Insect Insurance: The Quick Step-by-Step for Wood Borate Treatment
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| Jim McCain
When you look at your log home, you see a majestic structure of strength and beauty. However, to a subterranean termite, a powderpost beetle, or a carpenter ant, your home looks like a massive, mul...
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Should You Power Wash? What Every Log Home Owner Needs to Know
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| Jim McCain
The temptation is nearly universal. You see the grey, weathered patina on your logs or the buildup of pollen and soot from a long winter, and you reach for the power washer. It seems like the most ...
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