My wife and I purchased a 6” thick 8” tall D log home that was stained 5-7 years ago in upstate NY on the VT border. There is what I assume to be black mold where water splashes back from the porch under the 9/12 pitch roof. Also, I believe there is UV damage on the east facing wall with graying and stain peeling. Also, spaces between the butts of some of the logs (sometimes almost 1/4 inch). Checking has started inside and out; is this normal?
It is for a log home that has not had maintenance for 5 to 7 years. Any good log home stain requires maintenance every 3 to 4 years and the poor stains even more. Sounds like it needs to be media blasted, borate treated, caulked and stained. Call Mike for help and quotes at 866-670-3020 if you are looking for help.