If you are talking about filling the checks (cracks) in the logs stop now and remove what is there. New England Log Homes are very susceptible to rot due to their design. If you are thinking of caulking between the logs, then it depends on how rough the existing caulk… Read More »Archive-2392
I would consult a mold expert for this. Not sure if you close it up for the winter, but if you do, you should try to keep the temp at 50 or above.
Not sure. Call Ryan at 877-788-5647 or ryan@logrepair.com
Hard to say without seeing it, but it should be reparable for the most part. You may have to replace a few pieces of the siding if the will not straighten out.
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You should check your building codes, but I would put some 1/2” or 5/8” OSB up first and the attach the siding to it.
The only real difference in my opinion is that in the north there is such a big difference in temperature causing the logs to expand and contract a lot causing the chink or caulk to pull loose. Also, in the north when it rains it will stay overcast for several… Read More »Archive-2406
I would screw it with galvanized screws.
You should sand it with orbital sanders with 40 grit pads. You do not want to get it too smooth if you are going to use Sikkens. It will require a maintenance coat about every 4 years.
1. Correct, do not caulk the checks in the logs. 2. Yes, you should caulk at windows and doors. You should also caulk all butt joints where two log ends meet. 3. It is up to you on the chink lines where the tongue and groove meets, but I would… Read More »Archive-2412