Rotten logs at the bottom corners of windows and doors, on the corners of the house and on decks where rain splashes back on the lower logs. Most log homes that have not been maintained need to be stripped of the old finish (glass or corn cob blasted), repair any… Read More »Archive-3318
I don’t know any Olens. Sorry.
If in fact you have paint on it, it needs to be removed or the rot will continue. It will have to be media blasted and probably ground after to remove everything clean enough to stain. Only apply a good quality latex stain. If you want low maintenance use a… Read More »Archive-3322
Should be thick enough. There are lots of them out there like that. Check with your building codes.
Call 877-788-5647
We use Minwax stain for blending interior’s. The variation in color is from dust kitchen vapors and UV damage coming in the windows.
You could run fir stripping and file in with high R value foam board then nail or screw siding to strips. The ceiling I would recommend having a roofer look at for venting questions.
We recommend a light rinse of the dirt and pollen off from the logs each year. The finish should be clear coated or a fresh coat of stain every 3-5 years. Plan on $1.50 per sq ft of living space/per year for professional maintenance.
I would recommend having a roofer look at it. You may be able to stop leak and just let log siding dry out. If they are water stained you may be able to sand out. Depends on how long the leak as been going on.
Call Timeless Wood Care at 800-564-2987. They have the fasteners and chink that you need for this project.