I do not recommend using strippers, but if you do make sure that you neutralize properly after use or the new stain will not adhere. I would go with something different than the Wood Guard this time. Get a good quality latex log home stain like Life Line or Capture.
Life Line. Call 800-564-2987 for more help and to purchase.
Even the best stain and clear coat will require some maintenance every 3 years on a west exposure. I would recommend Life Line Ultra 2 ”Natural” with the gloss Advanced Topcoat
Depends on how old it is and what kind of stain. If it is an oil based stain try rubbing with mineral spirits. If it is latex try good old soap and water. Both require a lot of elbow grease! If that doesn’t work try Goo Gone. Last resort would… Read More »Archive-4606
Cedar
Yellow pine or Cypress log home
You should Osborne brush them to clean then apply one coat of Perma Chink Prelude primer then two coats of Perma Chink Interior Acyrilic Satin or Gloss
First I would say get a different stain. Second, you will have to paint the chink lines when you are finished. Perma /chink makes a chink paint. Use a very short bristled brush.
Covering them with taping materials purchased at any paint store.
Allow to dry. Not sure what they mean buy ”wet”. Are they freshly harvested? if so you need to wait 6 to 12 months before staining or you will end up with resin bleed for years!