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Yes you can stain right over it as long as you use the same stain that is on it now. Give it a light wash then apply after it dries. Call Dave at 800-564-2987 for more help and the supplies you will need.

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If you know what kind of stain is on it you could get by with a thorough cleaning and fresh application. If there is a lot of black growing under the stain then it should be stripped completely. Also, DO NOT power wash it. Apply a Log Wash mixture on… Read More »Archive-4802

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If it is warping like that it probably isn’t attached properly. I would also say that those pieces need to be replaced. It sounds like it needs to be corn cob blasted to strip old finish off and start over again. Log siding is going to require some maintenance every… Read More »Archive-4804

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Not sure. If you are not going to put a finish on it you could try bleaching the heck out of it.

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You can, but I would recommend using a latex product. Perma Chink makes interior stain and clear coat that will give you the same effect. Call 800-564-2987 to purchase most any kind of interior stain for log homes.

Archive-4810

Yes you can. I would recommend brushing it. Plan on it not being unlivable for a few days until it dries and the smell goes away.

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Woodguard is a thin stain when applied and does soak into the wood fiber, but since you sanded it first I can’t imagine that it went in too far. Woodguard breaks down fairly fast so it should be able to be removed easily. I would recommend corn cob or glass… Read More »Archive-4812

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My favorite is Sequoia. Has a nice rice look and really brings out the wood grain.

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Take the plastic off and just cover them on top. Make sure that air can flow through them until good and dry. 15-18% would be best. You can get a moisture meter from Home Depot or the like for about $25. Do not stain them until they have dried completely… Read More »Archive-4816

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This is too hard to just say without more info. Call Mike at 866-670-3020 to get help.

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