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You should apply a fresh coat of whatever is on the exterior. The interior will be fine.

You should sand or corn cob blast first. It is up to you on what kind of finish you want to end up with. As for the addition, you should either blast or sand it also, but do the same as you do to the old logs or it will… Read More »Archive-5622

Try either Log Wash or S-100 from Perma Chink. Call 800-564-2987 to have it shipped.

First, borate can only be applied to bare wood, so forget that altogether unless you are going to strip it. Wash with Log Wash from Perma Chink first. I do not think the brightener will do much, but you can experiment. Apply the fresh Sashco as soon as possible so… Read More »Archive-5626

DO NOT use linseed oil. It will cause black mold to grow on the wood. You will never be able to keep the ”natural ” look with just a clear finish. It will not block the UV and will break down fast. You will need to put the lightest stain… Read More »Archive-5628

do not use poly ever on a log home. For the interior use an acrylic clear, for the exterior use a good latex stain and clear coat. Perma chink products are the best in my opinion.

Chink after you stain.

Use the Conceal.

Sand blasting can remove the paint from your drip edge, etch glass, cut wires and be dangerous to breathe. Corn cob is none of the above.

Did you clean the logs before staining? It could be dark for severel resaons. Not a big fan of Sikkens.