There is not much you can do to remove water stains from old dry wood like this. You could sand it, but you will loose the effect of the gray wood, plus more than likely you will not be able to removethem anyway. Perma Chink makes a couple of gray… Read More »Archive-7042
It would be best to cover the logs in the shower portion.
Sounds like it needs to be have the chinking or caulk redone on the exterior if it has ever been done at all.
Poor chinking job I would say is causinf the leaks. The splitting is normal and nothing to worry about. You can fill them on the interior, but never fill them outside.
Not normally. Most log home finishes need to have a light washing to remove the dust and dirt and then have a fresh clear coat applied every 3 to 4 years. Some times the South or West sides need attention more often. I recommend budgeting $1 per square foot of… Read More »Archive-7050
Probobly not, but hard to say without seeing it. Sounds like an ice back up under the shingles.
Painting will probably be the best. You could tear it all out and put drywall up.
You need to make sure that the moisture content is at least 15% or less before you seal it.
wood needs to by extra dry to make furniture. I would think peel, and let dry for a year. Do not cover with a tarp completely. It will need some air movement, but protection from rain.
You should either have the trees and stumps removed or have a building mover come in and pick it up, move it back some on a new foundation. If they know what they are doing they will be able to move building and chimney together.