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Stan: The cedar is less susceptible to log rot.

Chris: You most likely are going to continue to see mold forming under the stain and eventually have it start pealing. As for the shower stall it would have to be removed and strip the logs behind it and refinish.

Nancy: There is not much you can do at this point short of striping it off and redoing it.

Exposed railing should be built using cedar. They might be time to replace? For products to stain call Timeless Woodcare at 800-564-2987

In the southern climate I find important to keep shade on the home to help hold the finish on the logs. The sun is very damaging to logs and finish. If the brances are touching the home these should be removed.

covered open air situation is best for drying. Applying a borate will also prevent mold. For products 800-564-2987

1) There is a product for rot preventative call 800-564-2987 ask for borate 2) After the logs become rotted there is nothing to fix except replace 3)Fill all cracks with the borate also 4)Call the number for other maintenance questions

Shelly: It may rough the wood up a bit. Also, it may cause some rust to form if you break off any of the wires in to the wood. Sanding would be your best option.

Yes it does work, some stain and chinking wont stick properly. Call 800-564-2987 for alternative products

There is not a one time application product without maintenance. Having the house somewhat shadded does help from the sun damage. Ive always stuck with permachinks products and followed the recomended maintenance, For products call 800-564-2987