You will have to attach a number to each log for reference. Take pictures once each log is numbered for further reference. At the new location reassemble the logs to there original location per the number. I do not know of anyone in the Maine location to recommend for help.
The cob blasting will not remove the caulking. It will need to be removed by hand to get most of it out of the checks and chink lines if desired.. Sanding will remove it from the face of the logs. Prices vary on sanding. It can be more costly if… Read More »Archive-818
Call Mike at 866-670-3020.
You need to talk to the supplier of the stain.
Call Mike at 866-670-3020.
Call Mike at 866-670-3020.
It might not be a bad idea to let the wood dry out forthe winter if it was hit that hard with a pressure washer. The corn cob blasting will ”fuzz” the wood upbut should clean themnicely to stain. You should wait at least a month before staining after power… Read More »Archive-828
It would have to be corn cob blasted, and possibly sanded to remove this paint. Paint is not good for logs. It does not allow them to ”breath” properly. A less expensive route would be to corn cob blast and then apply a solid color stain. Looks like paint, but… Read More »Archive-830
You will have to corn cob blast and then sand the logs if you want them smooth, but you will still loose the hand hewn look for the most part. If the contractor is good with a grinder you can try to duplicate the hewn look. DO NOT power wash.
You will have to corn cob blast it. Do not let anyone power wash it. You will not get as good of a job and and it will never really dry out properly to apply new stain.