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First, DO NOT fill the cracks (checks) in the logs. If the logs are just gray I would recommend just apply a good borate treatment like Shell Guard and leave it without stain for the historic look.

Call Dave at 800-564-2987 for the product that you need.

The Portland is historically correct, but does not work well. It will dry and pull away from the logs leaving a small crack for water to get in behind it causing rot. Not sure how true to time you are trying to be, but Perma Chink makes a latex chinking… Read More »Archive-8106

Should be. That is the thickness of most kit style log homes. I would recommend caulking the exterior completely for maximum efficiency. Caulking the interior as well would be even better.

6 months to a year is best. I hope you didn’t put the green siding up already. You will end up with large gaps as it dries if so. I recommend LifeLine Interior stain and Acrylic finish. Call 800-564-2987 to purchase.

I do not recommend spraying the interior. Best if hand brushed. The over spray causes a rough surface. One coat of LifeLine Interior Clear and one coat Acrylic Gloss/Satin. Call Dave at 800-564-2987 to purchase and get more help.

It would need to be sanded to lighten up. I do recommend that you at least put a clear coat on them so the dust and dirt cannot get into the wood fiber.

Better to use the naturally dried logs, but a year would be better.

I would recommend peeling the logs since leaving the bark on will promote bugs to live under it and hasten the rotting. 5 years goes by fast so I would take the time to peel. A fast way to do it is get a good power washer and power wash… Read More »Archive-8118

There are several brands of stain that will do this. It really should be removed and have a good quality latex stain applied like Life Line. Call Mike at 866-670-3020 for more help.