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call Dave at 800-564-2987 for help.

Never use spray foam on wood. Sometimes these corners need to be built out to seal properly.

NO! you need to use a ”closed cell foam” like Grip strip for backer. Never use the spray can foam on a log home.

I do not know, but it doesn’t sound good for the logs if they are encased that tightly.

Call 800-564-2987. They may have something that will work for you. You may be able to just apply Perma Chink right over it.

Depends on the log construction type. Call Dave at 800-564-2987 for help and the products you will need.

Yes you can. I would recommend using an exterior latex primer tinted to the color of your chink.

You do not want to fill these cracks (checks). It sounds like the home should be chinked or caulked to avoid the leaking.

Chinking or caulking the inside shouldn’t be a problem. If the line is 3/4′ or less you should use caulk. I would recommend Energy Seal. Call 800-564-2987 to purchase and get more help.

They are sold as chink-less log homes, but over time they will require caulk. It sounds like it is a kit style home that is milled and fit together with a tongue and grove system. DO NOT use true chinking. It should be done with a caulk made for log… Read More »Archive-1272