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If they are not tight use Energy Seal caulk. Do not use true chinking. Call Dave at 800-564-2987 to buy.

I’m not a big fan of strippers. Too much moisture for wood. Have it media blasted and then re-stain. Not sure on the chinking. If the gap is less than 3/4” use Energy Seal caulk.

I’m not sure what what you mean by 1” mini louvers. Do not use silicone on wood. sounds like the slabs where not completely dry before the chinking process.

Call Dave at Timeless Wood Care for help with products. 800-564-2987

Never seen chink in a gallon pail. You sure it isn’t chink paint? It comes by the gallon. Call Perma Chink to see if they have a way to thicken. (800) 548-3554

You absolutely should have something on the exterior. Just do not use paint. Put the money into a good quality log home stain like LifeLine. It will need to be media blasted to get back to a clean surface and then Osborne brushed to make a desirable surface to apply… Read More »Archive-1284

Call Dave at 800-564-2987. He should be able to help you with something that will work.

Sorry, I do not know of anyone in that area. Try calling the log home manufacturer.

Sounds like it is butyl caulk. Try calling Dave at 800-564-2987. He may be able to help

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