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Call Dennis at 231-943-0330 for help.

I guess I would have to see it, but I would think that latex chinking would be the best option with a closed cell backer like Grip Strip. Call Timeless Wood Care at 800-564-2987 for help and materials needed.

If it is mortar chinking, hammer and cold chisel works. If it is latex chinking, cut along edges and pull out. Call Timeless Wood Care at 800-564-2987 for help and materials.

You can just patch over it normally, but it will not match well.

The splitting is normal. The checks (crack,splits) should NOT be filled unless they are allowing wind, water or bugs to get in. You will promote log rot by filling every check. I’m not sure what kind of logs you have. If it is a milled, kit style home it should… Read More »Archive-1444

Not sure what the 2×4 is for, but it should work. You will want to use true latex chinking to cover the gap outside. I would recommend running a 1” piece of masking tape over the 2×4 before chinking if you don’t use a backer foam. Grip Strip would work… Read More »Archive-1446

No. Never use any caulk with silicone in it on wood.

We are working again. Sorry

Only material I would recommend is Energy Seal. DO NOT use anything with silicone.

Best way to avoid shrinkage and resin bleed is to make sure that the logs have dried naturally for a year or more. Kiln dried logs will dry to the 15% moisture that is best, but will draw moisture from the air after being remove from the kiln. Even if… Read More »Archive-1454