Checking (cracks) on interior support logs is pretty common and could be worse because they have been exposed to outside temps right now. Normally it isn’t a concern, but if they continue to get real bad I would recommend a structural engineer look at them. There is a slight chance… Read More »Archive-1496
I would recommend using a solid white color stain. Sherwin Williams Woodscapes is a good product in my opinion.
There 3 options. 1st – You can stain the entire house over the chink and all, then re-chink after staining. 2nd – You can stain the entire house as above, then paint the chink. It is about the same cost if you are having it done professionally because painting takes… Read More »Archive-1500
I normally recommend doing the outside first, but since it is winter you could do the interior now. If you do the interior you should caulk or chink the exterior right away this spring. If you don’t, the rain could get into the gaps in the logs and then lay… Read More »Archive-1502
Perma Chink. Rule of thumb is any gap beyond 3/4”, use chinking, less than 3/4” use Energy Seal caulk.
Whenever the outside temperature is at least 20 degrees lower than the temperature within a home it’s a good time to find any gaps that may be leaking air. All that is needed is a small pail of warm water, a piece of chalk and a perhaps a ladder depending… Read More »Archive-1506
They normally need caulking or chinking
Sounds like the windows were not installed properly. I would visit the idea of re-caulking that wall and around the windows first before covering your logs with vinyl siding.
Yes, you can chink on top of the Sikkens.
It will be clearly visible if the inside is chinked. If you would like a quote on the cost to chink the interior call Mike at 866-670-3020.