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NEVER use paint on a log home, only stain, latex is best in my opinion. You can chink before or after, depends on the look you want.

Grip Strip foam covered with Perma Chink.

I do not know. But I will tell you that I am not a big fan of Wood Guard.

Insert closed cell foamfor backing and chink or caulk.

I do not recommend filling them unless they run into a door, window or corner.

DO NOT use the spray foam. It is an ”open celled” foam and attracts moisture to the wood and will cause log rot. You can fill the checks in the corners that are allowing wind, water or bugs to get to the interior. Around windows and doors also. You will… Read More »Archive-1626

It depends on how big your logs are. If they are 8” or less you should chink first. Log homes with smaller dia logs tend to look like a Zebra when chinked last. I will just add also that I am not a fan of power washing.

Yes, use Perma Chink.

It will probably will get about 80% off. You will then have to grind it to remove remaining stain to get back to raw wood. Be sure to apply a borate before staining.

You should let it dry at least one month if you pressure washed it very hard. You do not have to put a backer in small chink lines if a 3/4” piece does not fit. You can use Grip Strip in the corners if needed. I am not a big… Read More »Archive-1636