WEATHERALL’S SPRING MAINTENANCE

Posted on Log Home Caulking Log Home Chinking Log Homes | Scott McCain
Stain Inspection “Where do I start?”  We hear this question a lot.  A simple way to begin your spring maintenance is to check the condition of your finish by using the water bead test.  Use a spray bottle and simply spray water directly on the logs.  If the water beads up and does not appear to p...
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VIDEO: How to Chink a Round Log

Posted on | Log Home Chinking | Jim McCain
Chinking is a critical aspect of maintaining your log home. Knowing the right technique for chinking between round logs will save you time and money on your next chinking job. Watch the video belo...
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Proper Chinking Application

Posted on | Log Home Chinking | Weatherall Company, Inc.

Your log home is full of charm and character, but if the upkeep and periodic maintenance is not properly managed, the charm and character can quickly turn into an overwhelming burden. One of the key elements in minimizing this burden is the proper choice and application of the log home chinking.

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Should You Chink or Stain Your Logs First?

Posted on | Log Home Chinking Log Home Stains | Weatherall Company, Inc.
In most cases, staining should come first. It alleviates the problems of discoloring the chinking when stain is applied after the chinking is installed. Water based stain provides a better bond to ...
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How to Install Backer Rod

Posted on | Log Home Chinking | Weatherall Company, Inc.
Are you installing backer rod on your log home? It’s a project that you can take on yourself. Here’s a how-to guide on backer rod installation for your log home.  What Is Backer Rod? Before you be...
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Chink in Half the Time (Without Losing Quality)

Posted on | Log Home Chinking | Weatherall Company, Inc.
Almost every log home is built with chinking. Even “chinkless” log homes (such as “Scandinavian Chinkless” homes) usually have some form of chinking. Unless you own a rare traditional chinkless no...
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Got Mice? It Could Be Your Chinking

Posted on | Log Home Chinking | Coleman Kelleghan
Any home can develop a mouse problem. It doesn't mean you don't keep a clean house. It does, however, mean that you probably need to reinforce the chinking in your log home. Spotting Signs That Mic...
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The History of Chinking

Posted on | Log Home Chinking | Coleman Kelleghan
Log home ownership comes with a variety of issues that more conventional homes do not. One of those is chinking, the insulating substance placed between the logs. Here's a concise history of the ch...
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A Guide to Chinking Repair: Removal and Reapplication

Posted on | Log Home Chinking | Coleman Kelleghan
With its powerful ability to create water and air barriers, chinking keeps log homes intact and protects them from external issues. Since not all chinking products are created equal, however, choos...
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Chinking Repair: How to Determine the Moisture Content of Wood

Posted on | Log Home Chinking | Coleman Kelleghan
Chinking is the glue that holds many log homes together. This material doesn't always last forever, though, especially when environmental conditions aren't ideal. Before taking on a significant chi...
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Dealing with Wood Shrinkage in Your Log Home

Posted on | Log Home Chinking | Coleman Kelleghan
Wood shrinkage is an unavoidable issue for any log home owner and is not something to be overly worried about. Armed with the right information and fully understanding why your logs are shrinking i...
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Three Chinking Myths Busted

Posted on | Log Home Chinking | Coleman Kelleghan
When planning the finishing touches on a home or cabin, many people debate with themselves over whether chinking is a necessary option. There’s a lot of misinformation out there about chinking, and...
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