The Importance of Log Home Staining
If you’re new to log home building and maintence, staining exterior logs is probably far from your mind. We’re going to discuss why it’s important to stain logs when the home is built, as well as during the maintence of the home. This information is touched upon lightly, so remember to always ask questions about anything you’re unsure about.
Not only does the stain seal in the natural color of the log, which offers great curb appeal, but it also seals the wood. Sealing the wood protects it against moisture, offering prevention against damage to your home both in the near and distant future. The stain will also allow for any moisture within the log to evaporate.
Note that there is a difference between interior and exterior stains. Exterior stains contain fungicides, as well as a mildicide, which causes instability for interior use. If you’re an owner-builder and are unsure of which stain is interior and which is for exterior, ask a salesperson to help you with your selection.
Because shrinking and cracking occurs, it’s necessary to stain again a year following the build of your home. This is where a proper maintence plan should be put into place to account for the gradual weathering of the stain. If you aren’t an owner-builder, discuss the kind of stain used during construction of the home so you can continue maintence with the right products. If you’re unsure of correct applications (for example, spraying it on versus brushing it on), that’s something else worth discussing with the builder.
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