Our customers often ask us for a clear or “natural” finish that will protect their wood. The truth is, clear finishes may provide water repellency, resistance against mold and mildew and insecticidal properties. However, clear finishes do not protect your log home from UV rays that cause weathering and graying of your home’s exterior, decks […]
1. Have you treated your logs with a wood preservative? If not, you can use an all-in-one wood preservative and wood finish by applying Q8 Log Oil. Other finishes such as Sikkens Cetol Log and Siding, and Lifeline Ultra 2 and 7 require a borate wood preservative before applying the finish. 2. Are you […]
Over the years we have had one question that our clients have asked us over and over again. That question is “What is the best finish you have available?” In reality there is no “best finish”; there are many great finishes available. The real question is “What is the best finish for you and your […]
Why should you clean the exterior of your log home? 1. Maintain the durability and appearance of your exterior finish. 2. Dust, pollen, and other airborne contaminants provide a food source for fungal growth on your logs. 3. If using a contact insecticide, dirt accumulated on the exterior surface of your home will prevent bugs […]