Take a moment to walk around your home. Here are some signs that your cabin may need a new coat of stain or caulking/chinking maintenance: Faded finish on South or West exterior walls Varying shades on top and bottom of logs Gray discoloration from weathering Blonde color around checks and cracks Gaps between caulking/chinking joints […]
LogFinish.com has been in the wood finish business for nearly two decades. In all this time, there have been very few major product developments, despite changes in customer demand. We believe we have finally found a game changer! Seal-Once Total Wood Protection offers a state of the art approach to protecting wood surfaces. We have […]
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 […]
Wild fires were devastating to many homes, families and businesses all over the the United States last year. The following product spotlight focuses on Flame Seal’s Wood Seal™ Class A, a revolutionary product that can mean the difference between a home or business to return to or a pile of ashes. What is Flame Seal Wood […]
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 […]
Perma-chink Systems, Inc., has released a new two-coat only exterior wood finish that is amazing for many different reasons. Appearance+Longevity 1. Ultra 7‘s state-of-the-art resin ensures that the seal is continuous, providing protection from holes and gaps that might otherwise develop with a lower-quality finish. What is a polymer resin? A polymer resin is a clear liquid […]