Log home restoration has come a long way over the years with the advancement in technology.  Latex stains, synthetic chinking, aerial lifts, media blasting machines ect… all make the job more productive. But, sometimes you have to improvise. This log home was situated on a very steep hill with trees very close to the house. The homeowner did not want to cut back or disturb the trees and it was impossible to get a ladder or anything else in position to be able to access the corner.

So, up the tree we went!

Its a good idea to wash your log home at least once a year. In the spring after the pollen falls is the perfect time. It not only makes the home look better but, it also removes dirt, pollen and other contaminants that is a source of food that helps mold, mildew and lichens thrive. Be sure to use a mild detergent and start from the bottom and work up so as not to streak the logs.

Spring is almost here. So what does that mean to log home owners? Well, just like interior “spring cleaning” the exterior of the log home needs cleaning as well.

After a long harsh winter battling the elements, the finish can really take a beating. UV rays from the sun can do just as much danage in the winter as in the summer months and maybe more. At least in the summer, most log homes have some amount of shade from trees around the house. In the winter when all the leaves have fallen, the sun has more direct contact on the logs.  The sun can actually cause more damage to the finish as well as other wood than water by drying out the wood causing it to crack and split. The sun takes its toll on the finish as well.  

Pollen, dust and dirt builds up over time. This build up is perfect food for mold and mildew which can erode the finish in a realative short period of time. Moreover, mildew will keep growing having the potential to cause some major log rot problems.

To keep your log home looking its best and protected, it is a good idea to wash the home with a mild detergent at least once a year.  Be careful what you use as some cleaners can cause major damage to the finish. Clean wood not only looks nicer, but will help the finish last longer. And that  extends re-coating intervals and more importantly, major Log Home Restoration. 

Chemical Stripping Video

Pictures and details are posted in November 8th archives. I don’t do commercial work anymore and this unit can make the right contractor’s job much eaiser.

16ft. dbl. axle trailer with ladder rack and 6ft tool box w/locking lid..

5.5 gpm Landa STX  P/W  with Beckett 120v burner.

Remote control: start on/off…..heat on/off……chemical on/off ( 2 remotes)

500 gal. water tank………..2, 15 gal. chemical tanks.

3- Cox hose reels with 200ft. hose.

1- Surflo pump w/200ft. 3/8 hose.

Excellent condition. Less than 300 hours. P/W has cover never exposed to weather.  Make an offer………