We often get asked if it is acceptable to apply our Lifeline™ finish systems over an existing oil-based or petroleum stain. It would be nice if there was a simple yes or no answer to this question, but there is not. It depends on a number of factors, including how many coats have been applied, how long the stain has been on the walls, and which oil-based or petroleum stain is present on the wood surface. In general, it is ALWAYS best to remove an existing competitive finish before applying Lifeline.

Wood-boring beetles can be found all across the United States. There are several types of beetles that can be considered "wood-boring” beetles. Often referred to as “wood worms” or “powder post beetles,” wood-boring beetles are responsible for damage to structural wood, second only to termites.

Wood-boring beetles are difficult to control once an infestation has begun. Therefore, prevention is the best management method. Great NEWS: the treatment for all types of wood-boring beetles is the same.

By Jeff Kyger
Northwest Log Home Care
www.northwestloghomecare.com

Pressure washing (also referred to power washing) is the function of using highly pressurized water to remove mildew, mold, dirt, pollen, UV graying, etc. You’ll hear different recommendations whether or not pressure washing your logs is the best cleaning method.

Generally speaking, pressure washing is the quickest and least expensive choice.

One fallacy is that you’re saturating and “damaging” your logs with water as a result of pressure washing. This simply isn’t true. On hard, sound, rot-free logs, you’re only introducing water into the top fibers of the wood.

Perma-Chink's Technical Team has devoted a tremendous amount of time on projects to develop high quality products. These projects involved a significant amount of scientific testing that helped define our product portfolio with new and improved products. 

Here are 4 things we have learned along the way:

1. The more sterile the log surface is prior to staining, the less chance there is for mold formation underneath the stain. 

Perma-Chink's Technical Team has devoted a tremendous amount of time on projects to develop high quality products. These projects involved a significant amount of scientific testing that helped define our product portfolio with new and improved products. 

Here are 4 things we have learned along the way:

1. The more sterile the log surface is prior to staining, the less chance there is for mold formation underneath the stain. 

We can help you create a custom wood stain color or match a competitive color with literally thousands of choices. Call any of our Perma-Chink Systems Stores and we'll guide you through the process!

• Easy and quick
• No charge for the service
• Same warranty as standard colors
• Expert advice on stain colors and performance for free along the way!

Step One: Getting the Color Right

The first step is to select the color you want to create or match. Working with our Customer Reps, we'll help you create that shade using any of our Lifeline family of stains. Remember that we can mix any number and proportion of standard colors from the same Lifeline Family. This provides literally thousands of different stain shades. If your color still is not ‘just right,’ we will blend a custom color for you.

Step Two: Getting Your Sample

The second step is to get a sample of your color to you. We'll send you a sample of your custom color that you can try out on your home, as semi-transparent stains can appear slightly different, depending on wood type.

Step Three: Getting Your Color

The third step, upon your acceptance of the color, is calculate quantities and ship it to you.

It’s that simple! Just call your local Perma-Chink Branch and we’ll get crackin’.

Fine print: Please note that custom colors are not returnable nor refundable.

Brad,

For now I will continue to move forward with my quest...(DIY) and will stay in touch. I am absolutely sure that Perma-Chink will be my go-to for ALL my Log Home needs.

Thank you again for ALL the helpful information.

All the best!

- Drew W.

Good morning Joanne...

Just wanted to thank you for your great personal customer service and for the outstanding products that Perma-Chink Systems offers; they are without a doubt the highest level of quality that I have ever used on my log home......Thank You to ALL of the Perma Chink people for your Excellent products and Excellent customer service.     

- Rick P.

Tom D. says:

I used cleaner after cleaner on my 20 year old, completely black log home and the only thing that worked was Wood ReNew. It was like night to day, I couldn’t even believe it.