Corn Blasting
Corn blasting is a finish removal system that combines high volume compressed air with a special corn cob blasting media. Power washing and chemical strippers require the user to apply large amounts of water to the logs. This requires a drying time before the stain can be applied.
When it’s used:
- To strip old or failing finishes before refinishing.
- To remove dirt, mildew, and discoloration to restore the logs’ original appearance.
- To prepare the surface for a new coat of stain and sealant, ensuring proper adhesion and penetration.
- To uncover hidden problems in the logs before applying a new finish.
Benefits:
Eco-friendly: Corn cobs are a natural, non-toxic, and biodegradable material. The used media can even be used as mulch.
Dry process: It does not use water or chemicals, so there is no risk of water damage to the logs or forced entry through cracks. This also means a new finish can be applied immediately after.
Gentle on wood: It is less aggressive than sandblasting, minimizing the risk of damaging the logs’ surface and preserving their natural grain.
Effective: It removes old stains, dirt, and mold, revealing the bare wood and making it ideal for refinishing.
Versatile: It can be performed in a wider range of temperatures and weather conditions compared to chemical stripping, which can only be done in warmer months
Cleaner: The process produces significantly less dust compared to other methods.
Log Re-Staining
Re-staining the Exterior of Log Cabins: No one wants it to happen, but dealing with rotted logs doesn’t have to mean the end of the world or a huge expense. If you have rotted logs to repair, fear not. The first thing to do is to figure out why the rot is present and fix that problem.
How often to re-stain:
Most log cabins need to be re-stained every 3 to 5 years, but this can vary based on several factors.
Weather exposure: Walls on the south and west sides of the cabin face more sun and wind, and may need re-staining as often as every 2 to 3 years.
Water damage: Check for peeling, cracking, or graying wood. If your logs are no longer repelling water, it’s time to re-stain.
Stain type: Some high-performance stains and clear topcoat systems can last longer than standard oil-based stains.
Step 1: Prepare the surface
Rotten Log Replacement
Rotted Log Replacement: No one wants it to happen but dealing with rotted logs doesn’t have to mean the end of the world or a huge expense. If you have rotted logs to repair fear not. The first thing to do is to figure out why the rot is present and fix that problem.
Reasons for replacement:
Structural compromise: When rot or insect damage is extensive, particularly in the core of the log, it weakens the entire structure and can make the cabin unsafe.
Deep-seated rot: Minor rot can be treated, but if over half of a log’s diameter is decayed, it needs to be replaced entirely to restore its function.
Moisture damage: Constant moisture exposure can lead to rot. Common causes include rain running off a roof and collecting at the base of the cabin. Water seeps behind windows and travels down the logs. Poor drainage around the foundation. Overgrown shrubbery traps moisture against the logs.
Insect infestation: Insects like termites and carpenter ants can cause damage that is less visible but just as destructive to a log cabin’s structure.
Fire Restoration
Fire Restoration: Our Fire damage restoration process is the process and goal is to return a fire and smoke damaged property to pre-loss condition.
Log home fire restoration involves an initial assessment of damage, followed by specialized cleanup and structural repairs. The process includes removing soot and smoke residues, addressing water damage from firefighting efforts, and deodorizing the structure before rebuilding or repairing damaged logs and applying protective finishes.
Initial Assessment and Board-Up
Specialized Cleanup and Structural Stabilization
Deodorizing and Final Refinishing
Final Inspection
