The Log Home Owners Manual: A Guide to Protecting and Restoring Exterior Wood

This book takes the mystery out of taking good care of a log home or any type of exterior wood. Chock full of information, yet written in a simple, informative style, the book literally covers the ground to the roof and everything in between. it begins with a study of wood itself and discusses the natural elements and man-made factors that can cause the deterioration and damage. Then the author walks the reader through various methods of regular maintenance of a log home's exterior as well as complete restoration from stripping an old finish to repair and final finish sealant. He discusses the pros and cons of each method, and the uses and warnings for a wide variety of chemicals used in cleaning, preserving, sealing and preventing damage. He also includes chapters on wood decks and cedar shake roofs.