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$111.95
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Mortar White |
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Availability of Chinking Material: In-Stock
Shipping Time for Chinking Material: 3-5 Business Days
Log Jam Chinking Description: Log Jam is the only chinking material that is guaranteed not to crack, tear or peel away from your logs. It keeps the inside of your home comfortable while the wind, rain, snow and bugs are kept outside. Log Jam will maintain its' original appearance even after joint movement up to 100%. Finally, it is the only chinking with a UL 1 hour fire rating.
Log Jam Chinking Warranty: 10 Year
Product Coverage Rates per Case of Chinking:
¼'' x ½'' Wide Chinking Joint= 308 Lineal Feet
¼'' x ¾'' Wide Chinking Joint= 231 Lineal Feet
½'' x 1'' Wide Chinking Joint= 154 Lineal Feet
Additional Chinking Information:
Do I Need Chinking?
Chinking for log homes can be used for aesthetic reasons or can be done to ensure the elements stay outside. Some homeowners like the look of chinking while others don’t want to see any chinking on their home. Typically chinking is required on your log home if you meet any of the following criteria:
- Can you stick your hand from the inside of your log home to the outside?
- Do you want the sealant joint between your logs to stand out?
- Do you want the sealant joint between your logs to be greater than 3/4”?
If you answered yes to any of the above questions then most likely your home will require chinking material. Chinking is designed to stand out from your logs because of the heavy surface texture and the available colors. It is important to remember that chinking can only do so much. The performance of the chinking will depend a lot on the application of the material.
Should I Apply the Chinking or Log Stain First?
Most chinking materials will accept stain which is why it is recommended to stain first. This is the common process because typically people want to keep a color contradiction between the chinking and their house logs. Also, the stain will cover some dirt, dust or grease which will allow the chinking to get better adhesion. Finally, it is recommended to let your stain set up for 7-10 days before beginning the chinking process. This will provide the chinking applicator an easier time when cleaning the chinking material from your house logs.
Chinking Article: Log Jam Chinking- The Best Chinking for Your Log Home
Log Jam chinking is designed to help keep bugs and the elements on the outside of your log home. Log Jam chinking has been manufactured by Sashco for the past 30 years. It is one of the original products specifically designed for the log home market. Log Jam is available in the following colors: white white, mortar white, buff, tan, woodtone cedar and gray. It can be purchased either in 5 gallon buckets or 29oz tubes. Log Jam chinking typically costs between $121-$185 depending on the size and quantity of material. Mountain Home Building Products is a leading distributor for Log Jam and other Sashco log home products.
Log Jam is the only chinking material that has a one hour UL fire rating. Also, it is the only chinking that offers a lifetime warranty. Log Jam is the choice of professionals because it is able to expand up to 100 %. Most other chinking materials will tear while Log Jam is able to hold its appearance without cracking. It is recommended to use a Sashco stain with your Log Jam chinking. Stains that contain waxes, non-drying oils or paraffins can cause adhesion problems.
Typically, Log Jam is applied to joints ranging in size from 1”- 4”. It can be used on the exterior or interior of your log home. Chinking material can be applied by professionals or homeowners. It is important to install backer rod before applying Log Jam chinking. It should only be applied between 40-90 degrees. It is recommended to use a foam brush or trowel to help smooth the chinking material once it is gunned out. Also, the material can skin over rather quickly so take your time when applying it.
For more information about chinking material, application tools or contractor referrals contact Mountain Home Building Products toll free at 800-490-3695.
Mountain Home Building Products is a leading distributor of log home chinking, cabin caulking, log stains, clear wood finishes, log siding, house logs & rustic lighting.
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Manufacturers:
Sashco, Weatherall, Permachink, Vimasco
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