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$162.95
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Availability: In-Stock
Shipping Time: 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 chinking 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
Coverage Rates per 5 Gallon Bucket of Chinking:
˝'' x 1'' Wide Chinking Joint= 195 Lineal Feet
˝'' x 2'' Wide Chinking Joint= 95 Lineal Feet
˝'' x 3'' Wide Chinking Joint= 65 Lineal Feet
˝'' x 4'' Wide Chinking Joint= 45 Lineal Feet
Additional Chinking Information:
Log Home Chinking Tips:
- Chinking material can be applied through the use of quart tubes, bulk loading guns or industrial machines.
- Start by gunning out a 3 foot section of chinking material.
- Make sure to get the correct depth of material when applying the chinking. A good rule of thumb is a 1/2”.
- Do not gun out too much chinking material because it will skin over rather quickly and become difficult to tool.
- Work the chinking material into place with a putty knife, trowel or foam brush.
- Make sure to get good adhesion with the chinking material on the top and bottom of the joint. This can be accomplished by using the right amount of pressure with your tooling instrument.
- Misting the log chinking material with water will help keep the material from skinning over too quickly.
- Install some form of backing material before applying the chinking material. This will allow the chinking material to expand and contract like a rubber band. Also, it will save you money in chinking material costs.
- Bulk loading guns work well for chinking joints that are between 3/4” - 2” because they allow a wider bead of material to be applied as opposed to quart size tubes.
- Select a chinking material that is going to be compatible with your log home stain. If you are unsure about the compatability of your log chinking and your log home stain then speak with the manufacturers of both products.
- Log home chinking typically takes 3 weeks to fully cure.
- Large house logs will require a wider chinking joint.
- Do not apply chinking material in direct sunlight. For more information regarding this problem see our “Chinking Blisters” article.
Chinking Article: Chinking Tips & Instructions
Log home chinking is typically applied by professionals but it is a skill that one can acquire over time. It is important to have the right tools, product and knowledge before starting your own chinking project. Chinking material can be applied through the use of quart tubes, bulk loading guns or industrial machines. Any of the aforementioned methods will work for chinking joints that are less than 3/4”. Bulk loading guns work well for chinking joints that are between 3/4” - 2” because they allow a wider bead of material to be applied as opposed to quart size tubes. Industrial application machines work great for larger chinking joints because they will save you time, energy and material. Bulk loading guns will work as well for chinking larger joints but quart size tubes are not recommended for this type of application. The following is a list of application tools that you will need in order to successfully apply log home chinking.
* Lots of foam brushes or a couple trowels
* Plenty of rags
* Spray Bottle
* Mylar Tape
* Numerous tips for your bulk loading gun
* Quart size bulk loading guns
* Utility knife
* Small cup for water
Applying the chinking material can be more difficult than it looks. It typically requires patience and time before one becomes proficient at the application process. It can be difficult to get a nice clean line because the material can collect on your foam brush or trowel. Also, the material can skin over rather quickly depending on the weather conditions. Misting the chinking material with water will help keep the material from skinning over too quickly. Foam brushes will help keep the material on the logs and not on you. Finally, it is highly recommended to install backer rod before applying any chinking material. Also, the application of the chinking material should not be done when rain is imminent and the temperature should be between 40-90 degrees. Check with the different manufacturers for more product specific details.
For more information about chinking material, application tools or contractor referrals contact Mountain Home Building Products toll free at 800-490-3695.
Log Home Chinking Blog
Manufacturers:
Sashco, Weatherall, Permachink, Vimasco
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