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Manufacturer: TimberEdge
Availability: In-Stock
Case Quantity: 10 Tubes
Shipping Time: 3-5 Business Days
Description:
Timber Chink™ is a market leading latex chink which is formulated to provide the best possible chemistry, resulting in ease of application, tooling and long term performance for all types of log structures. Timber Chink™ is a flexible, textured chinking that seals the gaps between logs to eliminate heat loss, air and pest infiltration. Timber Chink is designed to work on all types of log structures. Timber Chink is a premium acrylic latex elastomeric sealant that provides the highest degree of durability, flexibility and resistance to cracking caused by log movement and weather. Timber Chink maintains its pliable nature after full cure.
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Chinking Installation Tips:
- Start with dry logs. Their moisture content should be below 20%.
- Apply log stains before installing the chinking material.
- Clean your logs prior to applying any chinking material. Any loose
debris, dirt, dust or grease could adversely affect the adhesion of
your chinking.
- Install backer rod before applying any chinking products. Backer rod is available in closed cell and open cell forms.
- Select a chinking material that is going to be compatible with your
log home stain. If you are unsure about the compatibility of your log
chinking and your log home stain then speak with the manufacturers of
both products.
- Do not apply chinking in direct sunlight. This could lead to blisters in the material.
- Apply 2 to 3 feet of material at a time and then work the material with a foam brush or trowel.
- Use a spray bottle to mist the chinking if it dries too quickly.
- Clean as you go. Soap and water can be used if the material has not dried.
- Chinking should be installed to a depth of 1/4”.
- Avoid chinking in the rain or when rain is imminent.
- Chinking should not be applied when temperatures are below 40° or when subfreezing temperatures are expected within 48 hours of application.
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What is the difference between chinking and caulking materials?
Chinking
is an elastic sealing material that has a coarse surface which is
designed to look like old-fashioned mortar and is typically used on
larger joints. Caulking is a highly elastic sealing material that has
no surface texture and is mainly used in smaller joints.
Should I chink or stain my log home first?
It
is best to apply a stain that is compatible with the chinking first.
The stain acts as a primer for the chinking and normally improves the
overall adhesion of the chinking material. Additionally, it makes the
clean up process for the chinking material much easier.
What type of tool should I use in order to apply my chinking or caulking material?
Most applicators use foam brushes. Others use steel or plastic trowels.
Do I need to chink or caulk my log home?
At some point you will probably need to caulk or chink your log home.
What do I do to my chink when it’s time to re-stain?
It
is difficult to keep maintenance coats of stain off the existing
chinking material. The stain can be brushed on by hand in an attempt to
keep it off the chinking, but this can be very time consuming. Another
option is to spray over top of the chinking material and then come back
over the existing chinking material with a product called Brushover.
This product is a textured, elastomeric coating that is available in
the same colors as Log Jam chinking. Simply paint over the chink line
to restore the original color of the chinking.
Can I stain overtop of the chinking and caulking on my home?
Yes. Most stains will wet-out and adhere to most chinking and caulking products.
Do I need to maintain my chinking material?
No. If the chinking material is properly installed, there should be very little maintenance work down the road.
How do I fix my chinking or caulking if it is torn?
The
entire process is rather easy. Begin with a clean surface. Gun the new
chinking material over the torn area, and tool the new chinking
material onto the old chinking material. The old and new chinking
material should bond together.
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Color
Mortar White, White White, Buff, Tan, Gray, Woodtone Cedar
Packaging
5-gallon straight-sided white pails and 29 oz. fiber cartridges
Performance
Timber Chink is
formulated to surpass the performance requirements of the accepted
industry standards for adhesion, elongation and tensile strength.
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Service Range
-30°F to 250°F
ASTM C920 (12.5)– Elastomeric Joint Sealant
ASTM C834- Latex Sealants
ASTM D638– Tensile Properties
Elongation: 240%
Tensile Strength: 40 lbs/in 2
Compatibility
Compatible
with most sealers and preservatives, including linseed oil, borates,
pentachlorophenol and copper compounds.
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Our Buy Now Guarantee
If you find an identical item priced lower at a competitor, Mountain Home Building Products will match that price and give you $10 off your next order. Proof of the competitors price including shipping and handling fees must be provided via email or communicated with one of our representatives. Offer valid 30 days from the date of purchase.
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