Log Home Spring Cleaning Tips
Finally, the snow has started to melt and the sun has begin to show its face a little more regularly. The warm weather is coming and it’s time to start thinking about engaging in some major spring cleaning to clear out those winter cobwebs and dust.While spring cleaning is often the same from house to house, it is a little different when it comes to your log home. There are a few extra things to consider and focus on. Here is a complete checklist of what needs to be done to fully spring clean your log cabin.
Rinsing Your Log Cabin
To remove the the buildup of mold/mildew, pollen, pollution, dust, dirt, etc. from the outside of your log home, rinsing it with the right products is the way to go. There are some great “green” products available that will get the job done as well. These products contain oxygenated bleach, no chlorine, which removes the substances from the wood surface without requiring pressure washing. Combine with just a simple household garden house and make your wood shine.
Exterior Finish
If the finish on your log home has begin to wear there are some options on how to repair it. Applying another coat of finish is important in helping to prevent carpenter bee infestations and the growth of mold/mildew. Maintaining your exterior finish will exponentially reduce the amount of future maintenance needed.
Bee Season
Spring is the season of carpenter bees, a log home’s enemy. Invest in some products that will help to repel the bees, in combination with your exterior finish. Replace bee traps and respray product to prevent the damaging effects these bees can have on your log cabin.
Gutters and Downspouts
Having gutters and downspouts that drain correctly are extra important when it comes to a log home. Overflowing gutters or disconnected and damaged downspouts can lead to water damage of your exterior wood surface, leading to early decay and mildew and mold. Make sure to remove all leaves and debris in your gutters, as well as the valleys in your roof to ensure correct drainage. Trim back foliage that may be close to your log home to allow for air flow and to help reduce mildew and mold.
Maintaining your log home is an important and somewhat simple task. To ensure that your wood surfaces will last as long as possible, you must make sure to pay close attention to what it is exposed to and help to prevent overexposure of damaging factors. Enjoy the spring season from your beautiful log cabin and take pride in your hard work!
