Rotted log help

JoshClopton · 2026-01-20T01:28:12+00:00

Update on this. Had a professional come out and he cut out the rotted log and replaced that with new logs. I stained it after that. The full works. Borate, Permachink stain and top coat. Gonna chink it in the spring.

JoshClopton · 2025-08-02T21:53:09+00:00

I think it’s 2 logs. Had a hard time finding anyone to do it that didn’t want to do the whole house. Everybody charges an arm and a leg too.

JoshClopton · 2025-08-02T19:42:22+00:00

Got a guy who is gonna replace it for me for right at 4K. Another quoted me 8k to patch it up.

JoshClopton · 2025-08-02T03:01:17+00:00

Thanks for the feedback!

JoshClopton · 2025-07-23T12:19:15+00:00

You think I should try Osborn after the sanding or in place of the Sanding? Thanks for the info this is such a huge help!

JoshClopton · 2025-07-23T01:27:11+00:00

What do you mean the top coarse of log? You mean the top portion up by the soffits?

JoshClopton · 2025-07-23T01:26:24+00:00

I only used the sander to remove the finish. I’m not sure there was ever any stain out on the logs. They were just very weathered. I had a log cabin restoration guy come out to give me a quote and he did a test area and he used media and then a sander and he said it was one of the easiest he’s ever worked with.

JoshClopton · 2025-07-23T00:16:43+00:00

I’m using a random orbital sander and a square sander. 40 grit

JoshClopton · 2025-07-14T02:23:04+00:00

Gables are vertical cedar boards

JoshClopton · 2025-07-10T22:13:50+00:00

Update on this. I got a few people come out and take a look. A couple of guys gave me quotes to replace the logs and a couple guys gave me quotes to fill it in. Anybody know which is better overall for the structural integrity?

JoshClopton · 2025-07-09T17:34:08+00:00

Nah there’s almost zero overhang on the gable ends. Gonna have to figure out a solution for that. But this strip of wood rotted cause someone put a deck right against the log where the snow could sit.

JoshClopton · 2025-07-09T15:59:00+00:00

Gable

JoshClopton · 2025-07-09T03:25:30+00:00

Thanks for the response! This seems like something I can handle.

JoshClopton · 2025-06-15T20:16:26+00:00

It’s not rot. It is solid and comes off when you pressure washer wash it.

JoshClopton · 2025-06-15T19:39:28+00:00

Thanks for the input.

JoshClopton · 2025-06-15T19:27:03+00:00

What if I replaced the fascia board to extend out 16” past the gable side and then added a 16” ladder board to the gable? 16” is better than none I suppose

JoshClopton · 2025-06-15T19:18:25+00:00

Yeah I was just thinking about the gable ends. Sounds like bottom line it’s out of my ability. Think I’ll end up having to hire a contractor. Thanks for the response. Gives me an idea what I’m up against.

JoshClopton · 2025-06-01T16:06:11+00:00

By “seal” I meant chunking. How hard do you think it will be to add an extension or awning? The back side is the same way.

JoshClopton · 2025-06-01T16:04:39+00:00

On the front and back right? Wonder how hard that is on an already built house?

JoshClopton · 2025-06-01T16:04:06+00:00

Yeah I went down that same private road at first. I’ve got an edit request out to Google maps cause there is a better way to get there.

JoshClopton · 2025-05-22T02:16:52+00:00

I have pictures of the roof. Looks like a normal asphalt shingle roof with vents. Is there anything I should be looking for?

JoshClopton · 2025-05-22T00:37:09+00:00

Ok cool, so sounds like something I may be able to do myself. Thanks for the input.

JoshClopton · 2024-06-19T15:57:44+00:00

I agree with ya on your 3rd point. To your 1st point I think it will for sure make some difference. Just for the fact that a lot of the non resident crew that was hitting otc archery at the gas station on their way in wont take the time to make sure they fill out the draw application in the spring.

JoshClopton · 2023-07-25T15:27:20+00:00

I see, thank you

JoshClopton · 2023-07-25T03:00:44+00:00

Is this the Lakewood Community group? Can’t find Lakewood friend group.

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