Chinking or otherwise known as caulking is a type of sealant used for homes that are primarily made out of logs. This is to give the home a more traditional feel. Nowadays it is commercially prepared but some are still using the traditional ones that are home made.
In the old days, it is composed mostly of lime, clay and sand. But now, the more modernized ones use acrylic compounds that are found to be more elastic, flexible and more durable than the older type which are found to be not that effective. These materials loosen up once the log moves in time. it eventually looses its grip due to lack of elasticity while the modernized ones prove to be more effective because of its flexibility. As the wood moves over time, so does the adhesive compound maintaining its grip.
Chinking these days uses many tools and they are mainly: foam brushes, towels or rags, loading gun of different sizes, utility knife, and water container with water, spray bottle, Mylar tape and metal spatula. Ones you complete all the tools you are now ready for the next step. There is also called a chink paint, it’s used for stains in your chink and like caulking it is also available in a wide variety of colors depending on your preference. It is water and moist resistant and is applicable in any climate conditions.
Chinking is simply a home remedy to fix the problems of your log home and it’s good to know that these days it has evolved to be more reliable and durable. It doesn’t just protect your house through time but also preserves its beauty for years to come .
In the old days, it is composed mostly of lime, clay and sand. But now, the more modernized ones use acrylic compounds that are found to be more elastic, flexible and more durable than the older type which are found to be not that effective. These materials loosen up once the log moves in time. it eventually looses its grip due to lack of elasticity while the modernized ones prove to be more effective because of its flexibility. As the wood moves over time, so does the adhesive compound maintaining its grip.
Chinking these days uses many tools and they are mainly: foam brushes, towels or rags, loading gun of different sizes, utility knife, and water container with water, spray bottle, Mylar tape and metal spatula. Ones you complete all the tools you are now ready for the next step. There is also called a chink paint, it’s used for stains in your chink and like caulking it is also available in a wide variety of colors depending on your preference. It is water and moist resistant and is applicable in any climate conditions.
Chinking is simply a home remedy to fix the problems of your log home and it’s good to know that these days it has evolved to be more reliable and durable. It doesn’t just protect your house through time but also preserves its beauty for years to come .
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