Log cabins are very attractive to look at and make great hiding places at any time. Actually, there are people who would prefer to have a log house compared to other house options. However, when buying your log cabin from the manufacturer of choice, it’s important to make sure you know exactly how to clean and maintain it so it looks just as good over the years. A good fabricator will be in a position to guide you through cleaning depending on the wood used to make your cabin and other factors. But there are general cleaning and maintenance tips you can use to keep your cabin looking new at all times.

Tip 1 – Clean dirty logs with water, bleach, and a small amount of detergent. But considering that bleach can destroy the cellulose in wood when left to sit for too long, make sure cleanup is very quick. You should also rinse afterwards and rinse again just to be safe.

tip 2 – When purchasing a wood solution to clean logs, check for calcium hypochlorite, sodium hypochlorite, and sodium percarbonate, as these bleach and can leave the wood looking faded and washed. However, most solutions on the market have buffers and surfactants that help wet quickly, rinse easily, and reduce damage to wood. Choose only high-quality products to keep your wood protected.

Tip 3 – To minimize streaks that can be difficult to remove when spraying bleach on the logs, be sure to spray the walls starting from the bottom working up.

Tip 4 – Choose a wood cleaner with oxalic acid for discolored wood without mold. The mild acid restores much of the original color and works amazingly well on cedar and redwood logs that are prone to darkening as a result of extractive bleeding. Such a cleaner will remove metal and nail stains, water stains, and gray weathered stains as well.

Tip 5 – To keep UV damage at bay in your log cabin, select glass that comes with a coating to block the rays from the doors and windows. This is an easy way to prevent discoloration of interior wood. It is also helpful to use the UV booster in the initial stain coat on log floors and walls.

Tip 6 – Make sure your logs have a protective stain. Water-based acrylic stain is a very good choice because it allows the wood to breathe while also providing a strong film that is easy to clean and dust and does not yellow.

Tip 7 – Use a clear polyurethane coating for areas of the cab that are susceptible to water damage. They include bathrooms and the coating will prevent discoloration from clinking and water damage.

Tip 8 – Seal all areas that allow water and air to enter, especially in corner indentations and around windows and doors, as well as at the top of walls. Sealing must be done from the outside and caulk is a very good sealer, especially since it is less visible. For best results, use borate-based liquid on areas before sealing to eliminate any possibility of decay or rot.