Product Description

This book takes the mystery out of taking good care of a log home or any type of exterior wood. Chock full of information, yet written in a simple, informative style, the book literally covers the ground to the roof and everything in between. it begins with a study of wood itself and discusses the natural elements and man-made factors that can cause the deterioration and damage. Then the author walks the reader through various methods of regular maintenance of a log home's exterior as well as complete restoration from stripping an old finish to repair and final finish sealant. He discusses the pros and cons of each method, and the uses and warnings for a wide variety of chemicals used in cleaning, preserving, sealing and preventing damage. He also includes chapters on wood decks and cedar shake roofs.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #1801183 in Books
• Published on: 2000-12
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 135 pages

Hara Publishing
With an ancestry as old as the country itself, from camping to magnificent mansion, log homes may be the quintessential American dwelling. And despite their enduring appearance, their exteriors require regular TLC, just like a stick house. But with log homes, its never been quite as simple as applying a few gallons of paint.

The book includes worksheets for determining the needs of each owners project, a quick reference checklist for assessing problems, and a list of sources of materials and additional information. Each discussion is amply accompanied by illustrative photographs and the aesthetic quality of the book is enhanced by periodic drawings of several styles of log homes. Renfroe obviously has a deep affection for these structures, which colors his writing without diminishing its utility. THE LOG HOME OWNERS MANUAL appeals for aesthetic and utilitarian reasons, and should be a popular addition to any expository collection.

About the Author
Jim Renfroe is third generation in his family's involvement with wood protection and preservation. Much of his experience is with industrial preservatives Jim has an extensive background in log home care and maintenance and is President of Wood Care Systems - a company that maintains and restores log homes. Renfroe has been chosen to speak and write articles on several occasions and has a genuine affection for historical and log homes.