Oil Based Log Home Stains & Water Based Log Home Stains - Helpful Tips & Advice

Oil based stains typically penetrate into the wood and have a strong odor. Oil based stains can be used on logs, wood siding, decks, hand rails or roofing materials. Not all oil based stains are created the same. Apply the same number of coats to your test sample area as you intend to apply to your log home. Water based stains can show lap marks and brush marks if you are not careful during the application of the products. hammock stand Oil based stains typically allow more of your wood grain to show. A good stain material should last 3-4 years on the southern exposure of your log home and 4-5 years on the other sides of your home.