SASHCO LOG BUILDER
Log Builder was specifically designed to absorb most log movement. Most movement occurs within the first few years, when logs lose the majority of their moisture causing them to shrink and the joints to expand. That’s why it’s crucial to use Log Builder from the start. If the logs are extremely “green” (with very high moisture content) it is often best to wait several months before caulking. Log Builder is ultra-elastic, which means it will stretch and compress with normal movement. It won’t crack, peel or pull away. Instead, it creates a tight seal to keep water, dust, bugs and wind from seeping into your home—for many years. Log Builder is the smooth sealant for milled and hand-crafted log structures.
Log Builder Sealant options:
Available Sizes: 10.5 oz. cartridges, 29 oz. cartridges, 5 gal. pails
Available Colors: Dark Brown, Tan, Woodtone
Joint Design Joint width should be a minimum of 1/4”, but no larger than 2”, and 4 times the anticipated joint movement. For example, if you anticipate log movement of 1/8”, bead width should be about 1/2”. For joints 1” wide or more, the depth should be 3/8” to 1/2”. The depth of joints less than 1” wide should be half the width but no less than 1/4”. (Joint depth, overall, should be between 1/4” and 1/2”.)
Features
- Ultra flexible and elastic - won't crack or pull away
- Water-based for easy application and clean-up
- Freeze-thaw stable: OK to leave in your truck overnight
- Sashco Log Builder Caulking is water resistant in 1-4 hours
- Colors Tan, Woodtone and Dark Brown
- Packaging 10.5 oz. plastic cartridges, 29 oz. fiber cartridges, and 5-gallon straight-sided pails.
- Application Range Surface temp of 40˚F (4˚C) - 90˚F (32˚C)