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see mapPreserving Historic Log Buildings - A Specialty of Ours

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  • Historic Building in Makinen, MN

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    This 1800's barn building needed to be raised to stop the deterioration of the bottom logs.

    Replacing Whole Logs

  • Historic Building in Makinen, MN

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    Here we replaced the base logs of this 1800's barn building.

    Replacing Whole Logs

  • Historic Building in Makinen, MN

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    These logs were difficult to replace because the first two logs were rotted on the entire perimeter of the building.

    Replacing Whole Logs

    
 		 Log buildings have been a part of American culture since the days of the settlers. There are many log structures still in use that date back well over a hundred years. Each log home or cabin has its own unique aesthetic and tells its own story.

Edmunds & Company appreciates the intrinsic beauty of log buildings and understands the importance of preserving these treasures for future generations to enjoy.

Over the past thirty years, we have had the privilege to work on some treasured historic log buildings, not only in the Midwest, but also in other places beyond.

One of the reasons we have been successful with this type of restoration work is that we can balance the desire to retain the authentic look and charm of the log building with the use of modern techniques and materials that will keep the structure in good “health” for the foreseeable future.

For example: At the time some of these historic log buildings were constructed, Oakum chink was a good product to use. It kept flying insects out and allowed for air infiltration, which let the logs dry out from intermittent moisture. Many years later, our experience has shown that over time, the fibers in the rope lose the oils that acted as a preservative. Also, small rodents like to use oakum to build their nests, which can create its own set of problems. 

Removing Oakum chink and replacing it with modern, synthetic chink is a good compromise because latex chink adheres better to the logs and can flex with the natural expansion and contraction of the wood, thus minimizing the chance that water and get in behind the chink. Click here for more information about our chinking procedures.

See other historic buildings we have preserved:

1890's vintage home in the Park Falls / Minocqua / Hayward, Wisconsin area.
Bemidji State Park - picnic shelter in Bemidji, MN
Cokato Finnish Historical Society - Savu Sauna in Cokato, Minnesota.
1800's log barn, part of the Wirtanen Farms in Makinen, MN

If you need your rotted logs repaired contact us or call our toll free number 877-378-4403.

If you don’t know if you have rotted logs, see our common problems page to diagnose your specific problem areas.  

If you have small holes in your logs and dust piles forming on the surface of the logs, see problems with insects.

To learn about the benefits of treating with borates to prevent rot, click here.
 
To learn about why logs rot - click here.  

why hire us     Contact us if you want more information on how we can help you restore the beauty in      your      log  home or call us toll free at 877-378-4403.

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