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There is no good way to know for sure unless you use a moisture meter that is designed for measuring the moisture wp-content of wood. If a moisture meter is not used, then there is always the risk that there is too much moisture in the logs. Depending on your location, the moisture wp-content of your logs should be between 5-19%. (For example, in the super-dry and hot southwest Arizona, 5% is the safer number. In coastal Alaska, 19% is going to be about the norm.)

There are many stain on the market with which our products will work well. In general, our products are compatible with other water-bases. Some oil-bases are OK, too. For information on compatibility with your specific product, contact Customer Service.

Checks allow moisture and wood-destroying fungi to find their way deep into the interior of wood. When fungi have a food source (the wood), moisture, oxygen and the right temperature, they can lead to rot, which, in some cases, can negatively affect the structural integrity of the home. And it can be very costly to fix rot. Filling in those checks and cracks will save you money and stress down the line.

No. Capture Log Stain is formulated to provide the flexibility needed for log movement, and as a result, it is too soft to be put on horizontal wood decks. Capture Log Stain is not formulated to withstand the foot traffic and other extreme conditions on a deck. You can certainly use it on your deck railing system. If you choose to do this, you will want to implement some simple deck design tips (such as drilling weep holes) to help improve longevity.

They would most likely work; however, many Glu Lam beams are structural elements and it is usually forbidden to drill holes in these. Check with your architect and/or builder to ensure drilling in the beam is allowable.