Got a call for a home that needs cleaning that has stained D-log siding. what is d- log at DuckDuckGo
The stain is transparent -Cedar. It was originally a light stain, but has darkened over the years from age.
I’ve not been out there yet, and I can only get a satellite view on G-maps. Zillow shows nothing of value.
Needs a basic cleaning for mold, mildew and algae.
Can I just hit this with basic house wash mix (3gal bleach, 2gal water plus Elemonator. ~0.6%)? I’ve done decks with solid stain before without any issues.
I do have Sodium metasilicate on hand.
Either way, should I be able to spray and rinse? Or should this take some pressure also, like on a deck?
I would imagine it would clean up the same as any other stained wood. Are they planning to stain after? As the advice typically goes, do a small test spot and then proceed if all looks good. I’d also be cautious of using pressure, 1200 or less but start low and work up.
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That’s been my thought, but the issue is: I’ve only dealt with raw wood, and solid stain- like the paint-type stain.
No idea. I did not specifically ask, nor did they mention it. The impression is that they are just looking to get it cleaned. I don’t believe it’s going on the market. It’s a 2nd property.
That was my thought. Not actually blasting it, but just getting close enough to clean…like on a raw wood deck.
I appreciate the input!
Any other thoughts?
I have not noticed much a difference in raw vs. stained in terms of “removing” the stain with a hw mix… If it doesn’t have a ton of organic growth, maybe just some surfactant to knock down the dirt/dust/cobwebs?
I’m going to head out there, likely this weekend, and take a look at it. He said it has “darkened” over the years, but I’m not sure if that’s just age, or if it’s from build up.
I may have to hit it with light pressure, but the price will just go up a bit.
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Yeah, if you can’t spray and rinse, price accordingly. Wood takes time for sure….especially log cabin if all surfaces need some pressure.
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Darkening - likely means they have done zero maintenance to it. SH may make it streak. Don’t know, not there, haven’t seen a pic. Just guesses.
If you want, call your local (regional) permachink. They sell all kinds of stuff for log homes. Just a word of warning, all log homes and 1/2 log homes leak when PW.
Edit: I second what @Kentucky1234 said, price accordingly. You may need to break out a brush…most likely…probably guaranteed.
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