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Log homes are built to last. In North Idaho, the full spectrum of the elements truly puts that to the test.

Owning a log home is an unconventional decision that has it's own set of unique rewards. It also comes with some unique upkeep that differs from most homes today.
Any home is under constant assault from moisture, sunlight, and time. On a log home, keeping the stain and finish in good condition is paramount to protecting the legacy and aesthetic of the home.
Once the finish on a log home has broken down, an opening is created for mold, rot, and discoloration to develop within the logs.

Preserving a log home requires specialty products and processes which differ from traditional wood stains and paint.

Services

Our Services

EstablishED 2007

Log Home Staining

Applications of stain & clear coats every 3 to 7 years (depending on the type of stain and exposure to the elements) protect the beauty and longevity of your home while preventing the additional costs and work involved in refinishing a log home that has experienced damage and decay from the elements.
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Log Restoration

If the existing log stain is peeling, missing, or the color of the wood is grey or variegated  your log home will need to be refinished. This means completely removing the old finish and applying new stain and clear coats. If restoration is necessary, the good news is that when complete, your home will experience an amazing transformation!
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Chinking & Sealing

No stain job is complete without addressing areas that need sealing. Whether that's complete start-to-finish chinking on new construction or sealing log cracks and repairing damaged existing chink lines.
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Our Process

We believe every project deserves a signature effort. Having quality craftsmanship and thorough attention to detail.

Inspection

We inspect and document the condition of the logs and existing stain, looking for water damage, UV damage, rot, holes or large cracks.

Prepare the Logs

If the job is a maintenance update, this generally consists of washing the home's exterior. On a restoration job, this includes buffing, sanding or media blasting the old finish off and repairing damaged logs.

Stain & Finish the Logs

Multiple applications of stain and clear coats depending on existing finishes and owner preferences.

Sealing Up

After the logs and finish are stained and finished, we address chinking and sealing needs. From new build log chinking to check seals to existing chink line repair.

About Us

With an extensive prior history of refinishing all things wood, and inspired by the natural beauty of log and timber frame homes, Northern Color was established in 2007 with the aim of meeting the staining, refinishing, and restoration needs of log homes in North Idaho.

Northern Color is owned and operated by long-time Idaho residents Robert Lange and Dietrich Lange.

Robert Lange

Dietrich Lange

Log Stain & Chinking Brands We Work With