INTERIOR STAINING

                All wood products to be stained (log walls, tongue &groove walls, beams, etc.)( should first be cleaned with a solution of bleach and water if necessary).  Mix the solution at a 50:50 ratio, aply with a garden sprayer, scrub the wood with a brush and rinse.  Sanding may also be needed before staining.  A random orbital sander is the best tool for this task.  All beams (4x8, 3x12, 6x12, etc.) should be stained before installation.

                You should also apply a sealant to your interior wood products after staining (some products are stain and sealant combined).  This is usually a clear finish varnish-type product and can be sprayed on with an airless sprayer.  Back brushing is usually required to prevent running.  Each of the companies whose literature you received with your home manufacture interior sealants.  Refer to the manufacturer’s installation instructions for exact procedures for applying interior stains and sealants.