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Timberframe Porch Mildew
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Ford Hall Heirloom TimberFraming Jan 18.
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Bruce- Hope you have a bonfire keeping you warm. I noticed some nights were reaching 1 degree for you! Take care.
Ford Hall
Heirloom Timber Framing
Ford: Thanks. Over three feet of snow on the roof and it will be awhile before we can attack the problem. Thanks for the tip on Land Ark's Exterior Finish.
Bruce
Bruce, I would suggest sanding the mildew with a 120 grit orbital. Afterward, sweep clean and apply Land Ark's Exterior Finish, reapply as necessary. Finally, sit back and enjoy worry free.
Ford Hall
Heirloom Timber Framing
go to www.riverbendtf.com for some great front porch pictures.
I was wondering if you have any pictures of your home? My wife and I are considering timber framing our renovation project and we live in Norway, Maine. Are you closer to Augusta?
The 25% bleach to 75% water should be plenty strong enough. No matter what the finished stain or oil mix, make sure it isn't a "sealer" in the traditional sense. The wood has to be able to "breathe". Large timbers like White Oak aren't thoroughly dr…
There a couple of items on the Thompsons water seal website that looked very promising (the waterproofers and Cleaners link above). Post some before and after picks when you are done with the cleaning.
Good Luck,
Jake
Jake: Appreciate the update and websites. I'll let you know how it works.
Regards,
Bruce
Bruce
I got the steps from the web site mentioned above, but I would guess they are referencing a normal size spray bottle which would be around 16 ounces. It also mentions that you can increase the amount of bleach in the spray bottle up to a quarter cup…
Jake: This is helpfiul, especially in terms of a "graduated response" to the problem. I was leery about my contractor using a belt sander to attack the problem!
Regarding " Mix a capfuil of bleach to cool water in the spray bottle," would that be on…
I got this info from http://www.ehow.com/how_4477911_remove-mildew-from-wood.html
Step 1
Wash the mildewed area with a sponge and soapy water. You do not have to use special wood soap. Rinse the area with clear water and allow to dry.
Step 2
Mix a…
IAs a new member of Timber Home Nation I''m not sure where to post a problem I am facing so I have this on my blog page and now here.
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We have a one-year old timberframe house in middle Maine. The porch timbers (white oak) have quite a…
We have a one-year old timberframe house in middle Maine. The porch timbers (white oak) have quite a bit of mildew. It was a long winter with a lot of snow and then a rainy spring. The wind blows from the west and north so that the front porch faces…
We have a one-year old timberframe house in middle Maine. The porch timbers (white oak) have quite a bit of mildew. It was a long winter with a lot of snow and then a rainy spring. The wind blows from the west and north so that the front porch faces…
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Timberframe Porch Mildew
We have a one-year old timberframe house in middle Maine. The porch timbers (white oak) have quite a bit of mildew. It was a long winter with a lot of snow and then a rainy spring. The wind blows from the west and north so that the front porch faces east and thus, the airflow is minimal. The timbers have only the original coat of oil. My builder has offered to sand the timbers but is not sure whether to use a bleach and in what proportions. Also, what would be the best suggestion for an oil seal… Continue
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