Perma Chink Log Home Sealant - How to use refillable caulk gun, follow plate

World of Stains is proud to carry log home products from Perma-Chink Systems.  According to the manufacturer, Perma-Chink log home sealant is "a flexible, textured chinking that seals the open gaps between logs to eliminate heat loss and air infiltration." Although the sealant has the look of traditional mortar, it's actually a pure acrylic that "adheres to logs and stretches to maintain a tight seal by following log movement."

The product is available in three convenient forms:  11 oz tubes, 30 oz tubes, and 5 Gallon pails.  Since World of Stains ships 5 GL pails free, for many jobs pails are clearly the best choice.  A lot of customers wonder, "How do you get the chinking from the pail to the gaps in my log home?"  This week we'd like to share this excellent video produced by Perma-Chink that shows you how these accessories are used.




You can find the featured items on our site at the following links:

Perma-Chink Log Home Sealant

Cox Bulk Loading Gun

Cox Follow Plate

World of Stains representatives are available weekdays 8-5 Mountain time by phone at 866-645-5544. Call us, or visit our website any time at www.worldofstains.com

Wood Stains and Cleaners: Proper Storage In Cold Winter Weather | PRLog

Brrrrr! With cold winter weather all over the country, World of Stains wants to make sure that your stains and wood cleaners are stored safely. Be sure to read our article linked below to learn more about storing oil based wood stains, waterborne finishes, and wood and deck cleaners, brighteners, and strippers.


Wood Stains and Cleaners: Proper Storage In Cold Winter Weather | PRLog

Warm Thanksgiving Wishes

On behalf of all of us at World of Stains, we wish you a happy and hearty Thanksgiving Day.

Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more. It turns denial into acceptance, chaos to order, confusion to clarity. It can turn a meal into a feast, a house into a home, a stranger into a friend. Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today and creates a vision for tomorrow. . .  by Melody Beattie

Wood Stains: Buy Now before Price Increases go into Effect | PRLog

Wood Stains: Buy Now before Price Increases go into Effect | PRLog

Michigan Home Owner Prepares Hardwood Deck for Winter

Mr. Brown of Farmington Hills, Michigan has a 600 sq. ft. two-level hardwood deck that overlooks several acres of a grassy and tree-filled yard.  He knew that with winter quickly arriving, it was time to stain and seal the deck in order to protect the wood from snow and water damage. The homeowner hired a contractor who recommended Superdeck’s Exotic Hardwood Stain so Mr. Brown began to search the internet to select a wood stain supplier.

When he visited World of Stains, he found the wood stain and sealer he wanted and called their customer service department.  Because he was purchasing 10 gallons of the product, World of Stains offered him free shipping. “I received excellent help from the World of Stains expert I spoke with.  The ordering process was simple and I received my order in a short period of time.”

The Superdeck Exotic Wood Stain was applied and really brought out the beauty of the wood grain in Mr. Brown’s deck.

Both the homeowner and his wife are more than satisfied with the look of their deck, “I’ve lived here for 25 years and stained the wood deck a number of times over the years,” he remarked.  “This is by far the best my deck has ever looked in all that time.  We really enjoy spending time on the deck having barbeques and just enjoying the outdoors.  I would highly recommend both World of Stains and Superdeck Exotic Wood Stains to anyone!”

World of Stains: Customer Service at its Finest

When Stacey Hewlett of Hewlett General Contractors was looking for wood stain, she started with local hardware stores. Unfortunately, they didn't carry the high quality products she was looking for. Then she turned to the internet. But Stacey had questions that went beyond the information she found online so she called several suppliers. What Stacey experienced was frustrating to her. Most of the wood stain distributors she talked with could not or would not take the time to help her find the perfect products for the wood deck she was building. Finally she located World of Stains. "I can't say enough about the amazing customer service I received from World of Stains." For Stacey, the expertise and unparalleled commitment to customer satisfaction was what cinched her choice of online wood stain suppliers.

Read the rest of the article by clicking here.

World of Stains Product Profile: GacoRoof Coating

World of Stains is pleased to carry GacoRoof, the number one product on the market for protecting roof surfaces from harsh elements.  Flat roofs, in particular, are subject to water damage due to ponding water, snow and harsh UV rays.  GacoRoof’s unique 100% silicone coating provides long-lasting protection and a 50 year product warranty.  Because of its composition, GacoRoof maintains it adhesive qualities while staying flexible in response to temperature and weather changes including severe, freezing cold and intense heat.

GacoRoof’s reflective bright white surface resists damage sun and ozone while reducing energy costs. Other color options include Grey, now available as a factory tinted color, and Mohave Tan, using GacoRoof colorants. In addition to being resistant to softening, bubbling and peeling, GacoRoof also offers resistance to mold, mildew and staining.

The coating is easy to apply with a roller directly onto the roof and there is no need to use a patching compound, fabric, sheeting, or primer beforehand.  Simply roll on two coats and your roof is protected.   The versatility of GacoRoof is unsurpassed: the coating may be applied to metal, tar and gravel, asphalt, composite, concrete, barrel tile and other roof types. Application can take place in weather ranging from 32° to 120° Fahrenheit, and it won’t freeze during storage. 

As this World of Stains GacoRoof how-to video illustrates, GacoRoof is a commercial grade roof coating that a completely inexperienced person can apply to their roof.  Available in a 5-gallon pail from World of Stains, this product ships free to your door. Call 866-645-5544 to speak to a helpful World of Stains representative.

Squidoo: Exotic Hardwood Decks

World of Stains is your source for deck stains and all other wood stain and finish products. Our online retail store is available 24 hours a day, every day and offers a large selection of the highest quality wood care products on the market.

Exotic hardwoods are the most durable woods available for exterior wood decks. This Squidoo lens discusses some of the most popular hardwoods available and then proceeds to include a section on the care and maintenance of hardwood decks. Take a look at the article and give us some "like" love and a thumbs up. Then feel free to share it!

Hardwood Deck Maintenance

World of Stains published an article (or lens, as they call it) on Squidoo regarding Hardwood Deck Maintenance. Here is a taste of what the article says but we hope you will read the whole lens, give it a thumbs up, like it and share it! 

World of Stains offers the highest quality exterior wood care and concrete protection products on the market at the most affordable prices.

World of Stains' online store caters to homeowners, handymen (and women), and contractors who are looking for the best products available in residential and commercial exterior wood stains, wood finishes, concrete coatings and more. Whether you are starting with a brand new wood structure or planning regular wood maintenance, World of Stains has what you need. This lens is about deck stain maintenance.


Exterior wood decks add beauty and extend the living space of your home. Maintaining your wood deck is critical in order to keep it beautiful and to insure you protect the wood from the elements. With a return of 73% on the initial investment, wood decks are one of the most valuable assets contributing to the value of your home. A hardwood deck is such a great investment is because it increases your living area at a minimal cost per square foot compared to other home improvements.

World of Stains Offers Low VOC Deck Stains and Finishes

Volatile Organic Compounds or VOC’s are present in most stains, paints, and finishes.  Regulations on VOC content levels have been adopted both federally and in many states.

Among the huge selection of exterior wood products available at World of Stains are a number of VOC compliant deck stains and VOC compliant wood finishes.  Products available from Penofin and Messmer’s meet or exceed the VOC requirements of Southern California, which has the strictest requirements, and all other states with such regulations.

The low VOC wood care products carried by World of Stains are of exceptional quality and their performance in beautifying and protecting exterior wood decks is uncompromised.  Messmer’s UV Plus for Hardwood Decks, for example, is a popular wood stain that comes in 1 gallon and 5 gallon pails. For the ultimate in low emissions, we also offer Penofin’s Verde.  Penofin states that Verde is, “a 100% sustainable, petroleum free oil finish with no heavy metal compounds, no odor, and no offensive fumes.”  World of Stains offers Verde in a choice of several attractive colors.

World of Stains is pleased to be a wood stain supplier and to offer low VOC wood deck stain and wood finish products among our large inventory of exterior wood products. Browse through our online retail store to select your wood care product at www.worldofstains.com.

Your Wood Fence: How to Enhance Its Beauty and Life

Not only are wood fences a visually attractive addition to your home, they also provide the family with privacy and help to keep children and pets safe. Restoring the beauty and durability of your wood fence is a fairly simple process. Applying a quality stain will ensure your fence is able to withstand the damaging effects of sun, rain and snow. See more:
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/6574370 

 

World of Stains Stocks Stain Application Equipment

World of Stains has a full line-up of application equipment for your wood stain and other exterior finish projects. Our on-line store offers applicators and pads, brushes, roller covers, drop cloths, and more that can be delivered to your door along with your wood care products.

We also carry sprayers including a Chapin 1 Gallon Clean-N-Seal pump-style sprayer for low viscosity wood stains.  For an airless option, we carry the ASM brand Zip-Spray, Easy Spray Painter (ESP) which is an entry-level sprayer offering ease of use and high performance, and designed for homeowners and handymen who spray on occasionally.

Take a look at these and our high quality wood care products at World of Stains.

Our Newest "How To" Video: Daich Terrazzo Concrete Coating

This week, World of Stains announced our newest product: Daich Terrazzo High Performance Concrete Coating.  The link to the press release is found in our previous blog.  We are also pleased to present you with the "Daich Terrazzo How To Video."  The demonstration captured on this video illustrates both the ease of using the product and the beauty of the final product.

World of Stains Adds New Concrete Coating Product | PRLog

Take a look at our recent press release on our newest product. World of Stains Adds New Concrete Coating Product | PRLog

Receive a $50 Credit from World of Stains

We want to feature you in the World of Stains Blog and on our Facebook Page!  If you purchased wood stains or finishes for your wood deck, fence, siding or log home  - or plan to in the next week - you can receive a $50 credit from World of Stains by agreeing to talk about your project and how the product worked for you.  Simply respond to this blog or Facebook posting or give us a call at 1-866-645-5544 and we will set up a telephone interview with you.  The interview will take around 10 minutes of your time and you will receive the $50 credit to our online store.  We hope you will consider sharing a photo of your finished project with us as well!

World of Stains is your source for wood stains and wood finishes.

Ezine Article About Exterior Wood Care in Preparation for Winter

We have a new article on exterior wood care titled Exterior Wood Staining: It's That Time of Year. Take a look!

Wood Decks: Priceless Memories with Family and Friends

In an earlier blog I talked about the financial returns a wood deck provides: you get a return of 73% on your initial investment by adding a wood deck to your home not to mention an expanded living space for your family. 

But if together we think about the real value of having a beautiful wood deck, it is the memories we create as we enjoy the company of family and friends that count the most. Whether we host a party, have a barbecue, share a glass of wine, play a card or board game, or just have a simple chat, deck time is worth more than money can buy. 

Think of the times at restaurants when, given the option, you chose to have your meal on the outdoor deck like the beautiful one at Silver Fork Lodge near Solitude Ski Resort in Utah.

Regardless of where a great wood deck is located - at a business or personal location - they add an element of charm and tranquility to any setting. Of course, we at World of Stains are available to help you maintain the beauty of your wood deck with our wood care products.  In the meantime, what are your best memories of events or moments spent on a well maintained wood deck?

Free Shipping on 5 Gallon Pails of Exterior Wood Care Products

Did you know that at World of Stains, we offer free shipping on all 5 gallon pails, including wood stains, deck stains, log home finishes, roof coatings, log home chinking, and masonry products?  Those exterior wood and other products that qualify for free shipping to the 48 contiguous states are identified with a “Ships Free” truck icon on our website.

Nearly all orders on in-stock products are shipped that day or the next business day.  Unlike traditional paint stores that may only stock a few gallons of your favorite stains and coatings, World of Stains stocks thousands of gallons ready to ship directly to you.  Take a look at our warehouse full of wood products and coatings to beautify your home.  

As always, we provide exceptional customer service and knowledgeable sales staff.  If you have any questions, call us at 866-645-5544 weekdays 8-5 MST, or visit us any time at http://www.worldofstains.com.

Featuring Cabot: Premium Wood Care

World of Stains is proud to offer the largest selection and highest quality exterior wood stains , wood finishes, and other related products on the market. With brands like Cabot, Gaco Coatings, Gemini, Messmers, Perma-Chink, Penofin, Superdeck , TWP and Wolman, you have a huge variety of stains to choose from. And the best part – they can be delivered right to your door! Over the next few months, we’d like to highlight our product lines to help you become familiar with the variety we offer.

This blog features Cabot products. Cabot specializes in protecting and enhancing exterior wood. Cabot’s Australian Timber Oil Wood Stain is an excellent choice for hardwoods such as Mahogany, Ipe, Brazilian Redwood, and Teak with its unique blend of oils. For a translucent wood finish, Cabot’s Clear Solution Stain Series helps to protect wood while allowing the natural wood grain to show through. Consistently rating high in Consumer Reports, Cabot is a recognized leader in the world of wood care.

We look forward to introducing you to our other outstanding product lines in subsequent blogs. Have a great day!

Log Home Maintenance: Important Before Winter Sits In

Late summer and early fall are excellent times to clean, stain and finish your log home. Log and timber frame homes can be protected with penetrating finishes for a stained look, or film forming finishes for a varnished appearance that approaches a fine furniture look. World of Stains offers products that provide UV protection, that will hold up to harsh sunlight and weather. Film forming finishes are more susceptible to peeling if not maintained properly, so consider the maintenance recommendations of the manufacturer before making your choice. Once you use a film forming finish on exterior wood, you cannot go back and use a penetrating finish unless the previous coating is completely removed. Following are steps to follow in maintaining your log home:

1. Clean the logs with a wood cleaning product. The wood cleaner will remove any dirt, mold or mildew that may have accumulated on the log surface. Apply the cleaner and let it sit for 15 to 30 minutes. Then scrub it down with a nylon bristle brush. Rinse the logs down thoroughly with water after cleaning. Check for any cracks and checks that need to be caulked before you begin staining.

2. Use a wood brightener to lighten the logs back up if they turn dark after cleaning. Apply the wood brightener and let it sit for 10 to 15 minutes, and then rinse it off thoroughly with water. Allow 24 hours of drying time prior to staining.

3. Select a quality log home stain. Look for a product with high solids content, 60 percent or higher. Solids content is the ratio of effective ingredients to solvent to protect your home from moisture. The effective ingredients are oils and pigment. Solvent helps the oils and pigment penetrate the wood. High-quality pigments are important because the pigment is what protects your logs from the sun's harmful ultra-violet (UV) rays. A penetrating oil-based log home finish is a complete product that both stains, and seals your wood.

4. Apply the stain using a paint brush, roller, or sprayer. Work along the length of each log. Be sure to work the stain into the groves and spaces between the logs. If the wood is dry, apply as much stain as the wood will absorb without over applying. Very dry homes may require two or three coats. Remove excess stain with a dry brush.

For more information on our products and what will work best for your home, give us a call at 1-866-645-5544. Our in-house experts will provide you with answers to any wood stain or finish question. Thanks to Robert Howard at ehow.com for information contained in this blog.

Deck Maintenance: Investing in your Investment

Maintaining your wood deck is critical in order to keep it beautiful and insure you protect the wood from the elements.  With a return of 73% on the initial investment, wood decks are one of the most valuable assets contributing to the value of your home. One of the reasons a deck is such a great investment is because it increases your living area at a minimal cost per square foot. 


Regular maintenance will provide you and your family with an enjoyable gathering place for years to come.  World of Stains is happy to make the following maintenance recommendations:

1. Make sure you stain and seal your deck. A surprising number of homeowners neglect to keep their deck protected. At World of Stains, we supply a large selection of top quality products that contain both stain and seal in one application!
2. Break off splinters and sand sharp edges, then apply finish to the repair (or entire deck if needed). Make sure all nails, screws and bolts are hammered down or tightened.
3. Clean your deck regularly with specially designed deck preparation and cleaning products. Cleaning is particularly important to avoid mold and mildew.
4. Maintain the safety of your deck by replacing worn-out boards and railings.

For more information on our products, take a look at our website at World of Stains.

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World of Stains stocks product from the leading wood stain manufacturers, including Messmers UV Plus and Timberflex products, Cabot Australian Timber Oil, Penofin Blue and Red Label, Superdeck deck and siding stain and log finish, and TWP 100 and 500 series wood preservatives. You can buy wood stains and finishes online with confidence. We offer fast service and nearly unlimited inventory.


We look forward to providing you with  information on our products, home improvement suggestions, and wood care that will brighten and sustain the beauty and lifetime of your home investment. Visit us today at www.worldofstains.com.