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It doesn’t get any more important than this. This is a big job….do you want to do it again in a few years because you cheaped out on a quality log stain?!?

Poor log home stain not only doesn’t last but requires removal when it fails. Plus, you have to do the big job all over again! More time, more cost and it rips your soul out.  A log dream can quickly turn into a log nightmare!

Be good to yourself and your home and only use the highest quality log home stain on the market.  Stain and caulking designed for wood, are not made for logs… we can’t stress this enough. 

We have different log stain lines all designed for logs and timbers and for various different applications. Speak with a specialist and we will help you select what is best for your specific scenario. We carry only high performance stain specifically made for these applications. Choose from Sashco, Perma-Chink, Timber Pro or Sikkens (Sico)

How do I choose? What is the difference?

Sashco Capture Log Stain– Water Based and a great choice when dealing with a raw logs or timbers. Maintenance is a clear coat. (less expensive and easier)

Sashco Transformation Siding and Trim Log Stain– Oil in water Hybrid formula. Great on logs & timbers, decks, fences and trims. No Peel Formula. Maintenance is a stain coat.

Sashco Transformation Log and Timber Log Stain– Oil based. Great for restoration jobs. Glossy finish. Chemically compatible with a wide range of stains (the go-to stain when you’re not sure what was previously on the wood). Maintenance is a stain coat

Perma-Chink Ultra 2 – This is their Water Based flag ship 2 coat system. Maintenance is a clear coat (less expensive and easier) . 20 Colors to choose from. 5 Year Warranty Available

Perma-Chink Ultra 7 – This is their Water Based premium 1 coat system that is very popular with builders and contractors. Maintenance is a clear coat (less expensive and easier) . 9 Colors to choose from. 5 Year Warranty Available

Perma-Chink Lifeline Exterior/Interior – Water Based 2 coat economical stain system.  Maintenance is a clear coat (less expensive and easier) . 10 Colors to choose from

Perma-Chink Lifeline Accents Interior/Exterior – Water Based 2 coat trim stains.  Maintenance is a clear coat (less expensive and easier) . 18 Colors to choose from

Perma-Chink Log & Timber Defense – Water Based 1-2 coat cost effective stain.  Maintenance is wash and reapply . 7 Colors available. 

Perma-Chink Deck Defense – Water Based 1-2 coat cost effective stain. Non peel forumla  Maintenance is wash and reapply . 

Timber Pro Log and Siding Stain–  88 different colors. Unique waterborne natural-oil resin. Great on raw logs. Maintenance can be another color coat or clear coat.

Timber Pro XP Stain–  88 different colors. Unique waterborne natural-oil resin. Compatible for going over most stains**. Maintenance can be another color coat or clear coat.

Timber Pro Deck and Fence Stain–  88 different colors . Unique waterborne natural-oil resin.  No Peel Formula. Maintenance is a stain coat.

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Sashco Capture Log Stain (Water Based)

Capture® Log Stain’s unique formula moves freely as your logs move, instead of cracking and peeling like the other wood finishes.

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Sansin Deck Stain

Price range: $15.59 through $627.99

Sansin Dec is a penetrating, breathable finish designed for decks, docks, and other horizontal wood surfaces. It delivers superior water and UV protection without cracking, peeling, or blistering—ideal for high-traffic exterior applications.

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Sashco Cascade Exterior Clearcoat

Protect your Stain and Logs

You’ve applied Capture® Log Stain and your log home is now the perfect color – the one you always dreamed of. Now it’s time to apply Cascade® Clear Top Coat to help keep your log home in picture-perfect shape for years to come. Cascade’s sheen brings out the depth and character of the wood grain while minimizing color shifts in the Capture® Log Stain. Its easy-to-apply water-based formula makes routine maintenance simple and headache-free, so you get to spend more time enjoying log your home, not working on it. 

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Sansin Dec Topcoat

Price range: $18.99 through $577.99
Sansin DEC Topcoat is a durable, breathable topcoat designed to extend the life of Sansin DEC finishes on decks, fences, and siding. It enhances color retention, repels water, and resists peeling and UV degradation for long-term surface protection.
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Sashco Symphony Interior Clear Coat (Water Based)

Welcome home to Symphony Interior Clear Wood Finish®. It’s music to the eyes.

Enjoy the clean glow of wood with Symphony® interior clear wood finish. The wood of a finely-crafted cello creates a distinguished resonance, just as Symphony® works in harmony with the unique character of your logs and wood to reflect an atmosphere of cozy warmth and elegance. Symphony’s elastic yet scuff-resistant formula means hassle-free cleaning... Eyes can focus on the relaxing ambience, not on gathered dust. Welcome home to Symphony®. It’s music to the eyes.

**The Satin finish cannot freeze. If you need this one in the winter, give us a call and we can help coordinate heated shipping for you.  

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Sashco Transformation Log and Timber (Oil Based)

Sashco Transformation Log & Timber Stain is a high-performance oil-based stain designed to restore the rich, natural beauty of log homes and timber exteriors. With deep color, superior adhesion, and proven durability—even in harsh climates—this flexible finish delivers outstanding protection with easy maintenance.

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Perma-Chink Deck Defense (Hybrid)

Deck Defense is the best wood stain for your decks, rails and fences. It has been engineered for better performance, longer life, and easier application. Although it is a totally waterborne product, Deck Defense has penetrating properties like oil finishes, but unlike oil-based products, it hardens into a lattice-like coating, supporting and strengthening the natural wood fibers from the inside out. Customers can feel secure in the knowledge that their investment is protected from the natural damaging effects of sun, wind, and water. Deck Defense is easy to apply and maintain, and is ideal for coating decks, fences, railings and other horizontal surfaces. Our new deck stain is available in seven colors to complement our exterior wall finishes. Deck Defense can be applied over older Deck Defense-stained decking provided proper application and surface preparation.

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Sashco Colorfast Pre Stain

Prevent natural darkening of your wood home. Colorfast prepares rough or smooth surfaces for uniform stain absorption.

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Perma-Chink Lifeline Ultra-2 Stain (Water Based)

Lifeline Ultra-2 is Perma-Chink’s premium two-coat exterior stain system designed for log and timber homes. It enhances wood grain clarity, resists UV damage, and delivers long-lasting protection when used with Lifeline Advance clear coat. Ideal for new construction or restoration.

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Perma-Chink Lifeline Ultra-7 Stain (Water Based)

Highest Performance Transparent Wood Stain

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Perma-Chink Lifeline Advance Clear Coat

Lifeline Advance extends the life of the finish system while adding depth and highlights to the appearance. It makes your exterior walls easier to keep clean and has the right permeability to keep the film breathable while repelling liquid water. Lifeline Advance is the second component in our exterior wall finish system that includes a limited warranty when used with Lifeline Ultra-7 and Lifeline Ultra-2.

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Perma-Chink Lifeline Acrylic

Lifeline Acrylic is a furniture grade clear coat for interior use. Lifeline Acrylic forms an attractive and durable protective film that adds sheen and makes cleaning wood surfaces a breeze. It can be applied onto Lifeline Interior or Prelude or directly over bare wood. Acrylic Gloss and Satin are an excellent finish for highlighting interior log walls, cabinets, paneling, timbers, trim, railings and other vertical wood surfaces. The resilient acrylic polymers in Acrylic Gloss and Satin help protect water-based stains, paints and sealers from abrasion, wear and water damage. The smooth finish provided by Acrylic Gloss or Satin makes woodwork easier to clean.

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Perma-Chink Log & Timber Defense (Hybrid)

Log and Timber Defense is a new technology semi-transparent wood stain that provides the ease of application and penetration of the older solvent oils with the performance and longevity of a penetrating polymer based finish. This combination is truly unique. Log and Timber Defense penetrates into the wood like an oil coating, but unlike oils, it hardens into a lattice, supporting and strengthening the natural wood fibers to protect the wood from the inside out.

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Sansin SDF

Sansin SDF is a one-coat, penetrating wood finish for siding, decks, fences, and log homes that delivers durable protection without peeling or blistering. Its breathable formula enhances wood grain, resists UV and water damage, and is easy to maintain. SDF has exceptional UV resistance and creates a monolithic bond with wood for long-term durability. Product Quantity Calculator & More Info
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Sansin Roof-Tec

Price range: $351.99 through $370.99
Sansin Roof-Tec is a high-performance, penetrating treatment that protects cedar and pine shake or shingle roofs from water, UV, and structural degradation. Available in Naturals, Translucent, Saturated, Ultra Saturated, and Solid Hide colors, it extends roof life while preserving the wood’s character. Product Quantity Calculator & More Info
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Sansin SDF Naturals Topcoat

Price range: $140.99 through $645.99
SDF Naturals Topcoat is a low-lustre, eco-friendly finish that locks in the colour of Sansin SDF while adding long-lasting UV and water protection to exterior wood—all without cracking, peeling, or blistering. This product does not require tinting and is formulated for Sansin's Natural colors. Product Quantity Calculator & More Info
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Sansin PROTECT-A-CUT

Original price was: $24.99.Current price is: $20.99.
Water resistant protective coating for ends of Pressure Treated Lumber.
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Sansin Foundation

Price range: $99.99 through $501.99
Sansin Foundation is a penetrating wood conditioner that prepares and stabilizes bare wood for even stain absorption. It enhances finish uniformity, reduces blotchiness, and improves long-term performance of Sansin Classic and SDF systems Product Quantity Calculator & More Info
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Sansin ENS Optimum Clear

Price range: $61.99 through $702.99
Sansin ENS Optimum Clear is a high-performance clear topcoat that delivers exceptional durability and UV protection. Compatible with Sansin systems such as SDF, Classic, DEC, and ENS, as well as other water- and solvent-based finishes. Ideal for use on wood, fiberglass, metal, and composite substrates. Available in Gloss, Satin, Low Lustre, and Extra Low Lustre sheens, it enhances and preserves color with a long-lasting, low-maintenance finish. To refresh color, it can be tinted with different tint loads. best log stain Product Quantity Calculator & More Info
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Sansin Pressure Plus

Original price was: $79.99.Current price is: $72.99.
Sansin PressurePlus is a one-step, water-borne treatment that enhances the color and durability of pressure-treated wood. Designed for decks, fences, and balconies, it reduces swelling, improves water repellency, and adds UV protection with a natural, breathable finish. Product Quantity Calculator & More Info
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Sikkens Deck Stain

Original price was: $156.99.Current price is: $149.99.
Sikkens deck stain Cetol DEK Finish, now renamed Sico Proluxe Premium Deck Wood Finishing in Canada  is a high performance, translucent satin finish for exterior decks. This alkyd high solids formulation offers optimum protection, ultimate durability and a beautiful furniture finish appearance with the simplicity of a one product two coat application
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Sansin ENS Naturals Topcoat

Price range: $152.99 through $702.99
Sansin ENS Naturals Topcoat is a clear, satin-finish wood coating that enhances the tone of natural wood while boosting UV protection and water repellency. Ideal for use over existing finishes like SDF, Classic, DEC, or ENS, this environmentally friendly topcoat delivers long-lasting beauty and durability for decks, siding, doors, and outdoor furniture. Product Quantity Calculator & More Info
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Sikkens Cetol SRD RE (Oil Based)

Price range: $79.99 through $359.99
Great for Decks! Sikkens Cetol SRD is an excellent oil-based solution for most types of outdoor exterior applications. It gives a translucent effect, and you only have to apply one coat on siding, decking, log homes, and rails. Furthermore, you can have your pick from no less than seven different wood tones. Stain Calculator
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Sansin Timber-Tec C20 and M30

Price range: $390.99 through $410.99
Sansin Timber-Tec C-20 and M-30 are breathable, penetrating pretreatments that protect logs and timbers during construction from UV, moisture, and discoloration. C-20 is a clear version ideal for short-term exposure, while M-30 is a milky, light-reflective version for longer timelines. Surfaces must be properly cleaned before final staining. Product Quantity Calculator & More Info
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Sikkens Cetol 1 (Oil Based)

Price range: $109.99 through $519.99
Sikkens Cetol 1 RE Stain is a premium, translucent, exterior wood base coat to be used with Sikkens Cetol 23 Plus. Its superior oil alkyd formulation offers excellent penetration and adhesion to vertical wood surfaces. Powerful UV absorbents protect color and wood substrates. Provides a mildew-resistant finish. Stain Calculator
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Sansin Classic 2

Price range: $15.49 through $622.99

Sansin Classic 2 is the second step in Sansin’s Classic 123 system, designed to deepen colour, enhance water repellency, and prepare wood for long-term durability. This hybrid penetrating finish builds on Classic 1 to deliver a breathable, UV-resistant surface ideal for log homes and timbers.

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Sansin Woodforce Clear

Price range: $74.99 through $344.99
Sansin WoodForce Clear is a low-VOC, breathable wood treatment that protects vertical exterior wood from moisture, UV damage, and blackening—without forming a film or altering its natural look. Ideal for log homes, siding, timbers, and wood roofing, it allows wood to weather evenly and beautifully over time while remaining easy to maintain. Product Quantity Calculator & More Info
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Sikkens Cetol 23 Plus RE (Oil Based)

Price range: $124.99 through $579.99
Sikkens Cetol 23 Plus is a premium translucent topcoat for Cetol 1. Sikkens Cetol 23 Plus offers superior UV protection, and is highly transparent, water repellent, weather resistant, flexible, and breathable. Stain Calculator
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We've owned our log home for over ten years and I have a pretty good understanding of maintenance and construction issues. I must say his knowledge, advice and service was excellent. I was most impressed with the immediate (same day) turn around on my order. I will certainly be doing business with Canada’s Log Home Store in the future.

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