Smooth Chink Paint
Latex Paint for Log Home Chinking
Fresh stain gives log walls a renewed appearance, but faded chinking often stands out once the project is finished. Chink Paint is a smooth acrylic coating made to restore or change the color of existing Perma-Chink while maintaining a uniform finish across the exterior.
Its flexible formula expands and contracts with the underlying sealant to resist cracking and peeling. Whether refreshing weathered joints or covering stains left behind during refinishing, this chinking paint delivers a clean, consistent appearance without replacing the existing chinking.
Shop Available Sizes
Color touch-ups do not require the exact amount as a full exterior refresh. Chink Paint Smooth is available in one- and five-gallon pails. This gives homeowners options to fit the scope of the work. Assess the project beforehand to reduce extra trips for supplies once restoration is underway.
Product Information
Weather leaves its mark on every log home. Wood finishes are often renewed long before the chinking needs replacement, leaving the joints looking faded beside freshly stained logs. A coat of chink paint brings those surfaces back into balance without removing the existing sealant.
Homeowners often ask, can you paint chinking instead of replacing it? If the underlying Perma-Chink remains clean, sound, and properly bonded, the answer is yes. Chink Paint renews the color while preserving the flexibility needed as the home expands and contracts through seasonal weather.
Features
- UV Stable
- Covers Existing Chink Stains From Wood Staining
- Stretches – Won’t Crack or Peel
- Suitable For All Climates
Resource Links
- SDS (External website)
- Product Label – Textured
- Product Label – Smooth
- Sealants Application Guide
How to Store
Many restoration projects leave a small amount of chink paint in the pail after the work is finished. Save unused material for future touch-ups. Seal the lid tightly. Extreme temperatures affect consistency, so choose a stable environment.
Chinking Paint Application
Start by mixing the contents thoroughly before opening the brush. Pigments and other ingredients settle. A consistent blend yields a uniform color and dependable adhesion. The textured version also contains aggregate that should be fully dispersed before application.
A brush with stiff, two- to three-inch bristles gives better control while following each chink line. Mistakes happen. Wipe away any paint that reaches the stained wood before it dries. Cleanup takes little effort afterward with nothing more than soap and water.
Maintenance
Freshly finished joints do not demand much attention. Inspect the home as the seasons change. Rain, dust, and pollen dull the surface. Clean gently to bring the original appearance back. Areas that begin to fade can be refreshed with another coat after the surface has been cleaned.
Application Temperature
40° to 90°F
Application Methods
- Brush
Surface Preparation
- Clean and dry
Shelf Life
3 Years
Frequency
As desired
Special Instructions
- Apply one coat
- Do not allow to freeze
Drying Time
- 30-60 minutes
Coverage
- 2″ Joint – 600 linear feet / gallon
- 3″ Joint – 400 linear feet / gallon
- 4″ Joint – 300 linear feet / gallon
Recommended Products
Chink Paint Application
lWhen applying Chink Paint, the first step is to make sure the product is well mixed. Chink Paint, both Textured and Smooth, contain a blend of raw material ingredients that need to be uniformly dispersed to ensure proper color, adhesion and long term performance. Furthermore, Chink Paint Textured contains an aggregate to give it the similar textured appearance to Perma-Chink.
Chink Paint is best applied using a paint brush with about two to three inches of fairly stiff bristles. Keep a wet rag handy to wipe off any Chink Paint that may get on stained surfaces and clean-up with soap and water.
Frequently Asked Questions
aChink Paint FAQ
My log home chinking looks dirty, what can I do?
If your log home is properly sealed and you’re not replacing chinking, you can use our special Chink Paint to freshen the look of your log home. Read more about it here.
How can I change the color of chinking?
If you’ve purchased a log home and not a fan of the chinking color, you can change it with our special Chink Paint. Check out the available colors here
Can Chink Paint be stored over winter?
Chink Paint is one of our few products that is not freeze-thaw stable, meaning it cannot be frozen. Read more about our product’s Freeze-Thaw Stability here
