What can I use for chinking?

Similar questions can be asked about the material used to make chinking log cabins.

Log home chinking is a flexible elastic sealant that looks a lot like the old portland cement, which was used historically to join logs. Traditional chinking used a mixture of clay and sand, lime, silt and dirt.

What is the difference between caulking or chinking? The main differences between caulking and chinking are texture and elasticity. Caulking has a higher elasticity than chinking, and is either very light or without texture. Chinking can be purchased in a variety of colors or textures. Caulking has a higher elasticity which makes it a great choice for smaller joints (i.e. A 1/4 inch to 2 inches wide

In the same vein, what was the first use of chinking by pioneers?

Traditional chinking was made from clay, mud, and other common resources. An inner layer was sealed with a mortar-based "daubing", while the outer layer was sealed by a mortar based "daubing". The final layer protected it and held it to the home.

Are all log homes chinked?

Log homes are almost all chinked. Even log homes that are not chinked often have some chinking. It's difficult to find craftsmen who use the old tradition of notchwork that fits properly. Commercial builders rarely air-season their logs properly due to time constraints.