Famous How Do I Restain My Log Home References. Restain old wood siding to give a house a fresh new appearance. Cleaning will prevent mildew from spreading and will keep dust and dirt from getting embedded, says jeff.

Many people restain by putting down a layer of paint in the old stain color and letting it soak in before restaining. Regular wood cleaning is the key to a long life for your log home stain. Stained wood siding offers your home a natural or rustic look.