We have stain sealed our porch rails. Will Trewax be a good final finish or will it flake in the weather?
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I am not sure, but for outdoor applications with lots of sun exposure and weather, I like to use a marine varnish. It will last a long, long time.
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I stained mine a Gunstock color from minwax and put a clear poly coat on top. Like a previous poster mentioned, it soaked up the coating pretty well.
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Absolutely, remember to use galvanized exterior nails to prevent nail rust and wood discoloration after the fact and after some weather.
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It should be fine after 4 days. I covered mine with epoxy I like the shine and extra durability but the finish that came with it should hold up to the heat from a dish washer
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Not this product for sure need a spar coating that is made for out side. I used rustoleum spar finish on my outside lounge chairs 5 years ago and still look great today and in the Florida sun and rain every day.
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All Things Cedar has some suggestions here: www.allthingscedar.com/ftips.htm I found a couple sites that recommend Sikkens Cetol 1 for a natural wood finish with high UV protection so the wood doesn't turn grey. It looks like a good way to go but needs to be touched up every 2-3 years. Application and touch-ups seem to be pretty easy according to the info here: http://www.thebestadirondackchair.com/product-care-22.aspx Some suggestions available here too: http://www.kilmercreek.com/finishlinks.html Some helpful information here: http://www.realcedar.com/resources/brochures-literature/ AND here: http://bearcreeklumber.com/general_info/onlineliterature.html where they give information and expected life of different finishes (paint lasting the longest; up to 10 yrs) and where they caution... that if you finish western red cedar, do it right away (before it weathers) or the finish may flake, peel, blister, etc.
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I am not sure - I am using a basic oil based minwax finish on my outdoor project and the result is beautiful!! I did find a website that addresses the diffrent types/uses of finishes based on product content; indoor vs. outdoor. Maybe the site can help - Good luck with your project, here is the site address. http://www.thewoodwhisperer.com/articles/difference-between-spar-varnish-and-regular-varnish/
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We've had ours outdoors in the woods for a year just as it came. Looks great. Cypress has a degree of longevity, but it would probably be sensible to put a stain on it anyway.
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I doubt it would last for very long without a top coat of varnish. I'd look for ones that says outdoor use. This set would be better and costs less http://www.amazon.com/DecoArt-DASK276-Patio-Paint-Sample/dp/B003ULND7S/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1381514180&sr=8-5&keywords=acrylic+paint+patio+paints In case the link doesn't work- DecoArt DASK276 Patio Paint Sample Pack
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Since the top coat (or final finish) is an epoxy-type solution that was supplied with your kit, it probably won't hold up long enough with the proper consistency to be applied at some later time. Check with Rust-Oleum though; but my feeling is that you'll probably need to purchase more of the compound to get the finish that you want.
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If it's a wood veneer that has been finished, Trewax is a great option. Apply it, let it dry some and then buff it with a lint free rag. You'll have to reapply every now and then (yearly).
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If you apply the sealer at the end, it should be ok. My projects are still intact and not faded or tarnished.
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The place where I am is very dry.... but from finish it appears it can take the outside porch mid East coast weather.. it is very sturdy and very well finished. .. I guess until you have this soaked in rain regularly, this will do fine. .. Good luck. .
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I dont think it will provide a durable finish since it is not meant to be used on tires and absolutely not onleather. Only vinyl products. For tires you want to use their spray on gel which will last way longer on the tires.
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I use Anchorseal 2 on my logs before I put them on the sawmill. Once the lumber is dry and cut into boards, I knock the sealed ends off. I have never had a problem with staining afterwards. I do not stain over top of the sealer. Probably not the answer you wanted but felt it may be helpful to others.
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I don't think this is the product you want for that application. I would go with an outdoor wood coating such as spar varnish, there are a few sold here but here is one: Rust-Oleum 207008 Marine Spar Varnish 1-Quart
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I did a 4,000 square foot stamped patio several months ago. 75% of it still looks great. In areas where my sprinklers hit it and it bakes in the CA sun, it has faded. I think any sealer will have this issue. I'd use this product again.