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29th November 2006, 04:08 PM #1
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Cabots vs Feast Watson vs Intergrain
Hi all,
I am currently building a baulastrade from Merbau. The posts and handrail will be Merbau with Stainless steel wire run through them.
I am looking to finish the Merbua and protect it from the weather whilst trying to keep it's current color (ie. I'd be after a clear finish and not a stain). A glossy look would be great as long as it only needs resealing every year or 2 (if possible I don't want to have to do much more maintanence than this)
Should I be using Oil or some other product?
The brands I am looking at are Cabots, Feast Watson and Intergrain (as I can get a discount on these brands)
Could people please let me know their personal preferences and any experiences they have had with them. The intention is not the flame any of the brands however all constructive feedback and comments will be greatly appreciated.
Thanks in Advance
Adam
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30th November 2006, 11:38 AM #2
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Hi Adam,
I have been down this path may times. Externally I only use Sikkens products now, although recently I have used indoor Integrain products and am happy with them. I have no info on their external products.
Oil is my preference, because of the maintenance. I just don't like removing peeling and cracked finishes, as opposes to a light clean/rub for recoating oil finsishes.
As for Cabots and Feast Watson, some of their indoor products are ok. Extrnally I have found them inadequate.
Cheers,
conwood
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30th November 2006, 01:31 PM #3
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Thanks Conwood. Will oil protect the timber outdoors?
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30th November 2006, 01:57 PM #4
You can get oil finishes for outdoor use, they just need to be reapplied on a regular basis (Usually annually), though this is a big job, as all you need to do is usually wash the old surface and re-oil.
I may not have gone where I intended to go, but I think I have ended up where I needed to be.
My Other Toys
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30th November 2006, 02:19 PM #5
My pref, oil for outdoor cos I'm lazy. Easier to redo the oil.
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30th November 2006, 02:40 PM #6
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30th November 2006, 02:59 PM #7
I've used both Feast Watson Decking Oil and their Outdoor Furniture Oil in the past and am pleased with the results. Went on exactly per the specs on the tin and seemed to last. The BBQ I recoat every 12 months before the summer season and it looks really good.
Have a nice day - Cheers
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30th November 2006, 03:18 PM #8
I use orange oil.
No not that one, the Triton Tung oil
Is it still available? Doesn't appear in the latest catalog?
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30th November 2006, 03:42 PM #9
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Yes it will, but as others have also mentioned, you may have to re-apply every few years. Cos I'm slack, I recently re-oiled some external louvres I made after 10 years. Yes they were dry and after a quick clean and more oil they came up great.
As bennylaird said, it's the lazy persons finish.
Go forth and oil.
Cheers,
Conwood
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1st December 2006, 09:21 AM #10
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Thanks for the advice guys (and gals if there are any)
I have started a new thread about when to oil - http://www.woodworkforums.ubeaut.com...798#post419798
All advice greatly appreciated.
Thanks again
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13th December 2006, 08:43 AM #11
I've tried stains but prefer Intergrain exterior products on my WRC window and door frames. The product is designed for Australian conditions and Ive found it durable....nearly 10 years now and the stuff is still in good nick.
Whatever note you blow youre never more than a semitone away from the correct one....(Miles Davis)
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13th December 2006, 09:38 AM #12
Intergrain UVC would be excellent for your job. I have used it on kid's cypress cubby house and it lasts well.
Cheers
Michael
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