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Thread: Oil for Cedar?
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12th June 2012, 09:55 PM #1New Member
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Oil for Cedar?
Can anyone recommend an oil that will go well with a cedar bench.
I would like to retain the appearance of the cedar but obviously preserve the timber.
It appears most of the popular oils such as Intergrain, Feast & Watson out there do not have a cedar pigment.
All I've seen is Natural (tends to go yellow and not provide adequate UV protection).
Jarah & Merbu - Probably to dark and will likely take away the natural cedar beauty.
Would really appreciate some recommendations from persons with experience.
The bench will be outside, but covered from most weather conditions except afternoon sun.
Really appreciate some advice as I am a newbe to any type of woodwork.
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14th June 2012, 03:13 PM #2Quantum Field Theorist :-)
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1) Abandon all hope of finding an exterior (natural-looking) timber finish that will last a long time (although if you keep it covered with something totally opaque when not in use the lifetime increases).
2) Any clear finish will not protect from UV. You need a tint for that.
3) Consider Cutek CD-50
Cutek CD50<sup>®</sup> CD50 Index
You'll probably need to contact the main distributor in Melbourne to find your closest outlet.
See also this recent thread:
https://www.woodworkforums.com/f9/bla...-stain-153853/
in which I explained a bit more.
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14th June 2012, 09:02 PM #3The Livos lady
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If you are looking at a natural penetrating oil then try the Livos decking oil the Alis in the teak stain. The teaks stain will enhance the pinkness of the timber and protect it from the weather. Being a natural oil it will not last like the varnishes or the synthetic oil but you certainly won’t have to sand the surface, just dust and reapply a thin coat when or if necessary. Have a look at the video at http://www.livos.com.au/ the Alis is used on the deck as well as the timber cladding around the house. It isn’t the teak stain but will give you an indication of what it looks like.
Whatever you choose, just ensure the timber is completely dry.Livos Australia
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