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How to Apply a Wood Preserver

Wood that will be exposed to the elements needs to be protected. Although it seems like a lot of trouble, think about the time and money you'll save by not having to replace that lumber in a couple of years.

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    Difficulty:
    Moderate

    Instructions

    Things You'll Need

    • Brushes
    • Face Mask For Painting
    • Stiff Brushes
    • Wood Preservatives
    • Buckets
    • Stiff brushes
      • 1

        Strip the paint or varnish completely.

      • 2

        Follow up with a stiff bristle brush to remove debris.

      • 3

        Treat the wood first with a clear wood preserver to protect it from insects and fungus.

      • 4

        Paint a complete coat of preservative on the wood and repeat as soon as the first coat has soaked in.

      • 5

        Apply a total of three coats, paying special attention to covering the ends, sides, and joints.

    Tips & Warnings

    • Wood that comes in contact with the ground is in particular need of attention.

    • Give fence posts extra protection by soaking them in a bucket of preservative for 15 minutes or so.

    • Wood with previous varnish treatments or creosote applications can be preserved as long as it has been weathered.

    • Be careful with preservatives - they are very flammable. Use them in well-ventilated areas; wear gloves and a face mask when applying them.

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