How to Protect Outdoor Wood Furniture From the Elements

One of the misconceptions about Outdoor Wood is that it withstands water. Outdoor Wood products are injected with toxic chemicals that prevent critters from eating the wood, but it is not protected from water and the elements. Adding the protection is easy.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• End Cut Solution
• Water Sealer
• Paint brushes

1. When making cuts in outdoor wood, you need to coat the cut area with 2 coats of end cut solution. This is made by the makers of outdoor wood and is usually found where you buy the wood. This is a very thin liquid that soaks into the wood providing the same protection that is injected into it.

2. There are many water sealers on the market. Select one that meets your needs. A good water sealer will cause water to bead up and roll off of the item. Higher quality water sealers will also provide UV protection which will maintain color and appearance.

3. Thouroughly coat your furniture with the water sealer, following application directions on the container.

4. Allow to dry

5. Enjoy your project!

Tips & Warnings

• Water sealers have a limited effective life. You will need to recoat on occaision, based on the environment your project is in and the quality of the sealer you used.
• Some sealers have fumes that are not healthy to breathe, you may need to use a respirator.