How to Treat Wooden Gutters

Wooden gutters are one type of drainage system.

Gutters collect runoff from the roof and carry the water down a drainpipe and away from the house. This process keeps the water from pooling on the roof or collecting at the base of the home or building, preserving the home itself. Otherwise, the moisture that collects in and around the home could cause mold, mildew and wood rot. Wooden gutters are one option when you are installing a draining system. These gutters are both decorative and durable if treated correctly. Treating wooden gutters with a sealant preserves them and makes the system most efficient.

Things You'll Need

• Brush
• Shop rags
• Brush or broom
• Stir stick
• Treatment
• Ladder

Instructions

1. Choose a day with appropriate weather, preferably dry and sunny.

2. Stir the treatment you have selected. Make sure the treatment is mixed thoroughly.

3. Climb up to the gutters and clean them using a brush or broom. Be sure to rid the gutters of leaves and other debris that has become trapped in the gutters. Make sure the surface is clean.

4. Paint the wood gutter treatment on slowly using a brush. Make sure that you cover all the sides as well as the bottom.

5. Apply multiple layers of sealant, allowing the coats to dry in between.

References

• Old House Journal: Gutter Talk