Temporary Protection For Unpainted Exterior Siding

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Temporary protection for unpainted exterior siding.

Weatherseal exterior wood stain finish is an oil based semi transparent wood stain sealant for protecting exterior decks railings wood siding and logs. Oil stain allows the. Wood deteriorates if it s exposed to direct sunlight or rain for long periods. Although intended primarily for restoring horizontal wood surfaces such as decks these products generally work almost as well on vertical surfaces.

This clear coat solution will help prolong the life of the wood and will slow down the weathering process to help preserve the natural unfinished look of cedar. As with any wood sealer should be reapplied to cypress decking and siding every one to two years. It protects outdoor furniture doors windows etc. To best preserve wood siding you should apply a coating to protect it from weather and sunlight and ultimately prolong its useful life.

Minwax helmsman spar urethane this is a water based protective clear finish for exterior wood. Wood siding is the most challenging to defend but any siding made of a porous material including cement composite should be protected with paint or penetrating oil stain. A good vinyl protectant is necessary for being able to keep your vinyl siding look new for many years to come. Apply one to two coats of your exterior wipe on transparent wood stain or clear semi gloss spar urethane.

If not taken care of this mold can be a health hazard for the people living in the home. Untreated wood that is allowed to weather naturally will. If you like the natural cedar siding look you can apply a clear coat solution to them. Uncoated weathered western red cedar siding or trim can often be restored to its original color by applying commercial products called cleaners brighteners or restorers.

Without a protectant keeping guard over your investment then things like mold and mildew can begin to form. For siding applications allow the water repellent sealer to be absorbed and dry to the touch so the solvent will not react with foam sheathing.