We have decorative structures in our yard build from cedar. While we are well aware of the various types of stains and paints available for cedar we would like opinions regarding which type of finish will provide the very best longevity, protection and appearance. We ask this because in our stage of life it is prudent to forego short refinishing cycles due to the expense and lack of DIY ability.
Thank you in advance.
Mrs. Sore Thumb
P.S. My husband's (Sore Thumb) health is deteriorating. We are hoping for an upswing after results of ongoing medical tests are evaluated. I know hubby can be a pain in the rear sometimes gentlemen but he's my pain in the rear and I dearly love him.
If it was mine I would stick with stain not paint.
Want it to look like it was painted then just use a solid stain and apply two coats.
Stains tend to fade not peel like paint so there far easier to recoat later on.
I've also used the Cabots fence and siding stain and it's held up well.
Olympic, Sherwin Williams Deck Scape, Sikins are also good brands.
I'd stay away from Thompsons or Behr products.
I still like solvent based stains for semi-transparent applications because I think they penetrate better than waterbased. I am not sure I can point to a strong argument that this is true anymore though.
As you move into semi-solid or solid stains and start wanting at least some pigment on the surface? I think waterbased acrylic products are going to give you better colorfastness and superior overall performance.
As for brands? Definitely SW Waterbased Woodscapes if a solid stain. I would think about Cabot or Sikkens for semi-transparent. If this is natural cedar and you want to keep that look, Sikkens makes a great two part, only slightly tinted, sealing product with great UV protection.
I would definitely use the Semi-Transparent Penetrating Oil Finish because it gives that natural hues of the light as well as maintaining the integrity of the wood stormsystem products are designed to protect from weather conditions so it should keep the decorative structures in your yard protected. Hope this helps!
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