I am building a small pergola over part of my patio; I live in suburban Detroit, so the structure will be exposed to all four seasons.
My plan is to finish the structure with an oil-based exterior primer and white paint.
My question concerns covering the wolmanized posts I've used as the uprights; what kind of material should I (or, should I NOT) use? Can I use MDF or a good grade of plywood (if I will be sanding and painting all of the exposed edges)? Must I use a 1-by pine?
I appreciate any advice that could be offered!
My plan is to finish the structure with an oil-based exterior primer and white paint.
My question concerns covering the wolmanized posts I've used as the uprights; what kind of material should I (or, should I NOT) use? Can I use MDF or a good grade of plywood (if I will be sanding and painting all of the exposed edges)? Must I use a 1-by pine?
I appreciate any advice that could be offered!