How well does this product work at actually preserving wood and keeping it from rotting?
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The product has been on for two years and we are very pleased. No rotting and the coloration is consistent.
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I use it on my hardwoods and it works great, they don't appear to be any worse for it either. I don't use it more than once maybe every 5 days though because I want to be sure...
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Melissa - I used this product on a wood island top in my kitchen. The product will dry to a hard finish and provide good protection. Our sink is located in the island so there is frequent water contact and this provides good protection. I typically re-apply the product 1-2 times per year.
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I bought one as a Christmas gift for my husband stored it in a closet several months before I gave it to him. I think the key is to make sure it is adequately oiled before use to protect it from stains from the food and to help prevent moisture absorption into the wood.
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That's pretty much what I use it for. I use it to prep recycled wood for reuse in woodworking projects, to protect my machinery. It works great!
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ANYTHING wood will benefit from this product as long as it's not thickly coated with some kind of heavy sealant. I have used it on antique objects, old leather, amazing...really amazing restorative properties. Just invest in a soft cloth to buff it out and you're in business. It penetrates well and doesn't leave a greasy film.
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Hello. Amazon asked me to answer your question. This product is used to seal the moisture in project wood and is used by folks who turn wood on a lathe. Fresh wood is cut and the end grain is sealed with this product to prevent checking or cracking. This sealer allows the wood to dry down to a moisture content around 7%. There is nearly 50% moisture content when green. Once the wood reaches a low moisture content, it is deemed to be stable.: - )
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Yes. It basically preserves anything on paper. Make sure to coat more than once.
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Water. I was very skeptical at first but after using 20 gallons of the product, I am a believer. The product turns wood a rustic, weathered color as they say it will. I am still a little skeptical on the durability and longevity of this product, time will tell. Bottom line is it makes new wood look old.
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I have been using this on my sealed hardwood floors for about 7mo, and I have not had any problems.
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It is recommended. I normally wipe it down with mineral oil to prevent the wood from drying out. Mine is stored in a closet and brought out when needed.
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I am using it to refrain a tree branches from getting to high. So far it has worked perfectly. It is tough. Not a single hole yet and the grommets are still put.
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I use it on my hardwoods and it works great, they don't appear to be any worse for it either.I don't use it more than once maybe every 5 days though because I want to be sure...
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I would suggest not using it then. It comes as a powder and you ad water to it. It feels like you are just putting water on the wood, but supposedly, it protects it and does allow it to turn gray naturally.On the website it says some forest service use it, so it must do something right. Google the product and you can talk to the maker, Maybe they can suggest a way to stabalize the wood before protecting it. I have talked to them before. Hope that helps.Randy
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I used it on a outdoor deck storage box, with no prep, just cleaning it and it came out fine. More than a year and to sign of peeling or anything negative. I love the product.
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We are using it for cedar. The local Amish guys showed me that they stock pile the cut wood and let it sit for a while. The bark loosens over time, then they pressure wash it off.
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Yes, it works very good on pre-infested wood and I have treated already damaged wood. I recommend drill some 1/8 in holes at various spacings and treat. They will never come back and if any are left they will be dead real soon. Back fill the holes with wood filler after about 24 hours or more of dry time.