cburlett Posted February 21, 2015 Report Share Posted February 21, 2015 A few years back I purchased a day bed from a little antique store here in Las Vegas, NM that was built in Mora County, New Mexico by Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) workers. There is some lovely traditional hand-carving on it which gives it a very local flair. We just had a screen room built on the back of our house with retractable screens and would like to put it out there. While not directly exposed to the elements it will have some limited exposure when the screens are up. We have just cleaned and sanded it and want to put a sealant or wood preservative on it to protect it from UV and the elements. I don't know what kind of wood it is but it may be a local wood....perhaps Ponderosa Pine, Douglas Fir or White Fir. A friend recommended SPAR VARNISH which is a good suggestion, however I do not want a Glossy Finish.....any thoughts from the Forum members. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wtnhighlander Posted February 21, 2015 Report Share Posted February 21, 2015 Spar varnish has some UV protectants, and is more flexible than regular varnish. In your climate, perhaps a simple boiled linseed oil would be a better choice. This type of finish provides little protection, but leaves the wood with a silky, natural texture. It can be re-applied as often as needed, without stripping the piece first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mzdadoc Posted February 23, 2015 Report Share Posted February 23, 2015 Epifanes clear varnish and it has extra UV filter. I used it on my Adirondack chairs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Coop Posted February 23, 2015 Report Share Posted February 23, 2015 Woodgirl, my dad was in the CCC and was stationed in NM, Montana and Wyoming. Although I doubt seriously that he had anything to do with that piece, but it would be nice to see a pic. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wdwerker Posted February 23, 2015 Report Share Posted February 23, 2015 If it's just the gloss that is the problem wait a week or 2 for the finish to really harden (in normal weather) and rub the gloss down with an abrasive pad, maybe a red or gray one might do the trick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
missioninwood Posted February 23, 2015 Report Share Posted February 23, 2015 I use Watco Exterior on all the outdoor projects I do. Don't have to worry about a gloss sheen at all. I would steer clear of any film finish. miw Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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