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   BHerman | Dec 24, 2002 12:09am | #1

   I use a mix of tung oil and spar varnish (50/50) on cedar, seems to last about 2 years, just takes a quick sanding then slop on another coat. I'm in Colorado and the uv is very strong, depending on where you live might last longer.

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   LEIFBENDEKE | Dec 24, 2002 05:06pm | #2

   Hi Ben

   Thanks for the input .

   I will give your mixture a try .  I assume that any spar varnish and tung oil will work just fine .

   Merry Christmas

   Leif

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   BHerman | Dec 24, 2002 06:20pm | #3

   Yes, I've used all types, as long as its exterior varnish. Our local landfill has a recycling area for paint and other materials, and you'd be surprised how much I've been able to scrounge. Good luck with it, and have a happy holiday.

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   mrbird90 | Dec 24, 2002 06:50pm | #4

   Leif, I have made a lot of cypress out door furniture and the best finish I have found is a translucent stain that you put on.I use a gray hew color (or whatever color you choose) and within a year out in the weather it looks like a natural weather look with no peeling or flaking of the finish as all the stain sinks into the wood. My second choise is a opaque stain which provides more color but does conceal the grain etc. The one advantage is that it never peels and only needs another coat every 3 or 4 years and so far I have experienced no peeling or flaking and my tables and chairs are 9 years old and stay out in the weather all year here in Ohio. Any other finish requires a regular maintenance. Goo Luck with what ever you choose

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   LEIFBENDEKE | Dec 25, 2002 03:23am | #5

   Hi Mel

   Thanks for the input .   Is there a particular brand that you have had good luck with ?

   merry christmas

   leif

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   mrbird90 | Dec 27, 2002 05:36am | #7

   Hi Leif, I have used the exterior stain from Sherwin Williams, believe it is called Woodscapes deck stain. Hope this helps.

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   NormInFujino | Dec 27, 2002 02:00am | #6

   German Xyledecor is a penetrating finish that works well for me. Unfortunately, it requires coloration for the UV protection, so you can't use the clear kind alone.

   ". . .and only the stump or fishy part of him remained."

   Green Gables: A Contemplative Companion to Fujino Township

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   LEIFBENDEKE | Dec 27, 2002 05:10pm | #8

   HI GUYS

   Thanks so much for all the input . I really appreciate it !!

   Have a happy new year .

   LEIF