Use linseed or tung oil to create a beautiful and protective hand rubbed finish.
Best protection for outdoor painted wood furniture.
Polycrylic is a clear acrylic product with polyurethane resins.
Although you will be losing the original look of the wood the protection will be worth it.
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When sealing painted furniture you will need your protective top coat a few paper plates plastic spoons clean chip brush lint free cloth and my all time favorite yellow applicator sponge.
You can t go wrong applying it when you use a quality brush and or a foam flocked roller with rounded ends.
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The best finishes effectively perform this function and last a long time.
For the strongest protection against the elements use paint on your wooden outdoor furniture.
These resins protect the paint from moisture and duress.
Seal the wood with coating of polyurethane varnish or lacquer.
These sealers deeply penetrate the wood and adhere to the porous spaces thus preventing water from penetrating through the material and avoiding decay.
They also contain mildewcide which helps to prevent mold and mildew growth.
Marine varnish is a high solid finish was designed for marine and exterior surfaces such as boats outdoor furniture doors or any exterior surface where a strong water resistant finish is desired.
A sealer which may also be called a topcoat simply protects your beautiful paint finish from stains scratches chips and scuffs.
Paint will reflect the uv radiation from the sun and actually protect the wood underneath instead of causing it problems with rot.
What to use to seal painted wood in the outdoors.
Minwax polycrylic is the best water based poly to use to seal painted furniture.
It contains ultraviolet light absorbers which offer excellent protection from the sun.
Use marine varnish or outdoor oil.
Finish and waterproof wood simultaneously with a stain sealant combo.
Wood or metal outdoor furniture requires a protective finish to prevent damage from moisture and ultraviolet light or uv.