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01/09/2015 9:17 am
I'm starting a business of manufacturing a type of lattice panel that consists of a solid grid on both sides, that is, short segments of lath
between the long strips,trapezoidal mitered segments bordering the edges,
and a stainless steel power coated screen layered between the grids.
I'm using clear western red cedar.
These will be made to order and what I want to do is use the stain that is best suited to the particular region of the country from where the customer is ordering.
From what I gather, no one stain is best suited to all conditions.
Two at the top of my list are TWP100 and Armstrong Clark.
Each strip of lath will be dipped and hand wiped, it is of course new wood
not a restoration, and since no one will be walking on it, wear isn't an issue.
Can anyone tell me what is my best bet for: the Gulf Coast, Desert Southwest,Northeast and/or Pacific Northwest?
Topic starter
01/09/2015 5:02 pm
Thanks for the insight. I have a series of new questions and now I'm beginning to wonder if this venture is viable. As for the wood, I'm buying rough cut 2x4,planing it, then ripping into lath. The thickness varies according to the spacing of the lath on the panel: from 3/8" for 6" spacing up to 13/16" for a 24" spacing.
My questions now are:
1.Should I skip the staining process altogether?
2. On another topic, can you recommend an exterior wood filler for the staple holes that I can color match?
3. Would the fact that this lath is thinner and narrower than deck lumber speed the wait time up any as it seemingly should dry faster?
02/09/2015 12:18 pm
1. Maybe but it will look better if stained. Just let them know it will need another application in 12-24 months.
2. Wood filler does not work well on outside wood and does not "stain" to blend with a semi-transparent coating.
3. No idea here.
I would stain one and see how it turns out.
21/09/2015 6:10 pm
What is your view on Sikkens Proluxe? I am in western PA, have a new deck,
Southern Yellow Pine, and cannot locate a Defy dealer. Looking for next best thing
22/09/2015 1:51 pm
Quote from pitlefp on September 21, 18:10
What is your view on Sikkens Proluxe? I am in western PA, have a new deck,
Southern Yellow Pine, and cannot locate a Defy dealer. Looking for next best thing
Sorry but never used this product. We would not seal a new deck right away though:
http://www.deckstainhelp.com/staining-a-new-deck/
