On 5 May 2006 12:27:08 -0700, "Jerry" wrote:

I know you have a lot of responses to this but let me put in my 2
cents.

I recently completed a redwood english garden bench out of clear all
heart redwood.

I would recommend an oil finish as it can be easily renewed on a
periodic basis as it is absorbed rather than a film and thus does not
need to be stripped off.

I would not recommend film finish (varnish, (poly)urithane,ete.) just
because it is a lot of work to strip off the old when time to refinish.


With oil, just apply a new coat every 1-2 years depending on your
environment.

My conclusion after doing my own research on the best way to finish
redwood for outdoor furniture use.

I am coming to the same conclusion.

Which oil did you use? I have recommendations for tung, teak, and
something called "Outdoor Oil" from General Finishes, which has some
UV protection.

How many years has it been? How often have you reapplied it?


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