On Jun 25, 9:23*am, John Shear wrote:
I went to the local paint store that contractors prefer, and asked what
they use on house exteriors. *Got Sikkens Cetol and have been impressed
by that.


Thanks
RonB

Sikkens is one that has popped up in separate research with the
Penofin that several have mentioned here. Also, I have found several
recipes for exterior finish that are similar to home-brew wiping
finish. The most common recipe is:

- 1/3 Spar Varnish
- 1/3 BLO
- 1/3 Mineral Spirits.

The ratios vary a little but the spar varnish is supposed to provide
the UV protection and flexibility. This reminded me of the Maloof
finish which was very similar and simple. I have chair #2 about 1/2
finished ant then I'm gonna have to do something.

RonB