Swedish Pine Tar Siding Finish

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rockies Member	# Posted: 10 Mar 2019 19:08 Reply Pine tar is a traditional method from Sweden for preserving wood. It results in a deep black stain that soaks into the wood and helps protect it from moisture and UV damage. https://thecraftsmanblog.com/what-is-pine-tar/ http://www.solventfreepaint.ca/pine-tar.htm https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ossw4knnbMQ

Fanman Member	# Posted: 10 Mar 2019 21:46 Reply Sounds kinda like the creosote that used to be used for the same purpose, with much the same appearance. Less toxic, I presume.

beachman Member	# Posted: 11 Mar 2019 09:11 Reply Fanman, I love creosote (I know, bad stuff). But where can yo get it? I may have to switch to this stuff - but can you apply this over creosote?

rockies Member	# Posted: 11 Mar 2019 19:14 Reply Beachman, no, this has to applied to bare, unfinished wood. It is also fairly non toxic.

Cowracer Member	# Posted: 12 Mar 2019 09:18 Reply Pine tar sounds like a decent idea, but only if I can get George Brett to apply it. Tim

Brettny Member	# Posted: 12 Mar 2019 15:00 Reply That looks prety interesting and cheap compaired to other wood protectors. I assume you can re apply as much as you want?

rockies Member	# Posted: 12 Mar 2019 19:54 Reply Yes, it depends on how black you want the finish.