Forest Products Laboratory natural finish

J. M. Black; D. F. Laughnan; E. A. Mraz

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Forest Products Laboratory natural finish

Informally Refereed

Authors:

J. M. Black, D. F. Laughnan, E. A. Mraz

Year:

1979

Type:

Research Note

Station:

Forest Products Laboratory

Source:

(Research note FPL ; 046):7 p.

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Abstract

A simple and durable exterior natural finish developed at the Forest Products Laboratory is described. The finish is classified as a semi-transparent oil-base penetrating stain that effectively retains much of the natural grain and texture of wood when exposed to the weather. The directions for preparation are included as are the recommendations for application to both smooth and rough wood surfaces.

Keywords

Durability, Finishes, Stains, Redwood, Western redcedar, Philippine mahogany, Siding, Color retention

Citation

Black, J. M.; Laughnan, D. F.; Mraz, E. A. 1979. Forest Products Laboratory natural finish. (Research note FPL ; 046):7 p.