Bloody hell Joe, what a cracking idea….I’m sold and will be using your technique. Separately would you also use a general preserver for the inside of a new shed? Many thanks
This is all new to me just got a large summerhouse and they told me to treat it within 4 weeks , now been 6 weeks and not done lol 😂 , using a oil based paint , they recommended barretine clear wood protective treatmeat , Would this idea work for me and what about the inside and flooring should that be done and will that be ok , how long before applying another coat Thanks
Hi Munir, We tried sponging one of our fence panels (laid flat) using Creosote. Coverage was quite good but a little messy. We did the other panels in situ with a brush and after drying, the sponged panel was slightly lighter in colour than the others. So it is effective as long as you do all fence panels/shed with the sponge. Hope this helps.
Good tip - I will be using it after loading it up less. A roller splashes and drops like crazy so I,d cancel that out. A sprayer for the large middle areas would have no wastage if you know how to soray
By the time I set my sprayer up on this job, I'd have it done with the sponge, or roller tbh....but yes , even with the sponge, the quicker you want to do it.and to be honest id rather load up the sponge and waste more gear on a job like this outside...lol.....the more wastage of material...same as spraying
Preserver always first before finish colour? For example we have new tanalised railway sleepers and want to stain and protect inside and outside. Thank you
Hi, it was a clear oil based lacquer, but be sure to use a recommended oil based preserver first, usually the same brand as part of their system. This particular system was baritone
because the wood preservative penetrates the wood to stop woodworm, wet rot, dry rot and mold. the second product (in this case stain) provides protection against UV damage, repels water and, provides a finishing colour of your choice.
