best finish product for natural cedar shingle - Contractor Talk - Professional Construction and Remodeling Forum

Bazooka Joe · 11-08-2007, 07:49 PM

Hi folks,
I was wondering if anyone had an opinion on the best product for finishing new cedars shingles. Ive picked up the material and think i will finish it (front and back) before i put it on. Im looking for something that will fight mold and not effect the natural look of the cedar too much.

....thanks very much. Mike

PressurePros · 11-08-2007, 07:54 PM

Ready Seal for your application. It's a non drying parafinic oil. Shakes tend to dry up and curl. This type of oil keeps them conditioned. Mold spores also do not feed upon this type of oil. I don't really care for the product on decks as it leeches out and fades to quick but it meets the requirements you seek, Joe.

regal · 11-10-2007, 10:05 PM

when you say "wont affect the natural look" do you mean the new cedar natural look, or wont affect the natural graying that occurs.?

Bazooka Joe · 11-13-2007, 04:48 PM

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Originally Posted by regal

when you say "wont affect the natural look" do you mean the new cedar natural look, or wont affect the natural graying that occurs.?

I know there isnt much i can do to keep the shingles from aging, i just want a product that will protect and keep the "new" look as long as possible.

regal · 11-13-2007, 09:25 PM

well it goes

1) solid stain will last the longest because it containes the most pigments

Then.....

2) semi solid

3) semi transparent

4) transparent

when ever I have a customer that wants transparent, or clear, I explaine the info listed above, and tell them they can get on a preventative maintenance program with me if they like.