Questions tagged [water-protection]
Water is a serious threat to wood projects, Keeping the water out is important. Techniques, products safety.
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How do I prepare and take care of a wooden countertop?
I got a piece of acacia that was already oiled. I cannot specify what kind of acacia that is.
I cut it to size and sanded the surface smooth.
As the sanding removed parts of the oiled wood, I applied ...
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How can I achieve a raw, unfinished look to my project while protecting it from water and physical abuse?
I am creating an oak table top that will undoubtedly be exposed to a certain level of physical abuse (e.g., plates sliding across the surface) and water (e.g., glasses placed without a coaster, spills)...
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How to fix water damage to wooden table
I have a wooden table, which I accidentally spilled water onto yesterday. I thought it would simply dry, but a couple of hours later I noticed that the water had pooled on the wood and the surface ...
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Sealing plywood from moisture completely - for use as damp-reptile habitat
What would you guys suggest to completely seal wood (probably plywood) from moisture.
I'm building a new tank/vivarium for my lizard and while it is not going to be as damp as something like a frog ...
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Protecting wooden plant pot from water damage
I am building a large container for plants, made of pine. Considering that the inside will be in direct permanent contact with moist earth, what is an appropriate treatment to prevent wood ...
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Proper way to re-oil a wood swim deck?
I’ve had the swim deck pictured below on my boat for a few summers now and the finish is getting pretty faded. I bought some teak oil to re-oil (right term?) it, but I’m unsure if I should just apply ...
