All the items listed on this web store are unfinished.  

Wood member is treated with oil based semi-transparent wood preservative and ready to finish to your liking.

*Caulk into joints is strongly recommended prior to any finish preparation work such as sanding and primer.  

For a clear, natural finish, we recommend:

• Oil-based, UV Resistant Realer

                            Pro:  Economical, easy to apply and re-apply, no maintenance

                            Con:  Should be re-applied within 2-4 years to maintain aesthetics, all

                                      irregularities exposed

For a natural finish with added color, we recommend:

• Water-based, Semi-transparent Stain

Pro:  Cost-efficient, easy to apply and re-apply, low maintenance

Con:  Should be re-applied within 3-5 years to maintain aesthetics, some irregularities exposed

Primer prior to solid finishes!

• Oil-based, Stain-Blocking, Exterior Primer

2 coats highly recommended

For a stained, solid finish, we recommend:

• Water-based, Solid Color, Deck Stain

Pro:  Custom colors, highly-durable, easy re-application, low maintenance and a uniform, solid-color finish with low sheen, 5-10 year life

Con:  Little or no glossy finish, finish not as smooth as paint

For a painted, solid finish, we recommend:

• Water-based, Semi-Gloss or Gloss, Exterior Paint

Pro:  Good to excellent finish with high sheen, smooth surface with excellent coverage, 5-10 year life

Con:  Higher maintenance over time with more work involving re-painting, average to high cost.

OR

 Oil-based Exterior Paint

Pro:  Best and smoothest finish, high sheen and gloss, very durable, 6-10+ year life

Con:  Higher maintenance over time with more work involving re-painting, highest cost, clean-up with specific, oil-based paint solutions