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8th September 2017, 10:57 AM #1
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Refurbishing outdoor hand rails. (I really know nothing about timber!)
Hi everyone.
I own a Pole home in the bush just Sth of Cairns.
As such, my timber home takes a beating. It's time to refurbish my hand rails etc but I have no idea about this job re stain or paint etc. I have no idea what the timber is, apart from it's a Nth QLD timber. (Sorry.)
After sanding, what do you suggest to paint/stain, coat the hand rails with? I do like a darkish finish.
Thanks for any assistance with this and again, apologies for my lack of knowledge on what terms to use etc.
Best wishes all.
Ken
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9th September 2017, 07:22 AM #2
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Paint or marine spar varnish. If you go with varnish make sure it is specified for outdoor use as plain old spar varnishes often don't have the UV protectants.
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9th September 2017, 10:00 AM #3
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Thanks Rob.Ill look into it.
Good on you.
Ken
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9th September 2017, 05:49 PM #4
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If you're buying a "marine" finish try and buy from a "marine" store -- stuff from the BORG (Green shed) is typically of lesser quality
regards from Alberta, Canada
ian
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9th September 2017, 09:35 PM #5
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Hi Baytown,
I have always found the team at Cairns Coatings in Scott St to give good advice.
Cheers,
Macandrita
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11th September 2017, 07:49 AM #6
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Originally Posted by ian
Thanks Macandrita. Originally Posted by macandrita
Ill get on to them when I go into town. Good on you.
Ken
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11th September 2017, 10:25 AM #7
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Give your location, despite what the paint store people might tell you, no varnish (marine grade or otherwise) will withstand the rigours of your climate for more than a year or so. Originally Posted by Baytown
If it was me I would paint it with a good quality outdoor paint.
For a long life, preparation is the key, follow the manufacturers instructions and use a good quality undercoat as part of the process.
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