Thread: Oil for Cedar?

1) Abandon all hope of finding an exterior (natural-looking) timber finish that will last a long time (although if you keep it covered with something totally opaque when not in use the lifetime increases).

2) Any clear finish will not protect from UV. You need a tint for that.

3) Consider Cutek CD-50
Cutek CD50^® CD50 Index
You'll probably need to contact the main distributor in Melbourne to find your closest outlet.

See also this recent thread:
https://www.woodworkforums.com/f9/bla...-stain-153853/
in which I explained a bit more.

If you are looking at a natural penetrating oil then try the Livos decking oil the Alis in the teak stain. The teaks stain will enhance the pinkness of the timber and protect it from the weather. Being a natural oil it will not last like the varnishes or the synthetic oil but you certainly won’t have to sand the surface, just dust and reapply a thin coat when or if necessary. Have a look at the video at http://www.livos.com.au/ the Alis is used on the deck as well as the timber cladding around the house. It isn’t the teak stain but will give you an indication of what it looks like.
Whatever you choose, just ensure the timber is completely dry.