Thus solid color stains let some of the cedar s grain show through but none of the color.
Best treatment for previously oil stained cedar siding.
Your choice will depend on your personal preference.
Alkyd oil based primers usually offer the best shield against discoloration by water soluble extractives.
Best spraying using an airless paint sprayer however can be brushed or rolled.
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The upside is that solid color stains will block most damaging ultraviolet light.
The thing you need to remember is to use penetrating stains because cedar is a softwood.
There are options like transparent finish solid finish oil and water based stain.
Staining cedar with a solid color stain.
Sprayers will treat shingles with a more even uniform application.
Uncoated weathered western red cedar siding or trim can often be restored to its original color by applying commercial products called cleaners brighteners or restorers.
Examine the area you will stain.
Ready seal natural wood stain and sealer this exterior stain was found to be extremely effective at staining cedar.
Although intended primarily for restoring horizontal wood surfaces such as decks these products generally work almost as well on vertical surfaces.
Treating cedar shingles must be done on a regular planned basis.
What you get is a very uniform opaque color.
Make sure that it is free from defects and damage.