Wood types and prep tips improve exterior paint lasting
A Meredith Magazine feature summarizes Forest Products Laboratory findings on paint retention for various woods. It ranks cedar cypress and redwood best, then pine varieties, softwoods and hardwoods, and discusses knots, moisture content, and sealing. It advises using alkyd primer, brushing application, and typical coverage around 400 square feet per gallon.
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Wood Magazine
Forest Products Laboratory
U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service
Madison
Wis
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