Use a sealer that is for exterior wood. Being in the country, we purchased "horse asphalt" and used that. It makes it almost black but preserves the wood and lasts for years.
You should be able to find it at most stores like Lowe's, Rural King, Tractor Supply and even Walmart in some areas. It is oil based, and the container (1 gallon to 5 gallon and beyond) may not say horse asphalt but usually does - it contains an ingredient that keeps livestock from chewing on the wood. Use paint thinner or mineral spirits to thin it enough for your application technique.
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Use a sealer that is for exterior wood. Being in the country, we purchased "horse asphalt" and used that. It makes it almost black but preserves the wood and lasts for years.
You should be able to find it at most stores like Lowe's, Rural King, Tractor Supply and even Walmart in some areas. It is oil based, and the container (1 gallon to 5 gallon and beyond) may not say horse asphalt but usually does - it contains an ingredient that keeps livestock from chewing on the wood. Use paint thinner or mineral spirits to thin it enough for your application technique.
https://www.homedepot.com/p/Gardner-4-75-Gal-Black-Beauty-Asphalt-Fence-Paint-9005-GA/202057689
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