How to preserve a split cane bottom porch swing from drying out?

Dondrud
by Dondrud
This swing is over 130 yrs old and handmade. It has been painted about three times over the years.
  3 answers
  • Carole Carole on May 27, 2017

    use a protectant

  • C.B. C.B. on May 28, 2017

    there is a citrus based oil on the market that is used by manufacturers of new furniture because it helps the wood age & dry without splitting...& replenishes wood fibers that are drying out..."Howard's Feed & Wax" many stores carry it or google it & get it on-line.

  • Merry Mount Merry Mount on May 28, 2017

    I would use a polyurethane primer sealer. I like Sherwin Williams XIM clear.