Table material and protection

Squarehook

Hey guys
I am just starting to plan out my table for my large egg. Is cedar the best way to go? Can I do pine or is it as safe? I want it to last but if I can save a few bucks I would! I live in winnipeg Canada where it is dry and really cold in the winter and hot and humid in the summer . What sort of stain and sealant should I be using for these conditions? Or should I be using a cover ?

Any general info is appreciated.


-square hook

henapple

How long have you had your egg @Squarehook ?

Squarehook

Since October...

Tinyfish

Stainless steel. It may cost more but no maintainance or upkeep.

Jamielampert

I used cedar and Douglass fur. As for stain I used min wax and then sealed it with minwax helmsman spar. It protects against uv Rays and weather.

Squarehook

Ya ok I think I'll stick to the cedar !

daffy1909

I live in Thunder Bay, and I made mine with cedar, turned out great!(plus shop smelled good for weeks!) then I used a marine grade spar varnish(4 coats)really brought out the grain and knot holes!!!

grege345

Dang @daffy1909 lookin good!!!!

DaveRichardson

Stay away from pressure treated anything. Not food safe!

UrbanForestTurnings

Western red cedar should last longer than eastern white

Squarehook

Wow daffy that table is amazing!!! Well done ! Thanks for the info! What did you do for the top of the table ? I have seen many people with boards glued and sanded to give an even finish and some just screw the boards side by side ....