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Sealer for cedar?

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brock9281
brock9281 Posts: 64
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What is the best sealer for cedar? Want minimal tone darkness not a solid or even semi solid. Also do not want a poly finish that has to be stripped in order to reapply when needed. 

Table top is granite so only frame and shelves are cedar and require stain. 

Thanks in advance
Atlanta, GA
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  • RRP
    RRP Posts: 25,890
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    Where will it be sitting? Exposed to the elements or under cover and out of damaging UVL?
    Re-gasketing America one yard at a time.
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  • xfire_ATX
    xfire_ATX Posts: 1,113
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    BEHR used to make a product called NWF that when I was in college I sold out of home centers.  That product would hold up on decks in Central Texas for 2 years.  I just asked my friend who works at BEHR these days and he says similar is the #4000 which is almost clear.

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  • northGAcock
    northGAcock Posts: 15,164
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    brock9281 said:
    What is the best sealer for cedar? Want minimal tone darkness not a solid or even semi solid. Also do not want a poly finish that has to be stripped in order to reapply when needed. 

    Table top is granite so only frame and shelves are cedar and require stain. 

    Thanks in advance
    My friend if your table is exposed to the sun and you don't want to re finish your table every few years....purchase a custom cover. The UV rays wreak havoc on the wood...regardless of your finish. A little inconvenience will go a long way with extending the life of your table. Mine also has granite top.

    Take care of it....and it will take care of you.
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  • Proser
    Proser Posts: 271
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    Sikkens SRD works well for the vertical surfaces. Had it on my table for 2 1/2 years
    Arlington, TX  1 large, 1 medium, 1 Mini Max, and a 22" Blackstone
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  • Legume
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    Readyseal.  Put it on my cedar deck last summer, really easy to work with and hold up well.
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  • Wanasmoke
    Wanasmoke Posts: 388
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    After staining I used General Finishes water based poly a few years ago on my clear cedar table. The water still beads up after a rainstorm in year 3. I think you only need a light sand and can add more costs but I haven't needed to touch it yet!

    LBGE in Elm Grove, WI
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  • nolaegghead
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    Spar urethane
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  • RRP
    RRP Posts: 25,890
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    Wanasmoke said:
    After staining I used General Finishes water based poly a few years ago on my clear cedar table. The water still beads up after a rainstorm in year 3. I think you only need a light sand and can add more costs but I haven't needed to touch it yet!

    BEAUTIFUL table! You Sir obviously are a more than just a weekend woodworker! Got some other project pictures you care to share? If not here please send a link or a PM to me. I really appreciate craftsmanship! 
    Re-gasketing America one yard at a time.
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