[Woodcarver] : Re: Outdoor carvings

[Wynne Simmons]

How would you finish an outdoor carving made of cedar that only has certain
portions painted, with the rest left natural?

Wyndy
SE Alabama
http://www.picturetrail.com/gallery/view?username=carvinmom


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Subject: [Woodcarver] : Re: Outdoor carvings

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If you plan on painting the carving, the most durable finish is latex 
paint.  The most durable sealer is latex stain blocking primer. 
Imagine that this is the same way you would paint your house.  Latex 
paints outperform oil base paints because they are more flexible and 
less prone to cracking and peeling.  Varnish or linseed oil as a 
sealer will cause the latex paint to not adhere properly.  Don't use 
them for a base coat.  Top coating the carving with varnish or 
urethane is not a good idea.  Any clear finish will deteriorate 
quickly with exposure to the sun causing chalking and peeling