Decks, Patios, Porches and Docks - How to protect (natural) color/tone of cedar patio furniture?

I just purchased some nice red cedar furnitue (chairs, end tables, foot rests) for my (cedar) deck.

I would like to preserve the natural color of this furniture. Though my (Sikkens) deck stain is quite translucent, I do not wish to color/tone the chairs in any way. I heard something about using exterior poly with UV inhibitors as well as using exterior marine varnish (SPAR??) - anyone try either of these?

My deck does not get much sun, but is low to the ground (clay soil, under trees) and does see a good deal of moisture.

FWIW, the furniture is mostly fold-up, so in the colder months it can come into the garage.

thanks,
Mark

A spar urathane or spar varnish would give the best protection but they are oil based and any oil base clear coating will darken the natural colors in the wood. A waterbased poly won't darken the wood's natural colors but I'm not aware of any waterbased poly that is rated for exterior use.

Hi kleecker weather is most important factor when it comes to protect your Patio Furniture (http://www.familyleisure.com/Casual-Patio-Furniture). And to protect your furniture in winters you can use vinegar as an appropriate solution it also help in removing touch stains, odors, and mildew. You can preserver vinegar in a spray bottle, and use it straight, or you may choose to put it in a gallon of water and mix. The choice is either ways yours, you will not have to worry about color fading, stains occurring, or any other issue developing on your beautiful patio furniture.