Fences and Gates - sealing fence with auto trans fluid

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dan m.
09-28-09, 04:35 PM
Has anyone ever used auto trans fluid to seal a pine fence? I had a painter suggest using it and was just curious about the look and how well it waterproofed.

Jack the Contractor
09-28-09, 07:25 PM
I don't think that I would use transmission fluid on a fence. There are alot of additives in it that may come back to haunt you down the road in a year or two when it is time to paint or restain. I would use 100% Linseed Oil. That way you are sure you are safe. It may be fine, but I would be hesitate doing it on my fence. Good Luck
lefty
09-28-09, 07:32 PM
Bad idea. Not ALL of it would soak into the wood. Rain would wash the rest of it off and into the ground. That's called pollution!!

There are plenty of good sealers available, including the linseed oil that Jack mentioned. Use one of them

joecust
09-29-09, 08:12 PM
Not only polluting the ground from run off but what about the smell ,when the heat and humidity gets to it in the summer that would stick like a wrecking yard does in the summer,maybe a good smell to a mechanic but I don`t think your neighbours would appreciate it.
lefty
09-29-09, 08:24 PM
joecust,

GOOD CATCH -- I forgot a few details!!