Decks, Patios, Porches and Docks - a preserative for fir pine porch floor

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louis eichner
06-15-02, 12:03 AM
I am in the process of building a covered porch.The flooring and ceiling will be tongue and groove fir.I was told a good preservative is two parts linseed oil to one part turpentine.I would like to here your opion on this formula. Thank you, Louis Eichner

fewalt
06-15-02, 06:27 AM
Louis,
Since you are just building, here are a couple good links:

http://216.239.37.100/search?q=cache:QK9MhvqNP38C:www.beronio.com/decking/porch_flooring.pdf+porch+tongue+protection+fir&hl=en

http://www.historichomeworks.com/hhw/library/coatings/finishesforexterior.html#finish

The linseed oil will offer some protection, but not much, if the wood will be subjected to sun and moisture.

fred