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What product should I use to finish my Tigerwood Decking?

April 19th, 2011

Tigerwood Decking

Tigerwood can be a difficult wood to finish. The natural characteristics of the wood do not allow finish product to take very well to the surface. I have discovereed a product called “Woodrich” and its color is formulated to the natural pigments of Tigerwood. The product is called “Hardwood Wiping Stain” and it comes in 1 gallon and 5 galllon sizes. I live in Canada and I put this on my Tigerwood decking and it worked very well. The product is a “one coat” application and all access must be wipped off as Tigerwood is very dense and any access product sitting on the top of the wood will simply dry and not penetrate the woods surface so its recommended that you back brush or wipe off any access product with a brush or rage. The product must be put on in temperatures above 60 degrees or 15 C. This product seems to last longer than other competing products and I have been told its because the stain is pigmented to the natural color of Tigerwood thus it takes longer for the UV light to break down the surface color. I re apply this product every other season and most preservatives have to be applied every year.

I purchased this product through www.myocstore.com and the company is located in Canada but they shipped me my order i

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How to preserve a hardwood deck in Canada

November 30th, 2010

When it comes to preserving your hardwood deck in Canada I would recommend trying the Woodrich Hardwood Wiping Stain. We have distributed this product for two years in Canada and our customers are very happy with the results.

The Woodrich Brand Wood Restoration and Preservation System involves 3 easy steps for keeping your wood deck, wood fence, wood siding or log home looking it’s best year round.
 
1.  Cleaning your wood to prepare it for refinishing.
2.  Brightening your wood to get it looking it’s best.
3.  Finishing your wood with a premium oil based stain and sealer.
 
Our goal is to make the entire process as simple and straightforward as it can be!
 
There are a few basic things everyone should know.  If you have a new deck, wood fence, wood siding, log cabin or garden deck it will need to be protected.  Because no exterior wood finish will last forever, we recommend a high quality oil based wood stain/sealer.
 
We also recommend that all exterior wood be cleaned and neutralized before applying any stain or sealer.  All wood finishes perform better when the surface is properly prepared.  Going through the cleaning and brightening steps will also remove things you might not see like mold and mildew spores or oily hand prints from handling the wood during construction.
 
Once you have applied your wood stain, simple maintenance will keep the finish looking good year round.  Keeping the pollen off is important.  Rinsing off the dust and dirt every now and then helps, especially on wood decks.  Refreshing the finish when it shows signs of wear or begins losing it’s luster will keep your wood looking great for years!
You can purchase the Woodrich product at www.myocstore.com
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Tigerwood Decking new to the list of tropical hardwood decking

April 15th, 2009

Tigerwood Hardwood DeckingYou’ve considered redwood, cedar, and pine, but have you thought about tigerwood Brazilian hardwood decking? If not, take a few minutes to educate yourself on this exotic hardwood that boasts comparable prices to traditional domestic woods, yet really makes a big impact with its beauty, ease of maintenance, and functionality

Tigerwood (also known as Goncalo Alves, Brazilian Koa and Muiracatiara) is one of the finest quality hardwoods available that features a unique light golden-brown to reddish-brown coloring with exotic black and brown streaks. Tigerwood is an exotic hardwood that is naturally resistant to rot and decay, is an extremely durable hardwood, and offers a 25+ year lifespan without preservatives!

Why Tigerwood?

* Better visual asthetics than Ipe and other hardwoods.
* Unique streaks distinguish Tigerwood from the competition.
* Easier to work with than Ipe and other hardwoods.
* Does not dull woodworking tool like Ipe.

The same wood used in tigerwood Brazilian hardwood decking is also used for flooring, making fine furniture, and for building boats. This should tell you something about its durability as well as its beauty. Creating a deck from this unusual and attractive wood not only will make your project stand out in the neighborhood, it will reward you with years of excellent use and outdoor pleasure.

If you would like to learn more about our Tigerwood Decking please visit www.ottercreekforestproducts.com

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