Paraffinic / Linseed oil

[Paraffinic / Linseed oil]

Ken,

Fair enough. This is a interesting test with a stain manufacturer and yours truly.

Odd thing, the Forest Products Lab has never, in my search, done anything on paraffin oils, but they have certainly warned of potential mold/mildew with linseed oil.

Regardless, if the stain manufacturer has used correct and high quality driers and mold/mildew/fungicides, the oil base should not matter, at least for the short term.

Two years on horizontal wood exposed to direct sun, for semitransparent oils in our climate, is the norm.

I'm almost willing to make book. Wanna' bet?

I completely agree. It's the quality of the resins, mildew/fingicides and driers.

[Wood Cleaner ?]

Does anyone know of a good granular formula of exterior wood cleaner. Any help would be appreciated!

Thanks

[Brass Curved Spray Wands]

Thanks!!!

[Brass Curved Spray Wands]

Does anyone know where to get curved brass spray wands at wholesale pricing and all the parts? Also, I need to try and find a fitting for the spout on a 325 gallon tote tank to make it curve downward. Anyone have any ideas???

[Sodiumhypochlorite %]

Has anyone ever used Calcium Hypochlorite? Do you know the mixture/ratio??

[dark red ready seal fence]

Its a popular color here in dallas. Sometimes it goes back and fourth with dark red and dark brown.

What color is that?

[Wood Tux Website?]

Does anyone have Wood Tux website address? Can't find it. Also, does anyone know what type of oil is used in it. Paraffin???

Thanks

[Cabot or Readyseal?]

We like Wood Tux better than either of the ones you mentioned.

Beth

How much will it cost me for the ULTIMATE sponsorship from your site?

[twp 200]

Ethan. you certainly have some stunning work in your company's gallery for only being in bus for just over a year. I particularly like the Ipe deck!

As to the IP address between posts - there is no conflict with the IP's. Guess that won't help in locating the laptop.

Celeste

What is an Ipe deck?

[twp 200]

Here on TGS we suggest that if a company is going to have more than one employee login to the forums, that each user have a unique user name and password - in other words their own TGS account. This helps to avoid identity "confusion".

Beth

:cup: time for coffee :cup:

Definitely wont happen agian.

[twp 200]

Ethan. you certainly have some stunning work in your company's gallery for only being in bus for just over a year. I particularly like the Ipe deck!

As to the IP address between posts - there is no conflict with the IP's. Guess that won't help in locating the laptop.

Celeste

I've been in business for 6 years.

[twp 200]

The 200 series has a much higher solid content which is better for the woods longevity Great for porous wood (cedar shakes). On newer wood it would be more difficult to use. You can see the great results " BDA Shane" get's with BGA. IN fact similar to TWP's products. Ready Seal would be a good choice also. These products are the best for wood preservation and ease of application ( and maint.)

Tex, I thought your post was funny until I saw your web site and Ken's. You all sell product's !!!!!

Hey there. Sorry to bother you but it looks as if I have caused a stir. Last week I fired a guy and he took my laptop with him with all my passwords to different sites. He has threatened to do things to harm my company. I have changed my password on this site and others. His name is Robert Hollie if he ever pops up on here. Again sorry for the post and sorry to Bakers Grey Away. I do sell products on my site but again thats not the way I do business.

Sincerely sorry!

[twp 200]

Ethan,

No bashing! Read our forum rules, and fix your post.

Beth

Could you guys please post the note I left you guys. I would really appreciate it.

[new fence]

Sorry but get in touch with me! We can help you out! I promise.

[twp 200]

Bakers Grey Away is absolutely horrible. I've seen the testing on the product. My own opinion but it's a fact.

[2006 Sealer Poll: Which are you using this year?]

Hey everyone! My company manufactures exterior oil-based semi-transparent wood stain. It has been through accelerated testing and is showing to last longer than the one's we tested against. Since I am a member of this site and "LIKE IT ALOT", I will offer all members our stain at $19.95 per gallon. If you would like, I will give you 10% off the first order so you can see how great the product is. Call me or reply if you have questions.

Ethan

[Check this out]

Not a true statement. There are many water based stains available that won't wash off in the rain.

Preparation is the key, and that is the main area where the 5 minute deal falls short.

I should re-phrase that comment I made for you. Water-Based isn't going to last as long as oil based. Also, totally different climates.

[Check this out]

I have raun into homeowners that have "tried" using this stuff and was a complete nightmare. Anything that is water-based isn't going to last on exterior wood.

[Advertising and getting your name out there.]

I had a question for the VETERANS out there. I have been doing exterior wood restoration (staining/sealing/cleaning/repairs) for about 6 months now. What is the absolute best way to advertise for this business? What did you all do 6 months into the start of your business (PLEASE DON'T SAY...STARVE) :) I use internet marketing and direct mail ads. The direct mail ads are not really that cost effective and the inetrnet marketing just isn't enough. Thanks!!

Ethan

[Bid question...opinions, everyones got one]

Whoa Matt! Big job. Hey you know TexSeal is here in Big D to help you out on that job if needed. :) Gallons and Manpower! Good luckon the bid. Sounds pretty fair pricing.

[quality of work]

I use a method that gives my customers a price break if they have a larger fence than others. If they have a fence that is over 2000SF, I will give a $.02 deduction per square foot. This goes for clean and seals as well as seals only.