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JRanch
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# Posted: 7 Jan 2010 09:25
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Hi all,
I have some 6"x6" beams that I plan on using for the main beams of my 12x16 cabin. These beams are not Pressure Treated, what would any of you guys recommend I use to waterproof them?

Thanks Eh,
Keith

CabinBuilder
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# Posted: 7 Jan 2010 09:51
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If you use beams above the ground (walls, etc.), the simplest is oil paint or oil stain (for better wooden-like look).
I wouldn't put them where they would touch or near the ground, unless those are cedar beams.

flatwater
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# Posted: 7 Jan 2010 22:56
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Do you have any problems with carpenter ants or termites in your area ? If so I would use something in your paint to help repell those little beasties

JRanch
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# Posted: 9 Jan 2010 08:20 - Edited by: JRanch
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Cabinbuilder, they are not cedar beams and yes, oil paint is one option that I was thinking of.

Flatwater, I'm in New Mexico at an elevation of approx. 7500 feet, I was told there are no termites due to the elevation but for my piece of mind I need to do some research on termites in my area to find out for sure.

Thanks guys for the info.

keith

elkdiebymybow
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# Posted: 11 Jan 2010 19:50
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There is a product the big home improvement stores carry called JASCO Termin-8 wood preservitive. Thats the best that I have come across.

toyota_mdt_tech
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# Posted: 2 Feb 2010 00:58
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You can treat them yourself with a product called Jasco.

toyota_mdt_tech
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# Posted: 26 Feb 2010 22:58
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Quoting: JRanch
what would any of you guys recommend I use to waterproof them?



Jasco, comes in gallon cans. Grab a small pump type fertilizer sprayer. Get the cheap plastic one, you will need to throw it away unless you glean it with mineral spirits.

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