Use a polyurethane varnish to finish indoor cypress wood. If finishing outdoor cypress wood, use an oil-based mildew-resistant wood stain. Remove all furniture from the room if you are finishing a floor. If you are finishing furniture or cabinets, protect nearby items with old blankets or a tarp.Jul 21, 2017
What do you put on cypress wood?
For greatest weather resistance and durability, apply an epoxy sealer to cypress wood before you use the varnish. Use a foam roller to apply up to three coats. Apply each coat while the previous one is still wet or sand lightly between coats if the epoxy has hardened.
How do you stain and seal Cypress?
- Spread a drop cloth on a flat work surface in a well-ventilated area. ...
- Sand each side of the wood along the grain. ...
- Apply the stain to a brush or cloth. ...
- Leave the stain on the wood for the amount of time recommended by the product's manufacturer.
Should you oil cypress wood?
If you leave the furniture unfinished, over time it will take on a gray hue, but you can protect the orange and red hues of the original cypress with finishing oil. The oil will bring out the natural color of your wood, while offering protection from graying.
Can you put polyurethane on cypress wood?
Use a polyurethane varnish to finish indoor cypress wood. If finishing outdoor cypress wood, use an oil-based mildew-resistant wood stain. ... If you are using varnish, lightly sand the dry first layer with 220-grit sandpaper, vacuum up the dust and then apply a second coat. This will protect the cypress and make it shine.Jul 21, 2017