How to stain wood beams without sanding.
Staining exposed wood beams.
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Whether it s pressure treated cedar cypress redwood or even a high end exotic hardwood the right care and maintenance will protect exterior wood and keep it in good shape for years.
By matt weber.
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Step 6 wipe a thick layer of gel stain the best option for working on high up vertical surfaces on the wood with a clean rag.
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So we cleaned the beams and then applied the gel stain here is what we learned.
Protect the walls or ceilings from stain by applying 2 inch wide painter s tape along the sides and ends of the exposed beams.
If you are wanting to stain the beams now would be the time to stain them.
Once the beams were sanded to my liking i used the shop vac to clean them and vacuum up all the dust off of the beams and the surrounding areas.
We also use real antique beams reclaimed from old barns which can add character to any space.
Repair options for exposed wood beams with water stains.
Wood beams add architectural appeal to old world style or post and beam construction but water stains can mar their appearance.
1 leave a wet edge.