I have some cheap pine shelves that I plan to put outside on the balcony to grow some herbs. To 'weather-proof' it, I've bought some clear woodstain. I decided on wood stain because it was recommended to me by the home center staff. But watching some YouTube videos this morning, someone said wood stain does not provide any protection against the elements. So I'm now wondering if I bought the right stuff.
If it is, I believe a light sand, wood stain, another light sand and a second layer of wood stain, will be sufficient? Do I need anything else?
Best Answer
Wood stain is used to color the timber, it may also be designed to offer some protection from sunlight.
However, if the timber is outside in the sun, wind, rain and snow then another protection will be needed. One is varnish and I tend to find the (more expensive) yacht varnish most hardy. But nature is relentless...