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  • Jun 22, 2008, 11:35 AM
    jsjones01
    Preserving cedar roof shakes
    I have purchased a small house in Seattle area that has a detached studio building with a cedar shake roof. I just cleaned and pressure washed the roof. It looks new now and I'd like to keep it that way. How do I seal/preserve the shakes so I don't have to do this very often? Thanks!
  • Jun 22, 2008, 12:21 PM
    wildandblue
    Cedar is like redwood a naturally rot resistant wood. It weathers to a natural gray appearance. Most people just leave it like that. If you want a new wood appearance you could try a stain now that your wood is cleaned up but you would have to reapply that periodically just like you have to paint your house. Between water and sun a roof really takes a beating.
  • Jun 23, 2008, 12:22 AM
    jsjones01
    Can I use something like Thompson's Water Seal to preserve and seal the wood? What is the best way to apply?
  • Jun 23, 2008, 09:18 AM
    wildandblue
    Yes that will work. You can put it in a deck sprayer and spray it. Try to avoid spray drift onto plants around your building, and protect any windows from streaks.Did I mention move your car? Cause I have done that one.
  • Jun 23, 2008, 09:39 AM
    jsjones01
    Thanks for the tips! There's no wind today, so I'm going to tackle the job. I appreciate the advice! Have a good day.

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