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    May 16, 2006, 07:40 PM
    Another pressure treated question
    How soon can I paint the wood?I'm buying it either from Lowe's or home depot where the wood is kept indoors.. thanks
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    May 17, 2006, 05:58 AM
    For paint, give it 6 months. With stains, it varies since they do not block moisture movement. Some can be applied immediately.

    For more reading on it, see
    Treated Wood - Arch Wood Protection, Inc. - Maintenance Tips
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    May 18, 2006, 07:14 PM
    I agree w/ rickj. Even though its indoors it is soaked due to being indoors. The wood doesn't get to dry out like it would if it was being stored outside under protective cover/roof.
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