Allow it to dry for several days before using.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\nCan I Paint Treated Pine?<\/h2>\n The chemicals in treated pine make it difficult to paint. Because the chemicals swell the wood at first, the moisture content is quite high. This will likely make the paint peel rather quickly. After the wood has sat, it will contract a bit, which can cause any paint that did not peel to crack and splinter. However, after a good amount of time (up to a year), the wood should have settled to its final size. You can then paint or stain the wood, even finishing it off with polyurethane. Some lumber companies even pre-dry or kiln-dry the treated wood so that it is ready to stain and paint immediately. However, if it is not kiln dried, wait at least four months before painting (longer is always better).<\/p>\n
Depending on the chemicals used in the pressure treated process, you\u2019ll find that certain paints or stains may not take on the wood, for instance water-resistant chemicals will repel latex paints and water-based stains. Luckily, most commercial and residential treated pine use water-based chemicals that will take paint and stain of all kinds.<\/p>\n
For outdoor applications, consider using an oil-based paint or stain. These are best for using on outdoor projects anyway because they help the wood stay water resistant. Oil-based paints also work really well on high traffic areas that take abuse, like sheds and fencing from falling sticks and high winds. Oil-based paints provide a very hard shell for the wood, preventing chips and cracks more easily than latex paints. Also, since oil-based paints and stains are so high in VOCs, it is best to work outdoor for plenty of ventilation anyway.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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