does exterior plywood need waterproofing?
#1
03-26-19, 07:38 AM
does exterior plywood need waterproofing?
I have made some steps from exterior grade plywood to be used outside for a balcony.
Does this need to be waterproofed or painted or stained or will it be okay as is?
If it does, what is best to use? I would ideally like to keep it plywood coloured, maybe a slightly darker stain if really necessary.
Does this need to be waterproofed or painted or stained or will it be okay as is?
If it does, what is best to use? I would ideally like to keep it plywood coloured, maybe a slightly darker stain if really necessary.
#2
03-26-19, 07:56 AM
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Although true exterior plywood can be exposed to elements, with time it can swell and de-laminate.
If it were me, I would use decking material, cedar, red wood or composite and not worry about it!
If it were me, I would use decking material, cedar, red wood or composite and not worry about it!
#4
03-26-19, 09:08 AM
Assuming you didn't use pressure treated plywood it would best to coat them with an exterior oil base primer and then top coat with your choice of exterior deck paint. If it is treated plywood, I'd use a deck stain.
