FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

No. All wood exposed to the weather will turn grey and Seasonite can't prevent this process. Nevertheless, Seasonite will protect the wood's chemical secretions which give it its natural colour. Therefore, this will slow down the greying process and make it uniform.

No. Wood exposed to the sun will inevitably continue to turn grey, unless it is cleaned in order to restore its natural colour (Net-Trol). By applying Net-Trol every year, followed by Seasonite, you will protect the wood's natural colour.

Yes. Seasonite will limit cleaving and warping that occurs after the wood pores have opened.

Seasonite is initially water repellent, keeping moisture on the surface; however, it is also a microporous product that allows the moisture in the wood to escape. It shouldn't be confused with water repellent products containing wax or silicone, which cause water to bead on the surface of the wood.

Seasonite is a unique product; it isn't a water repellent that forms a film on the surface that can't be coated with other products for years; neither is it a treatment that hides the wood's natural beauty.  Seasonite allows the wood to stabilise by gradually regulating its humidity. Therefore, Seasonite limits the effects of weathering. Seasonite is easy to use, simply apply one generous coat.

Seasonite is an easy to use, soap and water cleanup stabilising treatment for newly installed exterior wood including pressure treated wood, redwood, cedar, and other fine exterior woods.

Seasonite is applied as soon as exterior wood is installed to stabilise the wood and to protect it from the stress's, which accompany exposure to the elements.  This simple treatment helps to minimise splitting, swelling, cupping and warping and provides a sound surface for later painting, staining or finishing with Textrol or FloodPro.

Seasonite can be applied in a single full penetrating coat by brush, roller, spray, or by dipping for 10 minutes. If Seasonite is to be the finish coat, apply two coats with the 2nd coat being applied 4-6 hours after the 1st, but no longer than 6 hours.

No. All exposed wood will eventually turn grey, and Seasonite cannot stop the process altogether. However, Seasonite helps retain the natural wood components that provide your wood colour, so that any fading is much more gradual and even.

No. As long as it is exposed to the sun, wood will continue to grey unless steps are taken to restore its natural colour. A thorough cleaning with Net-trol, followed by another application of Seasonite as required, will keep your wood looking natural.

Not necessarily. If you like the appearance that Seasonite provides, you can continue to use it instead of other finishes.  As stated previously, apply two coats the first year, then re-apply 1 coat of Seasonite as required, cleaning the wood with Net-trol Wood Cleaner & Colour Restorer first. Your wood will retain a clean, natural appearance as it weathers.

Seasonite provides initial water repellency and keeps excess moisture out, but it is a breathable finish that allows moisture in the wood to escape.  Do not confuse with surface water repellents, which contain wax or silicone and cause water to bead up.

Yes.

Yes. Seasonite will minimise the destructive warping, swelling and delamination that occurs during the open phase of construction by stabilising the sub flooring.

No, but the stains will be less severe and much easier to remove after the weathering period than wood which is initially coated with conventional clear finish.

Seasonite is truly unique.  It is not a water repellent that forms a surface film and is unpaintable for years to come or a stain that masks the natural beauty of the wood.  Seasonite keeps excess water out of new wood.  It doesn't stain the wood, but works almost unseen to stabilise the wood.  Seasonite provides a slow, steady weathering period that minimises weather's effects, reducing swelling, splitting, cupping and warping.  Seasonite is an easy one-coat application for exterior wood.