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Outdoors > More outdoor > How to Care for Exterior Wood

Learn how to use the latest sealants on new treated lumber or freshly cleaned wood.

Splash water on an existing exterior wooden surface to test whether or not it needs to be resealed. If the water beads and runs off, the surface is sealed. If the water soaks in, then apply a fresh coat or two of water-proofing agent as recommended by the product manufacturer.
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