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03/23/2007, 01:19 PM
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Water sealer? screws for stands?
i am going to be building a 96x 24x 36 stand and would like to know what kind of screws should i use? Stainless steel or composite? 3 or 4 in long? also what kind of water repellent or sealer should i use? is their one made for saltwater resistant on wood or just regular water? Oh and what is the best brand of wood glue also? Help me out asap!
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03/23/2007, 01:42 PM
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i used elmers wood glue
i also used PL premium i used 3" deck screws - Green coated ones i used MinWax Polyurethane for my sealer
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03/23/2007, 01:43 PM
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OK, lots of questions.
Screws: If you really want to spend the $$, then go with stainless. An unnecessary expense IMO, just go with a good quality decking screw and you will be fine. Mine have held up just fine for years now. Sealant: I have used Thompsons but any high-quality water sealer will do. Several coats is best. Even better is a good outdoor-quality paint with a sealing primer (Kilz) for the inside and a polyurethane stain on the outside (or paint). Glue: I use DL polyurethane construction adhesive. Real heavy-duty stuff. Takes a while to cure (24 hours) but when it does, there is no breaking it. Careful with it though as it takes like 5 days to get off your skin if you accidentaly get some on you. Even mineral spirits won't get it off!! Ruins any clothing as well. This is a "you-better-be-sure" type of glue. Sandable and paintable too once cured. I have a relative who used this on his dock down in Florida (saltwater intercoastal waterway) and it has held up for years! Hope this helps!
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03/23/2007, 02:27 PM
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I second deck screws and polyurethane construction adhesive.
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03/23/2007, 11:32 PM
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No, liquid nails would not allow for good close contact of your lumber, use a quality wood glue, polyurethane glues are strong, but expand. It is not a finish material glue. Differnet glues have different uses.
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