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Best finish for Timber Homes on the water

We plan to build a timber-frame home on the California coast...right on the bluffs above the surf. We are concerned about protecting the wood exterior, as well as the right windows and doors to withstand the salt air. Any suggestions? Warnings? Thanks

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Permalink Reply by Emily Roache on July 9, 2009 at 9:49am: I've heard that Timber Pro Coatings is very durable. We're going to be restaining our deck next spring and this is what we're considering. Here's the website.

http://www.timberprocoatings.com/index.html

Here's another website with some information about weather proofing a beach home.

http://www.greenhomeguide.com/index.php/knowhow/entry/1186/; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Shaelyn Strattan on July 12, 2009 at 12:36am: Thanks, Emily. We'll check it out.; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Ford Hall Heirloom TimberFraming on January 18, 2010 at 1:37pm: Shaelyn, Also, consider Land Ark Northwest. My close friend Autumn (owner) will be able to answer your questions about durability in the sea salt environment. Mention to her I recommended you.

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