Why is Cetol 1 by Sikkens the best stain to use on cedar?
Cetol 1 is flexible and allows the wood to breath, yet repels water so that it beads on the surface (very important in protecting the wood. Cetol 1 also has a fungicide to help protect it against fungal growth (important in humid or coastal climates) as well as contains a UV inhibitor that protects the wood from graying due to exposure to the sun. It does not crack, chip, blister or peel, and will help prevent checking of the wood (term used to describe when the grain raises up). Click here to find out why Cetol 1 is the best.