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From: Whelans <>
Subject: [NF-ROOTS] Weathering wood
Date: Fri, 01 Aug 2003 13:01:22 -0600

I have another unusual question today. I have a new wooden object which I want to "weather" to a grey look like old wharves, lobster traps, driftwood, etc. I live in Alberta so leaving it out on the point and letting the cold North Atlantic spray do its natural job is not an option. Is there some way I can help mother nature along, to speed up the process. I can leave it out in the sun but is there a chemical or something that would weather it faster. I know that there are deck washes that will reverse the weathering process. What factor does salt play in this grey weathering? Would it help if I mixed up salt water and soaked it in it?

Thanks again,
Valerie

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