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Title: old barn/new doors
Post by: giant splinter on June 12, 2012, 09:24:39 AM
I recently built a couple doors for my old barn out of red fir and would like to find a way to accelerate the process that creates the weathered look on the fresh wood. The barn has never been painted and has a nice sun burt natural texture and appearance. I am sure there are many others just as impatient as I am about this kinda thing and I bet someone has a secret formula that they have used to obtain the weathered finish that will match the rest of the barn. Thanks for any help or suggestions on this subject.
Title: Re: old barn/new doors
Post by: Rooster on June 12, 2012, 07:40:55 PM
Step #1... Make list of things to do that will keep you busy for 5 years.

Step #2... Finish everything on your list.

Step #3... Check to see that the new doors have aged.

For better results, repeat steps 1-3 as needed.

Good luck,

Rooster   ;)
Title: Re: old barn/new doors
Post by: shinnlinger on June 12, 2012, 08:47:32 PM
Vinegar and steel wool will darken and burning and then rubing with a wire brush is another technique    Try them on scrap first!!!!!!!
Title: Re: old barn/new doors
Post by: Banjo picker on June 12, 2012, 09:09:03 PM
I second the vinigar and steel wool....I have seen it done to red oak that I sawed for a customer and it looks awsome...I don't know about your red fir...Banjo
Title: Re: old barn/new doors
Post by: shelbycharger400 on June 12, 2012, 09:42:41 PM
sandblast   , but dont go ape on it