This paint can be used very effectively when used on wood that is in the
weather or near ground level. Many extra years of use can be gained by using
it, thought it is more expensive than cheap paint.

1 quart boiled linseed oil
1 quart paint thinner
1/2 pound paraffin wax
1 gallon copper naphthenate paint

Mix paint thinner and wax overnight (about 70 degrees F). The next day mix
all items together.

Each ingredient serves a purpose. Boiled linseed oil forms a hard coat. Paint
thinner dissolves the paraffin wax that fills pores in the wood to
waterproof. Copper naphthernate kills termites and preserves the wood from wood
destroying molds and rots.

This must be used on unpainted wood and above 50 degrees F. Can be painted
after the weathering about six months. So this is not a weekend job then use
project. Also you must let the wood air out before putting bees in it or supers
on top. Air it out at least 60 days. More be better. Trust me on this part. 60
Days.

I try to use this on new wood especially bottoms, deep bodies. Before
assembling the wood parts I dip or paint the mitered joints.

The life of the wood can be extended many years.

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