We are thinking about using caramel brown rolled bamboo (Forever Bamboo or Backyard X-capes) for our fences. The manufacturer recommends applying their "specially formulated TWP [Total Wood Protector] with UV Inhibitors", but the MDS says that it is "toxic to fish" and has a maximum coating VOC of 250 grams/liter. Which product would you recommend that would be applicable to bamboo, low/zero VOC, and environmentally friendly? SAMPLE - Vermont Natural Coatings PolyWhey, Exterior, Penetrating Stain, Brackish Brown Wood Stains & Sealers

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We are thinking about using caramel brown rolled bamboo (Forever Bamboo or Backyard X-capes) for our fences. The manufacturer recommends applying their "specially formulated TWP [Total Wood Protector] with UV Inhibitors", but the MDS says that it is "toxic to fish" and has a maximum coating VOC of 250 grams/liter. Which product would you recommend that would be applicable to bamboo, low/zero VOC, and environmentally friendly? SAMPLE - Vermont Natural Coatings PolyWhey, Exterior, Penetrating Stain, Brackish Brown Wood Stains & Sealers

Status: Open Jul 16, 2020 - 02:50 AM

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Jul 18, 2020 - 07:45 AM

Our Vermont Natural Coating Polywhey Exterior Penetrating Stain is a good choice if it penetrates into the bamboo. Some bamboo may already be sealed and as such may be difficult to penetrate. You will need to test it with some samples first to see how well it adheres and what is looks like. Samples are available on our website for testing.