Waterproofing A Fence Question
 

Hello, I'm Donger.

I used a "power washer" last weekend to clean my fence, and I was hoping on taking the time today to apply Thompson's® WaterSeal® Waterproofer Plus Clear Wood Protector to the fence. However, reading the instructions, it states:

"Be sure that both surface and air temperature are above 50° F during application and for 48 hours after application"

The weather forecast for my city shows that it will get down to 41° F tonight and 37° F tomorrow night.

So, I wondering if I should do what I intended or wait until the overnight temperatures comply with the above? If I ignore the temperature recommendations and apply the Thompson's® WaterSeal® Waterproofer Plus Clear Wood Protector today, what would the repercussion(s) be?

Thanks.

You should start by returning Thompson's and buying a better product.

Why bother with the instructions? Do it anyways what could go wrong?

Ditto. Can't remember the name, do some research. Thompsons way over priced and not that good.

Such as what?

Never heard anyone say a good thing about Thompson's.

If you aren't overly concerned with the budget, Sikkens makes tremendous stains and sealers.

That was my second question.

Take the Thompson's back and get Cabot's transparent deck stain. Thompson's sucks and doesn't last a year.

Excellent, thank you! But...

"Do not apply when air or surface
temperature is below 40 °F (4 °C) or may fall below 40
°F (4 °C) for 24 hours after application."

Those aren't instructions, they're merely suggestions.

Dinny

Wait until it gets warmer. I believe the temp affects how the sealer cures and how deep it penetrates into the wood. Might still look the same, but probably won't last as long as it should.

Okay, thanks again.

Why did you put quotes around power washer?

It was really a hose with his thumb over the end.

Inhale as many of the fumes as you can.