I have new porch with peeled cedar logs as cornerposts, 8 – 10 inches in diameter. They will be exposed to blowing rain periodically, and direct sunlight daily. I would like to know best way to treat to preserve beauty as they are still light-colored (not sure how they got that way… bleached maybe). I appreciate any information and have enjoyed your site even tho I have a brick ranch!
There is not much you can do to maintain the light look. You should put some Perma Chink Ultra 2 stain on (maybe Light Natural) and keep up on the clear coat. From the elements they will get I would recommend applying the clear coat every year on the exposed sides. You can apply a light coat of stain right over the clear, if it ever looks like the stainis fading a little.