Can I use regular mineral oil or cooking oil to prevent water from rotting my wood fence?
Written by Guest on October 29th, 2011Question by Y.P. Golf: Can I use regular mineral oil or cooking oil to prevent water from rotting my wood fence?
I understand that it is not common to use regular cooking oil to preserve the wood fence. However, before there are chemicals,people use oil to shine/preserve the “antique” furniture. Is there any reason that is wrong to use mineral oil/cooking oil?
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Answer by William B
you would have to spray it every wk,
use Thompson,s water seal. on it.
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October 29th, 2011 at 1:56 pm
Using vegetable oil inside is definitely different from outside as on a fence. Vegetable oil would quickly become rancid outside and provide food source for microorganisms, just the opposite effect that you are looking for. Using tar or creosote oil would be much better, mineral oil may provide some minimum protection but not much.
October 29th, 2011 at 2:21 pm
I have a wooden fence and I used new motor oil . Good old 30 weight motor oil from the local Walmart. Do not use burnt motor oil or it will darken the wood . Try a small area to see what you like .I painted it on with a brush . Looks good to me .
October 29th, 2011 at 2:51 pm
My grandfather used to rub fat drippings from sausages on his front door. i don’t know if thats practical for everyone though.