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Exterior preservative on cedar nest boxes and roosting boxes? (1 Viewer)

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I'm going to build some nest boxes and roosting boxes out of cedar. I know the insides should be left unfinished, but what about the exteriors? I'm thinking about some sort of light preservative to keep the wood looking new-ish. Or...will birds find them more inviting if they take on that grey weathered look over time?
 
Without doubt, leave them to weather naturally. Regardless of whether water based, anything painted on is for us humans not wildlife. Cedar should last a very long time and it's good you're thinking of bringing nature into your garden but giving them an opportunity.
 
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