Do I need to seal my stand ?

[Murph710]

Hello everyone. Getting closer to plumbing this up and putting some water in it. Do I need to seal the wood, it will remain just like this no doors or covering around the stand. I plan to cut some acrylic to put over my sump to keep some of the evaporation off it. Thanks Jim

 

[moz71]

I did with just a clear acrylic sealer from homedepot. Saltwater is rough on everything. And will eventually rot. Don’t want to be in a position years form the road where falling apart.

 

[jetskiwilly]

Yeah you should, better now than in a year realize wood is soaking up moisture. Also will be easier to wipe down.

 

[workhz]

Yep. Seal it. This looks like an in-wall set up. I sealed the studs, walls and stand for my in-wall.

 

[rwb500]

If possible I like to coat stands with Kilz original primer (must be outdoors or otherwise extremely well ventilated). But yes the wood should be protected.

 

[Lbrdsoxfan]

Yup, seal it with whatever works for you. Looks like your dry still, so now is the time to do it!

 

[z0mbeh]

I would definitely seal it, without sealing it the wood will swell and mildew. Many recommend Rust-Oleum Specialty Appliance Epoxy, I also sealed the gaps of mine with caulking after painting it.

 

[workhz]

Here you go. My in-wall 90.