Shellacking Pots?

[Laserbeak]

Originally Posted by WaterWitchin

I'm still not sure I even understand the point of shellacking a porous pot. Or wood basket. Esthetics?

Don't understand the "why" of it. Not being negative, just curious.

To prolong the life of the basket, plus allow it to be stained or painted.

[DavidCampen]

I have been staining redwood slat baskets using a Cabot brand, semi transparent, oil (linseed/alkyd) stain that was formulated for use on outdoor decks. The baskets look nice for a longer period of time when I do this.

[WaterWitchin]

Originally Posted by Laserbeak

To prolong the life of the basket, plus allow it to be stained or painted.

Thanks Laserbeak... makes sense.

I am always trying something else, usually before anything has a chance to rot, etc. But also likely may not have either the same orchids as you, or less orchids to worry about.

Thank you for the response... and I still wouldn't use shellac. Just because I'm old enough to know it doesn't mix well with water.