How do I care for the cypress wood of my Roman Arc hammock stand or swing stand?
Especially if you live in a climate prone to wet or extreme weather, a little routine maintenance once or even twice a year will do wonders for the life of your Roman Arc hammock stand or swing stand. Begin by sanding the wood with 120-grit sandpaper, wiping away the dust with a slightly damp cloth. Instead of finishing with a heavy varnish, however, we recommend treating the wood with boiled linseed oil. We originally applied a marine-grade varnish (high-gloss in honey-gold color), and such a heavy varnish may last longer without need for touching up or totally refinishing; however, linseed oil is particularly nourishing to cypress wood, and offers superior long-term protection.
