[kapry13]

Hi, have a quick question. I am building some modular outdoor seating out of cedar and would like to use my pocket jig as much as possible to hide any screw holes. My question is whether you think a pocket jig screw system will hold up in outdoor conditions or would it be better to face screw everything. The sides of the seating will be screwed together to create the layout of the furniture but the seating will be exposed along with the back. Also do you have any suggestions on an outdoor strength glue I should use? Thanks Kevin

 

[jigs-n-fixtures]

Not sure the screws will get a good grip in the cedar, it's kind of soft.

Other than that, pocket holes will work fine. I'd back them up with Gorilla glue though.

 

[Greg in Maryland]

Do they have pocket screws meant for outdoor use? I wouldn't just use the "regular" pocket screws.

Greg

 

[Masterjer]

Kreg does offer the blue outdoor screws. I've used them before and they work great. I would also glue and screw the cedar. It's so soft, the screws can pull out pretty easily.

 

[kapry13]

Hi, would you consider another wood than cedar. I have used PT and I am not thrilled with the way it stains. But I am not an expert. Any thought?

 

[Gilgaron]

I asked a similar question a while back, but never got around to building the outdoor furniture. The most recommended alternative to cedar was white oak. Don't use red oak, though, as it is too pourous.

 

[johnep]

Ensure the holes are pointing downwards to prevent collection of moisture.
I would use my usual stainless screws with SS washer under the head.
johnep