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How to Protect Outlet Post From Rotting

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Tips for protecting a decorative outlet post base

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Step 2: Apply a wood preservative for ground contact

   
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To protect the end of the tree stump or tree trunk (decorative outlet post) that will be buried in the ground, get some tar and apply it with a spatula.

All to prevent rotting.
 
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