Any recommendations? I need to get my deck done - been putting it off too long.
Deck cleaning and staining
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cattitude
My Sweetest Boy
vraiblonde said:
You want somebody to do it? Your deck is small, it shouldn't be too bad to do. Ott and I did our own..we need to do it again. I'd help you stain it. You just need to get a power washer (and don't use the tiny point
).My family (dad, us, brother) uses the CWF (Duron) brand of stain. A lot of people use Thompsons but after years of use, my dad and brother swear by CWF.
I am NOT doing this myself. I'd prefer some happy little guy come over and do it for me, so I know it's done right.
BadGirl
I am so very blessed
We used Unlimited Applications for our deck and our huge playground equipment thingy. They did an excellent job on the playground thing - cleaning it and putting on a new coat of sealant.
But the deck....ugh, not so good outcome. But, in all fairness, it is probably because they put on the first stain that the deck had ever had. The wood was unprotected for six years, so no matter what Unlimited Applications put on, it still wouldn't be right. But at least they tried!
They were a bit pricey - $700 for both items. However, the playground thing took them a LOT of time, and it did turn out beautifully.
Sorry, I don't have their number handy at the moment.
But the deck....ugh, not so good outcome. But, in all fairness, it is probably because they put on the first stain that the deck had ever had. The wood was unprotected for six years, so no matter what Unlimited Applications put on, it still wouldn't be right. But at least they tried!
They were a bit pricey - $700 for both items. However, the playground thing took them a LOT of time, and it did turn out beautifully.
Sorry, I don't have their number handy at the moment.
The washing is the easy part. I'm more concerned about the staining and sealing.Christy said:
nobody really
I need a nap
When I did mine, I used CWF. THE BEST. Makes the deck look better than new. Used to use Thompsons, but they can't hold a candle to CWF.cattitude said:You want somebody to do it? Your deck is small, it shouldn't be too bad to do. Ott and I did our own..we need to do it again. I'd help you stain it. You just need to get a power washer (and don't use the tiny point
My family (dad, us, brother) uses the CWF (Duron) brand of stain. A lot of people use Thompsons but after years of use, my dad and brother swear by CWF.
Rael
Supper's Ready
Yes, the power washing is the easy part but only if you're careful.
The problem with a pressure washer is when you're nearly done washing what you want cleaned, you may accidentally wash something else next to what you're washing. Like a driveway. Then you have to do the whole driveway. Then you accidentally brush the fence, and....
This can go on for days! But it is a great tool, I love mine.
Truer words not spoken. Pressure washer will drill concrete. And really hurt if you get yourself somehow.
The problem with a pressure washer is when you're nearly done washing what you want cleaned, you may accidentally wash something else next to what you're washing. Like a driveway. Then you have to do the whole driveway. Then you accidentally brush the fence, and....
This can go on for days! But it is a great tool, I love mine.
Jeff
Stop Staring!!!!!
A bit off topic but slightly relevent.
I have a 5 gallon can of Waterproofing Sealer that I have no use for. It's full and unopened. Bought it last year. I was one of the cheaper brands available at Lowes. I decided to go with better stuff but kept the cheap stuff. If anyone is interested in it PM Me. It's free. I would just like to get it outta my way.
Here is the info off the can"
SEVERE WEATHER by VALSPAR
Clear Multi-Surface Waterproofing Sealer
Great for Decks & Fences, Brick Patios, Concrete Driveways, Exterior Surfaces.
I have a 5 gallon can of Waterproofing Sealer that I have no use for. It's full and unopened. Bought it last year. I was one of the cheaper brands available at Lowes. I decided to go with better stuff but kept the cheap stuff. If anyone is interested in it PM Me. It's free. I would just like to get it outta my way.
Here is the info off the can"
SEVERE WEATHER by VALSPAR
Clear Multi-Surface Waterproofing Sealer
Great for Decks & Fences, Brick Patios, Concrete Driveways, Exterior Surfaces.
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crabcake
But wait, there's more...
Staining and sealing is a piece of cake ... I suggest you don't use a power painter for application, though. (No offense, Pete), but it spotted up on my deck. Best to roll it with a paint roller like you would regular paint. It gives a much easier, consistent application. And you can put an extension stick on the roller handle and stand to do it so you don't break your back. Rolling makes it easy to do the spindles, too. When we redid my deck up there (14'x20' second level w/stairs) it was done in a day. You can get poly and stain in one and make it super easy. 
I'm going to re-do mine (here) this fall, and it's about the same size as my last one, but only one or two steps down to the patio, so I imagine it'll be a piece of cake.
I'm going to re-do mine (here) this fall, and it's about the same size as my last one, but only one or two steps down to the patio, so I imagine it'll be a piece of cake.
Pete
Repete
None takencrabcake said:Staining and sealing is a piece of cake ... I suggest you don't use a power painter for application, though. (No offense, Pete), but it spotted up on my deck. Best to roll it with a paint roller like you would regular paint. It gives a much easier, consistent application. And you can put an extension stick on the roller handle and stand to do it so you don't break your back. Rolling makes it easy to do the spindles, too. When we redid my deck up there (14'x20' second level w/stairs) it was done in a day. You can get poly and stain in one and make it super easy.
I'm going to re-do mine (here) this fall, and it's about the same size as my last one, but only one or two steps down to the patio, so I imagine it'll be a piece of cake.