First, ask yourself, what do you want your deck to look like? If you like the natural beauty of wood, look for a clear or woodtone penetrating finish. These finishes enhance wood's grain and character while providing protection from water and the sun's UV rays. Expect the finish to last 2-3 years. If you want to add a touch of color but still want to see the grain of the wood, then a semi-transparent finish is what you need.

Peeling is generally a sign of a lot of excess film on the surface and not enough penetration. This could be due to surface contamination, high moisture content in the wood, a previous stain not allowing the new stain to penetrate, or a wet on dry application instead of wet on wet.

I prefer to use a large brush or a mop. You want to get large amounts of Stain Solver liquid on the deck surface. Hand pump sprayers often apply too little solution to the surface. If you must use a sprayer, make sure the product has dissolved completely or you will clog the nozzle! Also, be sure you spray on lots of liquid.

When you're looking for a painted-kind-of-look to match you home exterior, or when the deck has been totally neglected, solid stains hide and conceal any cosmetic imperfections that the lumber may have.

Ans: The insulating additive will help keep the deck cooler while providing a slightly slip resistant surface.

Aesthetics: Clearly the outside of your home is a great source of pride. Having a manicured lawn and beautiful, clean deck allow for a great outdoor living experience. Entertaining, cook outs with family and friends on clean, protected surfaces create joyful memories that last for years to come. The best way you can protect your deck is power wash cleaning and professionally applied protection products.

All of our products are high end. Certain products will do better then others depending on your particular environment or type of wood that you have. If you came to our store looking for a certain brand name then we would suggest sticking with that. Please email us if you have any questions and we will be more then happy to suggest a certain brand depending on your situation.

That's an opinion call, but if you do, you will have to do it again every year. We recommend letting it grey naturally and washing it 2 or 3 times/year with Sunlight dishwashing soap to keep it clean and pollution-free.

Creative Wood Products has their own private label stain called Deck Gold. Deck Gold is an oil based semi-transparent sealer and stain in one. It is a unique blend of resin, pigment oil, mildewcide and UV protectors that penetrate deeply into the wood to protect and preserve it. Deck Gold can be used on all types of wood except Redwood. We also carry Superdeck Products, Superdeck is a natural oil, transparent stain designed to maintain the beauty of your wood.

You should certainly protect your deck from unnecessary moisture intrusion and the harmful effects of the sun's ultra-violet rays. Use of a penetrating stain, containing water repellant ingredients in most cases will protect your deck best. The pigment in the stain will absorb the ultra-violet rays from the sun and protect the wood fibers from degradation. In most cases a stain will need maintenance every 2-4 years while clear sealers require maintenance every 1-2 years.

There are a lot of decks out there, and choosing one can be overwhelming. There are two lines of thinking about choosing your first Tarot deck: Start with a classic. Most modern Tarot decks are based on the Universal Rider-Waite deck. Many Tarot instructors will advise new students to just pick up a copy of this deck for starters. That way, you will have a good base of knowledge about the symbolism of the cards when you feel ready to progress on to a more elaborate deck.

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The decision to charter a yacht is a personal choice or preference depending on your budget, your party size and your experience in sailing, among other factors. All sailing yachts have a set number of cabins hosting from 2 up to the stated amount of passengers. For a party of 6, for example you would choose a yacht with a minimum of 3 cabins. Other factors to consider is your comfort level and your budget.

Genital Herpes was the big sexual issue of the 70’s and 80’s but in fact nobody knows exactly how long it has existed - almost certainly over 100 years. Genital Herpes is usually caused by the Herpes simplex II virus but can be caused by Herpes simplex I. Homeopathy treats the individual and because of this it can be used for genital herpes even if you don’t know which virus is causing the problem.

Tattoo designs are as random and varied as the people who get them. While many people are happy picking a design off the wall of a tattoo shop, others wish to have an artist draw an original design for them. Your tattoo design will be determined by your individual taste and style. Find the right artist, explain what you would like to do, and be certain and satisfied with your design before the actual tattoo is applied.

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If using a semi-transparent stain, like DEFY, apply only as much stain as the wood can easily absorb and take care to brush out any puddles that may form. If you put enough stain on to form a gloss on the surface, it has been over applied and will, more than likely, in time, peel. The Spring and Fall certainly offer the easiest conditions to work in.

Sure can! We can change your deck's color and look from red to blue. This is only available in staining products.

You don't. How long a finish last depends on its clarity and how it is applied. The sun's UV rays penetrate the finish and breakdown the surface of the wood beneath. Darker and more opaque finishes prevent the rays from penetrating and the finishes last longer. Quality clear and wood tone finishes can be expected to last 2-3 years. Semi-transparent finishes (those that have a color but allow the wood grain to show through) will last 3 or more years.

No. Nearly all stains contain a waterproofing additive, which is just as effective as that used in waterproofing sealers. Often, application of a waterproofer over a stain is counterproductive because the surface is no longer porous enough to accept the waterproofer.

Even though the lumber may be kiln-dried before treatment, using water-borne preservatives restores moisture to the wood. Too much moisture in the wood may prevent the stain or paint from penetrating the wood sufficiently. It is best to test the wood by painting or staining a scrap piece to see if it applies properly. If not, wait until it does. A water repellent should be applied annually. Do not use latex paints. Semi-transparent, oil-based stains work best.

On a horizontal surface, Penofin may be expected to perform for an average of 9-18 months and 3-5 years on a vertical surface. The time will vary depending on the percentage of sunlight, weather, etc... Yes. All Penofin wood finish colors contain the same ingredients, just different amounts of colored pigments. However, you will not be able to make the surface lighter by applying a lighter shade. As always, you should test a small area before use.

No, "New Wood Defender" is recommended on pressure treated wood, as well as Cedar and Redwood during the first year of weathering. Wood Defender is a latex based product used to stabilize new exterior wood. This product is treated with fungicide to prevent the growth of mildew.

Unfortunately, the answer is no. The old stain will need to be removed before a new finish can be applied. Look for an outdoor stain remover designed to work with both oil and acrylic finishes. Stripping the deck is not difficult but be sure to follow the label directions closely. Once the deck has been cleaned down to the bare wood, apply the clear, woodtone, semi-transparent or solid color finish of your choice.

We have 18 standard colors, for the white oak units, and 6 for the E series. We can custom match color on the white oak units, not the economy luan mahogany units.

The gel coat used by Maas for hulls and decks comes in white, light gray, yellow, and light teal. Darker colors (such as red, black, or dark teal) add significantly to the weight of a boat and are difficult to apply over large areas without appearing blotchy. Therefore, Maas will only use the darker colors when the buyer agrees to buy the boat no matter how it turns out!! Dark boats are risky for all concerned, and we discourage buyers from choosing them.