Deck Maintenance & Repairs - Maintenance & Repairs
Refinish a deckWhile most decks need a maintenance coat of oil twice a year or stain every year or two, higher levels of pigment and better moisture resistance help quality finishes last longer and give better protection. Read More.. |
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| Fix a rotting deck post Decay can be caused by the end grain of a post being in contact with termites and moisture.... | |
| How to replace a broken decking board A broken or splitting board can present a hazard to kids or anyone walking barefoot on the... |
| Sanding to refresh decking The question of whether to clean or lightly sand the deck to remove the surface coat is one... | |
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Clean the surface of your deck Checking an oiled or stained deck twice a year is all that’s needed to keep it in g... |
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Refinish a deck 2While most decks need a maintenance coat of oil twice a year or stain every year or two, higher levels of pigment and better moisture resistance help quality finishes last longer and give better protection. | Check the finish on your deck Depending on how the deck has been finished the timber may need to be deep-cleaned then refinished, but sometimes all that’s needed to spruce it up is a good wash down, especially if it’s painted. | | Clean the surface of your deck Checking an oiled or stained deck twice a year is all that’s needed to keep it in good shape. | Sanding to refresh decking The question of whether to clean or lightly sand the deck to remove the surface coat is one of condition. | How to replace a broken decking board A broken or splitting board can present a hazard to kids or anyone walking barefoot on the deck. Instead of using a whole new board, replace the damaged section with a length of timber that spans at least three joists. | Fix a rotting deck post Decay can be caused by the end grain of a post being in contact with termites and moisture. In some conditions, even a galvanised post support can corrode. Make repairs and improve the runoff instead of replacing the hardwood post. |
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