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Have An Old Faded Deck You Want To Restore To Look Good? Use Deck Coating After These Repairs
If your wood deck is old and faded but still in good enough condition that it could be repaired and stained, make sure that you use a high-quality deck coating. The deck coating can preserve the deck against things like:
- UV rays and damages
- Weathering
- Chips and splinters
- Mold
- Pests
When applied properly this barrier will protect the wood and help improve the strength of the deck. Here are some things you'll want to do in advance to help preserve the life of your deck.
Pressure Wash and Repair
The deck should first be pressure washed and then repaired to prepare for the coating. There could be a need for repairs because of:
- Mold
- Warping
- Splintering
- Rusted hardware
Once any flaws have been taken care of properly, the deck will be ready for coating or any color changes. This is best to be done by a professional who has the proper tools and knowledge.
Add New Stain
If you want to enhance the look of the deck or just cover up the repaired areas to match the existing wood, you will have to add stain. This is something that should be done when the weather is tolerant, and rain isn't in the forecast. This will also help the deck look like new again.
Apply Deck Coating
Once the stain is dried and all the repairs are completed it will be time for the coating. You can choose between urethane and acrylic options. The urethane will be:
- More suited for cold weather
- Resistant to wear from traffic
- Not susceptible to water damage
These are just a few of the benefits of a urethane coating, but acrylic is a reliable option as well. Pros of acrylic deck coating include:
- More affordable than urethane
- Low odor
- Easy to clean
You will have to look at the pros and cons associated with both of these wood deck coating options and go from there.
Set a budget for the project and look at the amount of work that needs to be done. If you don't think you can do any of these things on your own, and apply the stain and coating, start getting quotes to get the work done fast.
Any type of coating you pick out should come with some type of warranty. This way you can start using the deck as an outdoor living space, and you can feel confident that the repairs and work put into the deck were worth it because they are protected with the coating. For more information on a deck coating, contact a company near you.