That depends on our climate. Decks in the direct sunlight tend to fade and dry out; decks in humid and shady areas grow algae and fungus spores. Both problems require attention yearly, or no later than two seasons apart.

Sealing and staining your deck or fencing adds vital nutrients to the wood surface, so that it will not deteriorate at an accelerated rate. Wood products take a tremendous beating through seasonal changes, i.e.;. warping, cracking and/or graying (ultraviolet damage). With these elements attacking wood on a day to day basis, you can see the importance of having your deck or fencing treated right away.

To insure the best protection and the best appearance for your deck, it should be maintained on a yearly basis. Decks take a tremendous beating from the weather and will deteriorate rapidly without proper care. We recommend a yearly power-wash and the application of another coat of sealer to keep your deck at its best.

We need a minimum 50 degree temperature to safely let deck preservative products cure and dry properly.

There are products which are available upon request to wash and seal in one day. However, we choose a two-day method: Wash on the first day, and sand and seal the second dry day.

We recommend cleaning your deck at least yearly. Twice a year is better. Don't reapply stain too frequently, this can cause blotchiness and shiny spots.

When wood has been weathered, it will have to be restored before it may be sealed. In our process, we first apply an environmentally safe cleaning chemical, then powerwash the deck. This removes all the gray discoloration caused by damaged wood fibers, and restores the wood to almost its natural color. Our powerwashers are custom designed for our company. They are low pressure and will not damage the wood surface. All decks, including new ones, should be cleaned before they are sealed.

This mainly will depend on the weather. On average a Pressure Treated Pine deck can be sealed in approximately 45-60 days from installation. A Cedar or Redwood deck can be sealed within 21 days. If you have a fair amount of rain you will need extra time for drying the wood out. Essentially you are making sure you don't seal in any moisture as this will promote rotting from the inside out.

This primarily comes into play if your deck is well above ground (4' or higher). The answer is no. The reason you are sealing your deck is to prevent the sun from aging the wood and more importantly, to prevent rain from rotting your deck. Since the understructure never receives any real sunlight and gravity dictates that water will not stay on the underside, it is not necessary to seal that.

Yes. If you elect not to seal your deck it will age prematurely and will not last as long as a properly maintained deck. A properly maintained deck in our climate should last 30 years. for what type of sealer, we highly recommend to use cost as an indicator. There are definitely reasons why a gallon of Brand X costs $15.00 while Brand Y costs $40.00. Lower cost doesn't necessarily mean better value but it definitely could mean lower performance.

We recommend you let your deck dry for a minimum of four weeks after construction of your deck before we apply a penetrating sealer. The problem with new wood is that the grains are closed and the wood still contains natural chemicals called tannins and mill glaze. If left to nature, it would take 3-6 months for the grain to open and the natural chemicals to leach out. By using a combination of powerwashing and mill glaze remover, we can speed up this process.

Most sealers need a minimum of 4-8 hours to dry, although this can vary depending on the weather and the condition of your deck. If it rains soon after we apply the sealer, look for water spots. These are lighter discolorations on the wood similar to water marks left on fine furniture. If your deck has water spots, please contact us immediately to have the sealer re-applied.

Absolutely! Shingle Shield Roof & Deck Cleaner is the perfect solution to restoring the appearance of wood decks, gazebos, fencing, or porches. It will not lighten the wood’s color (including cedar and redwood) because it contains no bleach. It is also ideal for cleaning most non-oil type stains from concrete driveways and sidewalks. Properly follow all directions on the label.

Yes, Mobil Clean High Mileage can still be used. The extra seal conditioner may help to prevent a leak later on and will not cause problems in your vehicle. Mobil Clean 5000 has a boosted level of cleaning performance to help prevent the formation of sludge and harmful deposits and provides outstanding wear protection of critical engine parts during today's longer service intervals. Mobil Clean High Mileage is designed especially for higher mileage (75,000 miles-plus) vehicles.

Decktergent and Wood Cleaner by Superdeck Brand Products are sodium metasilicate based products to remove oxidized stains and discoloration caused by dirt, mildew and mold. It is recommended for surface preparation before using any type of stain. They can both be used on pressure treated wood, decks, cedar siding, fences, masonry, concrete and stucco.

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