Go over it again for a consistent finish and to prevent paint pooling in puddles. Work along the length of the boards painting three to four boards at a time from one end of a deck board all the way down to the other end. Hold the sprayer by angling the pick-up tube in the pot to the bottom of the container to minimise the number of refills needed. Keep your arm at the same distance from the decking as you cover the decking around 20 to 25cm for a consistent finish.
What is the condition of your decking? First, assess the condition of your decking. Paints The advantage of paints is that they come in a huge array of colours from natural looking, subtle shades to bright and bold hues.
Stains Deck stains are more opaque than paint, so you can still see the natural wood grain with a layer of gorgeous colour. Oils Decking oils penetrate the timber, waterproofing and replacing natural oils and resins that are lost over time.
Watch the weather Keep a close watch on the weather forecast. Clean your decking Before you start your chosen treatment, give your decking a good clean. Tools for the job Decking cleaner Decking stripper — if necessary Broom Screwdriver — if necessary Sander — we recommend a belt or palm sander, if necessary Scrubbing brush Pressure washer or garden hose Pressure washer attachments for cleaning decks Wellington boots Gloves Safety goggles Knee pads Dust mask - if sanding.
Step 1 Clear everything off of your decking and use a stiff broom to give your decking a good sweep. Step 2 If your decking has layers of previous paint and you want to go back to a more natural wood look, sand them down using a belt or palm sander. If you decide against sanding your decking, continue to step 3. Step 3 Apply your decking cleaner directly to the wood and start scrubbing it with a scrubbing brush.
Choose your tool There are a few options to choose from when it comes to applying your decking paint or stain. Brushes Brushes are great for fiddly areas, such as between expansion gaps, and so can be a helpful addition to other tools.
Rollers To work more quickly, consider a roller. Paint pads Like a roller, a paint pad can also be used with a pole and works well applying stain to both grooved and smooth decking. Treating your decking with a paint brush Step 1 Give your chosen deck paint, oil, or stain a really good stir before applying to make sure you get a consistent colour.
Step 2 Work along the length of the boards with a generous coating on your brush. Step 3 Leave it to dry and then apply further coats as needed. I suppose this depends how liberally you apply the product but if you have a very large deck, you may need two cans to be safe.
You are fine to apply the second coating soon after. It is water-based which means it works very well with surfaces that have become dry and cracked with age. This moisture content also helps prevent the wood from splitting which can easily happen with surfaces that are regularly exposed to rainwater before drying out again.
Ronseal actually recommends the product be applied by spraying — so it could be a very easy job if you have an electric sprayer to use with it. Of course, you can also apply it more traditionally using a brush and a little elbow-grease. The product is pretty much clear — but it will lighten the surface slightly and leave a slightly waxy feel.
Your deck should be touch dry within hours, after which time you can apply a second coating if necessary. Most use this product annually to ensure their deck is always thoroughly protected. So if you apply it once and leave it the cupboard for the following year, you might find that it has turned into lumps of jelly once you come to use it again.
Generally this differs between the type of board used. Generally, there are four types of treatment products you can apply to your boards to protect them —. Most softwood boards will have been pressure-treated, though these still need surface treatment. New wooden decking structures should always be treated. Attempting to apply product to a used, dirty deck will not be effective.
After cleaning, leave enough time for the surface to dry thoroughly before getting started. Top Tip: You can determine whether your deck needs to be sealed through a simple spot-test. Spill a few drops of water onto the surface. If you have chosen to paint your deck, you should use an oil product first so that your surface is protected against weathering.
Though many choose to apply their product using or paint-roller or pump-sprayer, our experts would highly recommend the old-fashioned method of using a handheld brush. Excess oil can also be removed using a lint-free cloth. When oiling or sealing your deck, you should first apply a thin coating across the entirety of your surface — being careful to keep the coating even all over.
Your first coating should be left a few hours to dry fully, before a second coating is applied over the top. If you really want your deck to look as good as new, you should carry out maintenance repairs first. Identify any areas that need fixing or sanding, remove all splinters and replace any loose or broken boards. There are two different ways you can revive old grey wood. You can either use a clear restorer which brings back out the natural grain and appearance of the wood, or you can use a decking reviver paint which covers and colours the wood.
Both revive your wood however clear restorers still need a layer of stain or oil to protect from weather. Use a paintbrush to apply the decking restorer to your deck. Grab a stiff bristle brush and work the decking restorer into the surface of your decking. Wait 15 minutes and then scrub again before rinsing off with clean water. Protect your decking against harsh weather and footfall and keep it looking good for twice as long as standard decking stain.
Available in 13 different colours and covers 6. How to look after decking. Project overview On average, timber decking lasts for between 15 and 30 years. Print Version. How to clean decking Before you do any DIY on your decking, you need to clean it first. Using a cleaning solution 1. Sweep the deck Remove all the furniture and use a stiff wire brush to sweep away loose debris, leaves and dirt. Protect the surrounding area Cover your plants and grass to protect them from the cleaning solution.
Using a pressure washer If you choose to clean your deck with only a pressure washer, you still need to sweep the deck and protect the surrounding area just to make sure nothing gets damaged. Use as wide a nozzle as possible to evenly distribute the water pressure. What is best: decking oil or stain? Decking oil Oils often come in natural colours or clear and enhance the natural appearance of your wood. Decking stains Decking stains are similar to varnish and are available in a variety of colours.
Decking stains are more susceptible to peeling and flaking if not properly maintained. How to stain decking Before you start staining your decking, clean it first. After removing the old stain or oil, you are now ready to apply a fresh coat of stain. Choose how you apply the stain The majority of decking stains need to be applied with a paintbrush. Apply the stain Thoroughly stir the stain to make sure the colour is thoroughly mixed.
Load up a wide paintbrush with a liberal amount of stain and apply it to the deck. Apply a second coat Wait roughly four hours for the first coat to dry.
Apply the second coat in the same way as the first. How to oil decking As with staining, you need to clean your decking before you oil it.
0コメント