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(@e4wesley)
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Hola Scott (and the World),

I have a very large deck just outside of Seattle. I have refinished it more times than I can count and it always looks like crap after one year. I have tried oil based and water based previously. The deck is pine and I have replaced boards as needed.

What am I doing wrong??

I am getting ready to refinish AGAIN and I really really want to get it right this time. Here are current pics. I pressure washed it a couple of weeks ago but got delayed.

We get a lot of rain and occasional heavy snowfall at this location. My goal is durability and ease of future maintenance as it's an Airbnb.

I am open to all suggestions from start to re-finish 😉

IMG 5521
IMG 5522
IMG 5523
IMG 5524
IMG 5525

 

Cheers and Thanks, Wesley



   
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Scott Paul ~ Restoring Wood & Decks Since 1993
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Prep with the Restore A Deck Stain Stripper and Brightener kit to remove all the old stain while pressure washing (Penofin?). For the new stain, you want a penetrating stain that just fades (does not darken or peel). This makes it easy to clean and recoat as needed. Try TWP 100 Series or the Restore A Deck semi-transparent stain.



   
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(@e4wesley)
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Thank you Scott,

Should I consider sanding the deck?

Also, any idea why my deck has been such a headache?



   
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Scott Paul ~ Restoring Wood & Decks Since 1993
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No need to sand. Using the wrong stain brands most likely.



   
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