Seattle Weather vs Decks - Deck Stain Stripping Questions and Answers

RE: Seattle Weather vs Decks

Scott Paul ~ Restoring Wood & Decks Since 1993 — Mon, 14 Aug 2023 12:00:08 +0000

No need to sand. Using the wrong stain brands most likely.

RE: Seattle Weather vs Decks

e4wesley — Sun, 13 Aug 2023 19:34:38 +0000

@administrator

Thank you Scott,

Should I consider sanding the deck?

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

RE: Seattle Weather vs Decks

Scott Paul ~ Restoring Wood & Decks Since 1993 — Sun, 13 Aug 2023 12:23:57 +0000

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.

Seattle Weather vs Decks

e4wesley — Sun, 13 Aug 2023 01:35:11 +0000

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 ;)

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Cheers and Thanks, Wesley