Your deck may seem sturdy enough but years of exposure to natural elements can hasten deterioration.
To avert rapid wear and tear, it is important that you maintain an effective maintenance routine.
Wash the veranda on a regular basis.
Make sure to make all minor and major repairs as well.
Get rid of all dirt and wooden fibers possibly with the pressure washer.
However, the pressure stream should always move or the pressure can scratch the wood.
Let the patio dry overnight.
Remove loose nails using the hammer.
Choose a screw longer than the nail when you fasten the board.
Fix the cracked wood.
Mark the dented board adjacent to the edge of the first beam which is beyond the torn area.
Never put marks on any section that is directly over the floor joist or this may damage your saw.
If possible, use the power saw especially for curved areas.
Take away the nails or screws as well as the damaged board.
Make use of deck screws for blocks attached to the truss.
This will keep the replacement board in proper position.
Cut the board to size.
Pre-drill and attach to the support block and trusses using deck screws.
The replacement plank can look higher and larger compared to the existing wood.
Do not worry since this will reduce in size as the moisture gradually dissolves.
You can level the wood through the sander if the panel is still higher than adjacent slats after several weeks.
Nails and screw heads must be hammered deep into the wood before sanding.
Pressure-treated timber is resilient to insects and decomposition.
Nonetheless, it remains at risk to moisture and the excessive sunlight.
You can always buy a transparent wood preservative with protector against ultra-violet rays.
It is also capable of maintaining the wood without altering the color.
Use the exterior tint if you wish to add another shade.
These stains come in translucent and solid finishes.
Lucid colors are designed for the deck area while one hundred per cent varieties may be used for handrails.
Always wear eyeglasses and gloves when you handle these chemicals for protection.
Apply additives with a roller or ordinary brush.
Allow the preservative to stay on the wood for at least 20 minutes.
Brush the surface one more time for a uniform finish and another coating for additional protection.
Let the deck to dry for two days before applying the sealant.
To avert rapid wear and tear, it is important that you maintain an effective maintenance routine.
Wash the veranda on a regular basis.
Make sure to make all minor and major repairs as well.
Get rid of all dirt and wooden fibers possibly with the pressure washer.
However, the pressure stream should always move or the pressure can scratch the wood.
Let the patio dry overnight.
Remove loose nails using the hammer.
Choose a screw longer than the nail when you fasten the board.
Fix the cracked wood.
Mark the dented board adjacent to the edge of the first beam which is beyond the torn area.
Never put marks on any section that is directly over the floor joist or this may damage your saw.
If possible, use the power saw especially for curved areas.
Take away the nails or screws as well as the damaged board.
Make use of deck screws for blocks attached to the truss.
This will keep the replacement board in proper position.
Cut the board to size.
Pre-drill and attach to the support block and trusses using deck screws.
The replacement plank can look higher and larger compared to the existing wood.
Do not worry since this will reduce in size as the moisture gradually dissolves.
You can level the wood through the sander if the panel is still higher than adjacent slats after several weeks.
Nails and screw heads must be hammered deep into the wood before sanding.
Pressure-treated timber is resilient to insects and decomposition.
Nonetheless, it remains at risk to moisture and the excessive sunlight.
You can always buy a transparent wood preservative with protector against ultra-violet rays.
It is also capable of maintaining the wood without altering the color.
Use the exterior tint if you wish to add another shade.
These stains come in translucent and solid finishes.
Lucid colors are designed for the deck area while one hundred per cent varieties may be used for handrails.
Always wear eyeglasses and gloves when you handle these chemicals for protection.
Apply additives with a roller or ordinary brush.
Allow the preservative to stay on the wood for at least 20 minutes.
Brush the surface one more time for a uniform finish and another coating for additional protection.
Let the deck to dry for two days before applying the sealant.