After

Phase 1: The first step in our process is to clean off all remaining stain, moss, mildew and grime. We do this by spraying an environmentally friendly cleaner on the deck and let it do its thing. Next we rinse off the deck with a pressure washer. We are very gentle as we rinse the deck and rely on the cleaner to do the work rather than the pressure washer. The cleaner tends to darken the wood, which leads us to our next step of applying a brightener and rinsing that off as well.  At this point we would point out any dry rot that may have come to our attention during the cleaning process

Phase 2: We return after the deck has had enough time to dry (this amount of time varies based on the exposure of the deck, current weather conditions and type of stain we will be using). We start by replacing any damaged boards and tapping in any loose nails.  Next we do some light sanding. Between weathering and the cleaning process we’ve found that most decks need some degree of sanding. We pay special attention to the tops of handrails, benches and the floor. We understand how painful slivers can be.  We then apply the first of two coats of Penofin Ultra wood finish.  We typically use Transparent cedar or Western Red Cedar tone although other colors may be special ordered. 

Phase 3: Penofin is a two coat stain so after the first coat has dried completely we return to apply the second and final coat.  Dry time varies depending on current weather conditions and exposure. As a general rule we recommend waiting 24 hours before using your newly restored deck.

Sealing/Staining: When a deck is stained with a proper sealer is does two things.  First it replaces the oils or resins in the wood to protect it from the rain.  Secondly it has some degree of pigmentation which acts as a sunscreen and keeps the wood from graying.  The more pigmentation the more the UV protection.  However, the more pigmentation a stain has the more it looks like paint.

• Staining

• Sanding

• Cleaning

• Repair

• Sealing

• Restoration

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New Deck Construction:  If you need new deck construction we recommend Rick's Fencing and Decking.  we have worked with them since 1994 and they have a very professional staff, are a well established company, focus on quality and stand behind their work.