This year, was the year to refinish the patio deck. My wife had wanted this accomplished last year, but I got pulled away from doing it. Generally, I am not one to put things off, but the deck had to wait it out for me to be ready. Having refinished

I have been studying and performing deck cleaning and staining for several years now. Before we built our own deck on our home, I wanted to know the best way to maintain it for a good appearance, long life, and ease of care. Anything takes some care, even the so-called

A properly applied stain is part of regular maintenance to protect your deck from stains, mildew, the elements and damaging uv rays. Stain products exist for every type of deck, including composite decking. Selecting the appropriate product to match the your deck material and applying it the proper way will

A sprayer is a useful tool for any DIYer. Its main advantage is that it can help you finish a paint or stain job very quickly- within a few hours, instead of an entire day or weekend. If you’re thinking about applying wood deck stain with a sprayer, it’s important

To maintain the safety and beauty of your deck, you should inspect it carefully once a year and perform any necessary repairs. Rotten wood, loose joints, and missing slats are ugly, but they can also cause serious injuries. Here are the basic areas you need to check each year. Clear

Decks add curb appeal to your home. They also add an element that requires routine maintenance. Here are three important reasons putting a routine deck maintenance plan into place will protect the investment you’ve made. 1. Water damage leads to wood damage. Even the most resistant woods such as redwood