How To Repaint A Wood Deck
Mary hyatt author from florida on august 27 2014.
How to repaint a wood deck. For an existing deck or concrete slab fiberon makes a surface mount bracket as shown below. How to repaint a deck without stripping. It is thicker than regular exterior paints and usually includes a mold and mildew inhibitor. I m glad you liked the fence i painted too.
After cutting the end post flush with the deck using a reciprocating saw remove the old railing in sections. Some of the surfaces such as the area between a fence rail and a. Hi pawpawwrites thanks so much for reading about how i refinished my old wooden deck. Most decks can be restored to their former glory with a thorough strip back and a new coat of paint.
Paint can also be more durable than a stain especially if your deck is high off the ground. Most products claim a high degree of slip resistance. Learn how to prepare a deck for stain or paint. Before you apply stain make sure the surface is clean no dust dirt wood fibers or grease dry and free from mildew.
Hi brite ideas thanks for the nice compliment on my refinishing my old wooden deck. To paint your deck start by washing it to remove dirt and debris. You re lucky to have some big trees in your yard. Several thoughts need to be considered repainting a deck without stripping off old paint first.
You can repaint an old deck yourself and save yourself the expense of hiring a handyman to do it for you. The toll of exposure to the elements will fade most decks and an old deck will look especially gray and weathered. Giving you expert advice painting a deck over old paint without having to strip it first. They are so nice for shade.
Deck paint is sold under various labels such as deck and concrete paint and porch paint deck paint is specially formulated to withstand harsh elements and constant foot traffic. A painted deck or fence can be beautiful but painting can also be a real problem. Follow these guidelines for cleaning and sanding decks to prepare for applying stains and paints. Painting a deck can be a great way to add color to your outdoor area and cover up any imperfections in the wood.