“Tell
all your potential customers to call me so I can tell them how great my
deck looks, thank you!” -- Greg H – Lake Elmo, MN 
Why Deck Sealing Saves You Money
Your
deck only has a certain amount of life. Water will sit on it, and the
sun will heat it up all day long for months on end. There's only so much
abuse it can take. Professional deck sealing is the smartest way to get
the most life out of your deck. Sealing a deck is like using sunscreen.
The sun will still get through, but the sun will do less damage to your
skin if you use sunscreen. Only in the case of decks, you don't have to
seal it every time the sun comes out.
The Process
A decking professional will
typically use a solution of bleach and water to remove the water damage
from the wood. Water damage manifests itself by turning the decking a
chalky gray color. The bleach solution will bring back the original
color of the wood.
From here the deck will either be pressure washed or sandblasted to
remove any previous stains, sealants, residues, oils, etc. Once the wood
has been stripped down and raw, then the stain and sealant can be
applied. This process needs to happen every 3-5 years or as soon as you
notice damage setting in on the deck.
Saving Money by Sealing
Let's say that the average deck will last 25 years, provided that it is
cared for regularly. Every year that you go without treating you deck,
no matter what the reason, you take time off of its life. If you move
into a home that has an older deck, if you don't take care of it, you
will be replacing this deck soon.
Some decks have lasted only 4 years because of improper care and not
being aware of the damage accruing each season. Wood is very strong, but
it needs your help to stay strong. Deck sealing might seem like a hassle
every few years, but this process is much cheaper than a new deck, and
much cheaper than having to replace your current one much earlier than
you should have had to.
If you are looking for a life long protection for your deck, from a professional deck expert, please call us today at our toll-free office number at 1.800.713.3980 or complete our free quote form and receive a 10% WEB DISCOUNT
