5 Deck Care Tips To Keep In Mind This Spring
Winter can be harsh on a deck, so by making sure you get it in tip-top shape as soon as spring rolls around, you’ll be more than ready to enjoy your deck all summer long and well into the fall. In case you could use a few suggestions for how to take care of your deck in spring, here are 5 deck care tips for you to keep in mind.
Simply scrubbing your deck with a mop and/or a regular garden hose isn’t going to get the job done. If you want to get your deck as clean as a whistle, pressure washing is the way to go. Pressure washing your deck will allow you to really blast away that tough, sticky grime that would otherwise stay stuck in place.
Heavy duty deck stain works as a protectant and provides aesthetic value for your deck. Don’t try to reuse a coat that’s been through the rigors of winter weather, just apply a new coat and re-stain your deck completely. Doing so will not only freshen up your deck and make it look brand new, it will also help keep it safe and protected all year long.
3. Upgrading Deck Fasteners
Old or broken deck fasteners can let in water through the holes they create. This water can result in rot and decay in each nail hole, weakening the integrity of your deck.
Hidden deck fasteners are installed in grooves along the edges of the deck boards, working to keep your deck boards fastened via high-powered springs rather than penetrating screws. This will allow your deck to thrive for much longer thanks to the elimination of wood-rot via any screw holes. With the right hidden fasteners, your boards will have space to move in event of swelling and will be pulled back into place by the fasteners when they dry.
4. Installing a Deck Cover
If you install a patio ceiling over your deck, you’ll be able to protect it from unnecessary water exposure as well as exposure to other elements like debris when it’s not being used. This is one of the easiest ways to minimize damage to your deck during seasons of active use.
A proper sealant will go that much farther towards keeping water from intruding into your deck. The sealant on a deck tends to wear off and needs to be reapplied each year. So, along with a new coat of moisture resistant paint, you’ll need to throw on another coat of sealant as well.
Your Deck Will Last If You Treat It Right
Winter can be hard on your deck. Add a new coat of sealant, a new coat of stain, and a deck cover, along with some pressure washing and new hidden fasteners this spring. By using these tips, your deck will look brand-new and be ready for heavy use during the warmest months of the year.
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*original article by Matt Lee on ActiveRain
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