Below are the questions our customers most often ask. If you have a question that isn't addressed here, please email us at info@newagaindeck.com or call us at
952-934-4465.
What products will you use to clean and stain my deck?
In general, we use either sodium percarbonate or oxalic acid to loosen the existing stain. Then we use a power washer to gently remove the stain. We then apply sodium hydroxide to neutralize, brighten and restore the pH balance of the wood, helping it resist mold. The wood is left to dry to a moisture content of 12% or less per a moisture meter. Drying can take one to several days, depending on the weather. If needed, we sand any rough surfaces. Lastly, we stain/seal the wood by hand with a penetrating, enduring oil-based stain/sealer in cedar, redwood, rustic oak, pecan or honey. This stain/sealer protects your wood from sun, water and algae. To see the colors and read about TWP Total Wood Protectant stains, visit amteco.com How often will our deck need to be re-cleaned, stained and sealed?
Every 2 to 4 years, depending on the type of wood, its exposure to the elements and the amount of traffic. Is cleaning and sealing necessary?
Yes. Over time, weather, sun, pollen, mold and other factors cause the natural resins in all types of wood to break down. If the wood is not protected from these elements, the breakdown process will accelerate and you will have to replace your deck sooner. Before After | After Before What type of wood can New Again Deck Renewal restore?
We restore all wood types, including pressure-treated pine, cedar, redwood, oak and mahogany.
Will you be able to remove all stain on my deck before you re-stain/seal it? I have a brand-new deck. Do I need to wait to stain it? I have pressure-treated wood. Do I still have to stain it? Can you do repairs? Yes, we can any type of repair, from replacing a single board to replacing the whole floor and building a new railing system. We do composite decks, too.
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