2 Steps To A Great Deck Finish - Stains, Sealers And Paints

January 26th, 2008 by admin

Currently there is a fair amount of disagreement on the subject of when to apply a finish of some sort to that new wood deck.

Every deck no matter how well it is built cannot escape weathering. Failure to apply a protective coating will result in the wood weathering into its natural grey tones. It is a wise choice to coat the entire deck with a finish soon after its completion. Pressure treated wood, cedar and redwood all need protection.

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The Difference Between Oil Based And Latex Paints

January 10th, 2008 by admin

One of the biggest obstacles in painting your home is knowing which types of paints to choose. Basically there are only two types of paint to use inside your home; water based latex paints and oil based paints. The difference is pretty simple actually. For the most part you’ll want to use an oil-based paint for the doors, the trim, and high traffic areas - and the water based latex for the walls.

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