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slippery decking
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My decking has got slippery & seems to absorb water more than it used to. I have pressure washed & even used Jayes on it. I think I am going to have to paint it with something, but I don't want an unnatural looking paint-like finish.. Any suggestions, while keeping it cost effective? Ta!
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Wood-oil which is boiled linseed oil mixed with a carrier such as white spirit, makes a good sealant-preservative. If you buy a ready mixed version make sure the oil content is 35% or better.
As a by-the-by, never use a pressure spray on timber decking as you destroy the cell structure of the wood. There are attachments that clip onto the spray lance that enable you to give the deck a good scrub, usually back to the original natural tone, after drying apply several coats of the mix, drying in between.This should be good for a couple of seasons if fully exposed to the sun and weather.
As a by-the-by, never use a pressure spray on timber decking as you destroy the cell structure of the wood. There are attachments that clip onto the spray lance that enable you to give the deck a good scrub, usually back to the original natural tone, after drying apply several coats of the mix, drying in between.This should be good for a couple of seasons if fully exposed to the sun and weather.
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