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PROJECT TYPE: Decking - New Hardwood
A hardwood timber deck can enhance any home, garden, commercial or retail property. Follow these steps to get the most out of your deck.
For maintenance or re-coat projects, be sure to read the MAINTENANCE / RECOAT INSTRUCTIONS section at the bottom of this page to see how that may alter the below steps.
STEP 1. PREP
It is important to prepare your wood correctly before proceeding to the sanding and coating steps. Dust down ensuring a clean dust free surface.
Sikkens Cetol BL Tannin & Oil Remover
Use on new hardwood only. Encourages tannins and oils to be drawn to the surface.
Sikkens Cetol BL Deck & Wood Cleaner
Brightens and revitalises grey weathered timbers.
- GENERAL ADVICE:
- Rinse the timber thoroughly to ensure all the cleaner is removed and leave the surface to completely dry before proceeding to next step.
STEP 2. SAND
Prior to coating it is best to lightly sand the timber deck with 60-80 grit sand paper. Dust down ensuring a clean dust free surface.
STEP 3. COAT
Coating your wood in the right way will allow it to survive the test of time whilst looking great. There may be a number of products and options available to you in this step.
Eco Friendly Quick Drying Water Based Coloured Finish
OR
TRADITIONAL OIL BASED COLOURED FINISH
OR
PREMIUM OIL BASED NATURAL FINISH
OR
PREMIUM OIL BASED NATURAL FINISH - SLIP RESISTANT
- GENERAL ADVICE:
- Do not sand between coats. Always apply coatings along the grain and never across.
MAINTENANCE / RE-COAT INSTRUCTIONS
IS YOUR PROJECT A MAINTENANCE OR RE-COAT? PLEASE READ THE ADDITIONAL INFORMATION BELOW*
Wooden decks receive constant abuse from the elements, but with periodic cleaning and refinishing, you can protect them and keep them looking their best.
STEP 1: Apply Cetol BL Wood & Deck Cleaner using a mop and bucket.
STEP 2: Work it into the timber using a stiff bristle brush to remove dirt, grease and grime. Allow to rest for 15 minutes then wash thoroughly and allow to completely dry.
STEP 3: Apply one or two coats of previously applied coating. It may have been either Cetol BLX-Pro, Cetol HLSe, Cetol Deck or Cetol Deck Slip Resistant, allowing recommended product drying time in between coats.
*If your project requires extensive maintenance please contact our technical customer service centre on 1 300 745 536 for specific information.
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