Reed RDFC. Like 2 Save. Sort by: Oldest. Newest Oldest. Two things: 1 The cedar that most people are using for decks is not as rot resistant as the cedar that was being used 30 years ago. Like 1 Save. Related Discussions I have popcorn ceiling and ruff sawn cedar beams. I think your contractor is probably correct. Once you scrape off the popcorn, there is usually a lot drywall repair to be done anyway, so why not just start fresh. Another idea to consider It certainly added more architectural interest to his room rather than just fixing the drywall.
Installing a piece of clear glass over a tiled wall would not be a good idea. Others have brought up the possibility of moisture getting into the space, but other things could as well. There are a host of issues with it. I wouldn't recommend Corian or other such surfaces. After a while they look scratched and dull like cultured marble walls. You could also use large-format glass tiles or other large format tiles, just use a premium grout like TEC's Powergrout or Laticrete Spectralock.
Or there's always epoxy grout. Hope that helps! Why do I have to replace my for floor Q. We want to have a floor that says we appreciate the natural beauty of wood but don't want the house to look like a Kraft Caramel, as it does now. We would love an engineered wood floor but feel it is too urban for our new home in the Gulf Stream. HELP, time limit is Aug 7th when we arrive to 'possess' our new nest.
Try the stain on a small inconspicuous place on your house so you can see how it looks. I would be more concerned about stain than paint since you almost have to sand it out if you don't like it. I would go with a stain that is lighter than the roof if it was my house as I think the roof should be the darkest part of the house.
As far as the deck and fence go, I would go with the stain I liked best. Our deck is a different stain than the fence simply because the deck was stained redwood when we bought our house and we've kept it that way. The fence is a natural cedar type color. I don't think it matters much, especially when so many people don't do anything to their fence, and they end up old and gray looking after about 3 good winters. Like Save. Considering how much I have invested so far, cost is not a factor The JonMon agrees with Aidan.
But nuf said on the finish I use. David Greeley 6 years ago. Dan Welch 4 years ago. Related Stories. By decordemon. The striking cedar structure creates an entertaining zone and breaks up an extra-long lot. Tucked into upper levels, these inspiring outdoor spaces provide more privacy and relaxation above the fray. Learn about softwoods, tropical hardwoods, composites and more for decks, including pros, cons and costs.
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Considering a new deck? Peter Jeswald's handy volume offers loads of design and material ideas. By Vanessa Brunner. Removing the dirt, pollen and organics will allow the stain to adhere properly to the wood. At minimum, use an all-purpose deck cleaner with a mild detergent to scrub the surface. Pressure washing can also create a rough surface that will need to be sanded down. If you decided to pressure-clean a deck, use low pressure and test an inconspicuous area.
Old stain may interfere with the new stain, which will lead to an uneven finish. But if the old stain is flaking or the wood is rough in spots, some light sanding will be needed.
The preparation work becomes much more involved when you try to change something. For instance, changing from a dark stain to a light stain, switching between oil-based and water-based stain, switching between stain and paint — all of these require stripping off the old stain first. And stripping means that every square inch of old coating must be physically removed. Some contractors may want to use chemicals to strip old stain. But consider whether you want to go this route.
The technique uses toxic and caustic chemicals that are bad for the environment. And sloppy work can kill surrounding landscaping. Even after chemical applications, sanding is often required. Sanding off the old stain is an alternative way to strip a deck. If the deck is small, you can sand it by hand with an electric orbital or belt sander.
I usually use 60—80 grit sandpaper and only sand enough to remove the old stain, avoiding grinding down the wood too much.
Higher grits of sandpaper will make the pores too small to absorb stain. For stubborn areas, a stripping disk on an angle grinder can accelerate the work. On larger decks, a large upright sander is often used. These frequently do more than just scuff an old layer of stain — they can shave significant amounts of wood from your surface. When using electric sanders, make sure any screws and nails are counter-sunk below the depth you will be sanding, or you will ruin the sandpaper and may damage the sander.
When can you get started? It depends on how dry the wood is and how the weather looks. There are two types of cedar sold in lumberyards.
Green cedar is wood that was cut and left to dry naturally. This wood frequently has a fair amount of moisture in it, and will need longer to dry before stain will adhere.
The same goes for decks installed during the winter or those that have suffered through rainstorms. But one aspect of cedar's weathering process that doesn't appeal to some homeowners is that it turns gray unevenly. While this process is not apparent over small areas, it is noticeable when you are looking at wide expanses, such as siding.
This effect is even more pronounced between different sides of the house, where the siding may experience sun, wind, or precipitation at different rates. When treating cedar, the most vital question is: how much of the real wood do you want to cover up? Do you like the natural but weathered look of cedar?
Or do you prefer an even but unnatural look? After installing your exterior cedar, you have about a two week grace period until the wood starts to discolor. After that, the color will rapidly change from red to gray. If you do decide to color your wood, there are several options.
Most cedar treatments are much like house paint in that they are composed of pigments and solids. The more solids in the treatment, the longer the cedar will last.
If you want the gray, weathered appearance of naturally aged wood, but also want protection, you will need to take special efforts to make it look natural. Applying bleaching oil is a two-step process. First, the oil tones the wood with a light gray pigment to fix and stabilize the color. Second, over a short period of time, the oil will accelerate the bleaching process so that you get the weathered look faster and with more uniform results. The fully uniform weathered effect, though, will take between three and six months to develop.
Cabot's Bleaching Oil is one prominent brand of oil appropriate for artificially weathering cedar. Semi-transparent stains are your best bet when you want the real look of slightly weathered cedar with protection.
The few solid particles in this mix will not significantly obscure cedar's wood grain. Once dry, apply the Thomsons water seal. Start with the railings and do the floor and stairs last. Use a brush for the railings, using even light strokes and then the floor using a roller. Works wonderfully! You will love this product. The deck will look great for at least 2 years and then after that all you need to do is redo in the water seal.
Not sure whether you would need to clean first and then seal again. If you went with a stain, you would have to redo it every few years anyway. The seal is great and Home Depot have the natural cedar one which I love. The problem with a stain is that if you do not like it later, you will have a problem. One more question. I do not want to have to stain the deck every 2 to 3 years. What happens if I do not stain the deck at all and just leave it "natural".
Will the life the the deck be compromised?
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