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Need help with new deck stain/paint

9 years ago

Just replaced old deck and now need to figure out colors for toner, stain, or paint. Should we do the railings and lattice in a color to match the siding and the deck floor a deeper reddish brown. Or, do the entire deck in one color of toner or semi-transparent stain. Should posts and railings be white to tie into wrap around porch?

Appreciate all opinions!

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fredm51
9 years ago
last modified: 9 years ago
Use a stain it will soak into the wood, let you see the grain paint sits on to of the wood. Also you did not say what type of wood it is made of?
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PPF.
9 years ago
What type of wood is the deck? Are the spindles metal?
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Curt D'Onofrio
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As your picture shows i think the house and deck looks great. I like contrasting colors. You can stain it but a sealer is necessay every 2 years with the brand of sealer i used depending of course on the amount of sunlight hits the deck
Curt D'Onofrio
9 years ago
Here's a sealer you might like
Wood Waterproof Sealant · More Info
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Chris Bell Landscaping
9 years ago
Not sure of your timber or location, but in Australia we use this product. It comes in and oil or semi-oil. I think that the hand rail/balustrade would look good in the gloss paint the same as the house.

http://www.intergrain.com.au/consumer/products/exterior/product-details/2737

Good luck with your deck.

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