The deck stain will penetrate better in acidic conditions, and when the wood pores are opened up, it is ready to receive a coat of new stain. A lower pH also darkens the wood, not allowing the true beauty of the wood to show. A simple fix to this is to use a deck brightener. My...
The north bay window has the best view of the whole condominium. We expanded the bay window into a special-shaped seating deck, lowered the ceiling, and made an intimate rest space. The owner can sit by the window and enjoy the scenic view outside. The void in the middle of the seatin...
Just as it was when the first motorcycle adventurers took off across the steppes, jungles, and cordilleras, the learning curve for any first-timer is steep and slippery. But there’s never been a better time to head off overseas [excepting extenuating circumstances such as a pandemic]. You d...
Even sealed decks can fade or turn gray over time because of exposure to ultraviolet radiation. When it’s important to preserve the natural color of the wood, choose a deck sealer that reduces the bleaching activity of sunlight. These sealers might want to be reapplied every few years to m...