Intergrain natural stain has been advised over intergrain natural decking oil.
Spotted gum decking oil.
The best suited oil for your deck will depend on your deck s usage the amount of exposure to the elements the type of oil previously applied and what species of wood it is made from.
Tip 2 when the time comes for you to oil your spotted gum decking be sure to give the deck a good clean using an acid treatment and a good scrub.
Decking oil is naturally pigmented so it will enhance the colour of timber slightly.
Cutek and sikkens dry slower normally re coat after 24 48 hours.
Oil based are easier to apply in warmer to hot temps.
At coach house timbers we generally recommend finishing coating the material before or straight after installation to prevent moisture absorption reduction which can cause swelling cupping warping twisting and splitting.
Darker tinted coatings last longer but can be more challenging to get an even finish.
If your deck is made from hardwood we recommend using an oil as.
Our new deck is almost complete but before i can wheel out the barbie i have to oil it.
Depending on where you live you can generally go down to your local paint shop and purchase deck washing cleaning agents which in most cases are just oxalic acid based.
For example if you have a deck made from merbau which is a dark hardwood timber depending on the look you want to achieve it may be best to use a lightly.
I am building a new deck with spotted gum 136 x 19mm.
We ve gone with spotted gum decking boards and we love the look of them so we want to use something that won t change the colour of the boards.
Some decking oils are clear while others add a slight tint which works especially well for very light decks that need a bit of richness.
A decking oil is designed to protect timber without dramatically changing look of timber.
You can even choose mild colours to accentuate the colour in timber species such as merbau and jarrah.
I prefer the natural finish but will i be risking the stability of the timber.