Can You Sand a Deck with Nails or Screws Sticking Out?
Quick Answer No, you should not sand a deck with raised nails or screws. Raised fixings can damage sanding equipment, tear sanding belts and leave marks in the timber. Before…
Soft Brush Sanding vs Abrasive Sanding vs Chemical Stripping
Quick AnswerSoft brush sanding, abrasive sanding and chemical stripping each have their place, but they are designed for different deck conditions. Soft brush sanding is ideal for removing old coatings…
Why Are My Deck Boards Cupping, Cracking or Splintering?
If your timber deck has started to cup, crack or splinter, you are not alone. These are three of the most common problems we see on Melbourne decks, and they…
Deck Cleaning vs Deck Sanding: What Does Your Deck Actually Need?
One of the questions we get asked most often is whether a deck needs cleaning or sanding. The two are easy to mix up because both can leave a deck…
Monitoring and Maintaining your Deck
A timber deck is one of the best features of any Melbourne home, but unlike concrete or paving, timber is a natural material that needs regular care. Sun, rain, dirt,…