Revive your deck: a thorough cleaning and fresh stain can make a tired deck "new."(includes list of products to clean decks)(Cover Story)
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Decks should be examined annually for structural problems because of all the weather to which they are exposed. Any problems found should be fixed to prevent further damage. Regular maintenance of decks to keep them looking nice, and cleaning tips are given.
Publication Name: Workbench
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0043-8057
Year: 2001
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Maintaining your projects
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Every wooden outdoor project should immediately be coated with a water repellant to help it withstand weather and use. Wooden decks are most easily sprayed with a two-gallon pump sprayer. Water-repellant needs to be reapplied every year.
Publication Name: Workbench
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0043-8057
Year: 1996
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Dynamite decks!
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Details about a contest to design and build an attractive deck are given. Suggestions for potential innovative and attractive ideas are given.
Publication Name: Workbench
Subject: Home and garden
ISSN: 0043-8057
Year: 2001
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