Redwood Deck Restoration in Los Angeles, CA
Try and name another wood more elegant and unique than redwood. This wood has been used for decades not only for its beauty but also for its strength and natural resistance to weather. Various grades are available for an extra special unique customized look that very few other kinds of wood offer. Clear grade has no knots and has a nice stream-lined grain. Premium grade has very few knots has beautiful grain and is very cost-effective. Common grade, well, is the most common because it is the most cost-effective and has many wonderful knots for an extra special appearance. If you are thinking about building new or are in need of redwood deck refinishing, or any other deck services, you have come to the right place to address all of your needs.
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Benefits of Refinishing Your Redwood Deck
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The coatings that protect your redwood deck can dissolve and disappear over time, exposing the wood to UV rays, moisture, and other environmental factors that can cause a variety of problems from discoloration to cracking. To properly maintain your deck, you should have it refinished regularly. Redwood deck refinishing provides many benefits — here are just a few.
Better Safety
Without regular care, mold and mildew can form on your redwood deck, creating a slippery surface. This can result in a higher risk of slip-and-fall accidents for you, your family, and your guests. Refinishing your deck not only keeps mold and mildew at bay but also helps prevent surface cracking that can cause a splinter hazard.
Longer Lifespan
Staying on top of your redwood deck’s maintenance schedule is an effective way to protect your deck from the elements and maximize its service life. A neglected deck will wear out more quickly and may sustain serious damage that could be costly to fix.
Increased Home Value
With regular refinishing, your redwood deck will maintain a vibrant appearance that can make your home more attractive and boost its value. If you happen to sell your home in the future, your beautiful deck will give prospective buyers the impression that you’ve been taking good care of your house over the years.
Enhanced Aesthetic Appeal
If you fail to give your redwood deck the care and attention it needs, it won’t be long before it begins to look lackluster and accumulate unsightly stains, grime buildup, and algae growth. Giving your deck a fresh coat of finish will make it shine like new again.
Our Redwood Deck Restoration Technique
Nature’s weathering elements, inferior products, and substandard services are the main reasons why decks look and weather so badly. Chances are you have run into one or all of the above and are in search of the best technique to bring back its original state.
Our redwood deck refinishing technique starts with mild washing to remove soot, dirt, black mold, algae, and previous coatings. Step number two and most important is sanding. Sanding is absolutely essential because it will remove stubborn coatings, and weathering while unearthing fresh raw smooth wood. To skip the sanding technique would compromise your entire redwood deck refinishing project.
A mild brightening rinse will follow the sanding process to remove dust and debris while brightening the wood to its purest state. The brightening rinse also helps eliminate and prevent mold, mildew, and algae.
The final step is an application of the protective coating. The best way to show off your deck’s beautiful grain is with the use of a transparent or semi-transparent sealer. Solid opaque stains are available for an even look in any color. All coatings are applied the old-fashioned way with a brush. All of our coatings allow for simple maintenance to be performed to keep the surfaces protected and looking their finest at all times.
Maintaining Your Redwood Deck
Our coatings allow for simple periodic maintenance to keep your investment looking its finest at all times. Weather conditions will dictate when it is time for redwood deck maintenance. Weathering characteristics will vary in Los Angeles, Orange County, and San Diego. Over time protective coatings will dissolve and fade and is natural.
Maintenance consists of establishing an estimated schedule for service. Redwood is a bit more porous than other hardwoods and can accept a more protective coating which translates into longer protection. We generally recommend maintenance service at 8 to 12 months for oil base sealers and 2 years for solid opaque stains. Maintenance should be performed whenever visually necessary in lieu of estimated service timeframes.
Redwood deck maintenance entails a mild surface wash to remove debris that has landed on the surface over time. Spot sanding may be employed to remove stubborn stains and debris. The wood will be cleaned and brightened to promote natural color. The protective coating will be re-applied to protect for another period of time.
The best way for day-to-day maintenance is to sweep or blow with a leaf blower. This is the safest way to remove surface dirt without harming the coating. Mild hosing at quarterly intervals will remove stubborn dirt and contaminants. Excess water should be squeegeed off after hosing. The frequency of day-to-day maintenance will vary for Orange County, Los Angeles, San Diego, and the particular microclimate you are located in.
Protective Coatings
After such intense preparation, it makes sense to use only the finest protective coatings. Our protective coatings are specifically formulated for redwood. This means they have special solvents and pigments to penetrate and protect to the highest level. In fact, we have custom colors and formulations specifically made to our specifications.
Oil Base Sealer
Why oil base? The old-fashioned way is still the best. Oil and pigments penetrate into the wood and protect it both inside and out. Oil sealers will enhance the wood grain giving it a natural, rich, and vibrant matte appearance. These oils highlight the varying natural attributes of each piece of wood for a stunning look. Varying tint shades are available to achieve the particular color desire. Over the course of your projected time frame, the sealers will eventually dissolve back to bare wood. Mild cleaning and reapplication are all that will be needed to keep the wood protected and looking amazing.
Water Base Opaque Stain
Water base opaque stains allow for a unique solid appearance. Although more traditionally used for Pine and older decks, solid stains are recently more popular because they allow for the ultimate even appearance. They are also available in any color you can think of for a custom look like none other. Maintenance is a breeze by simply mopping the surfaces clean and re-applying.
Protecting Your New Deck
We cannot stress how important it is to protect your deck correctly from the beginning. Who wants to go through deck restoration, right? It is essential to apply a coating that is specifically formulated for redwood. This allows for easy periodic maintenance moving forward. We recommend staying away from water base semi-transparent and semi-solid stains and any film-forming finishes such as varnish or polyurethane. These types of coatings are not maintainable and can be unsafe when wet.
Protecting your new investment consists of very light finish sand to remove mill glaze and open the grain. This will allow the oil base penetrating sealer to delve deep into the boards. A brightening agent will be applied to remove tannins and help prevent black mold and algae.
New decks will be coated with oil base sealer to enhance the look and protect. Various tints are available to achieve the color and aesthetic you desire. Your investment will be protected for its projected time frame and maintenance can be performed easily.
Redwood Deck Repair in Los Angeles
Over time boards can become loose and need tightening. Sometimes boards can become damaged and succumb to rot or termites. We can perform repair on both of these problems and replace wood with like-kind as needed.
Redwood Deck Refinishing FAQs
How often should a redwood deck be refinished in Los Angeles?
Most redwood decks benefit from cleaning and a fresh oil sealer every 8 to 12 months, or sooner in high sun or coastal microclimates.
What is the best finish for redwood, oil or water based?
Penetrating oil sealers protect from within and are easy to maintain. Water based solid stains suit uniform color goals but need a different upkeep plan.
How do pool water and coastal salt air affect redwood?
Chlorine and salt accelerate fading and water spots. Rinse after splashes, keep surfaces clean, and maintain on a shorter cycle near pools or the coast.
What are signs my redwood deck needs service now?
Faded or blotchy color, raised grain, slick algae, water soaking instead of beading, and checking or splinters indicate it is time to refinish.
Can you repair damaged redwood boards during refinishing?
Yes. Technicians can tighten fasteners, spot sand, and replace compromised boards with like kind material before finishing.
What affects the cost and time of a redwood refinish?
Size, condition, prior coatings, access, and chosen finish drive pricing. Many projects finish in one to two days, weather permitting.