I plan to use it on my redwood deck that is exposed to water from sprinklers and CA sun. Is it necessary to sand the deck or would pressure-washing do
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On any type of wood you must sand the wood first for the varnish to adhere properly.
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I wouldn't use it for that. It can be used, but you are asking a small sander to do a big job. You would most likely wear out the back plate on the sander if not burn it out. Of course I do not know how big your deck is, or what condition it is in. Most people do not sand their wooden decks if they are worn. There are restorers you can buy to restore the deck. Or you you can get deck cleaners that with the use of a power washer can bring the wood back to a like new appearance, from that dull grey worn look. Once that is done you can apply sealers. But to use a palm orbital sander to sand down the entire deck, would be time consuming, and tough on the sander. I would not do it. I wouldn't use it for that. It can be used, but you are asking a small sander to do a big job. You would most likely wear out the back plate on the sander if not burn it out. Of course I do not know how big your deck is, or what condition it is in. Most people do not sand their wooden decks if they are worn. There are restorers you can buy to restore the deck. Or you you can get deck cleaners that with the use of a power washer can bring the wood back to a like new appearance, from that dull grey worn look. Once that is done you can apply sealers. But to use a palm orbital sander to sand... » Read More I wouldn't use it for that. It can be used, but you are asking a small sander to do a big job. You would most likely wear out the back plate on the sander if not burn it out. Of course I do not know how big your deck is, or what condition it is in. Most people do not sand their wooden decks if they are worn. There are restorers you can buy to restore the deck. Or you you can get deck cleaners that with the use of a power washer can bring the wood back to a like new appearance, from that dull grey worn look. Once that is done you can apply sealers. But to use a palm orbital sander to sand down the entire deck, would be time consuming, and tough on the sander. I would not do it. « Show Less
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The board does come varnished. I did the same thing as you want to do though except that I woodburned mine. Its a light varnish job, so it only takes about 10 minutes to sand off. You might have a difficult time finding a blank deck that hasn't been sealed in some way, but good luck.
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That depends on the purpose of the bearing and the environment you live in. I live down in the South where it is damp and the humidity is always lurking around. Therefore, you might want to have a grease fitting for your sealed bearings. If you are using these bearings on spindles on a lawn mower cutting deck I would definitely put grease fittings on the spindles and grease them often. Always blow your deck off with a blower, never wash your deck! Sealed bearings can be greased. On mower deck spindles with zirk fittings the seal is removed on the inside that face each other and the outside seal stays in place, therefore the grease can flow to all parts of the bearing. That depends on the purpose of the bearing and the environment you live in. I live down in the South where it is damp and the humidity is always lurking around. Therefore, you might want to have a grease fitting for your sealed bearings. If you are using these bearings on spindles on a lawn mower cutting deck I would definitely put grease fittings on the spindles and grease them often. Always blow your deck off with a blower, never wash your deck! Sealed bearings can be greased. On mower deck spindles with zirk fittings the seal is removed on the inside that face each other and the outside... » Read More That depends on the purpose of the bearing and the environment you live in. I live down in the South where it is damp and the humidity is always lurking around. Therefore, you might want to have a grease fitting for your sealed bearings. If you are using these bearings on spindles on a lawn mower cutting deck I would definitely put grease fittings on the spindles and grease them often. Always blow your deck off with a blower, never wash your deck! Sealed bearings can be greased. On mower deck spindles with zirk fittings the seal is removed on the inside that face each other and the outside seal stays in place, therefore the grease can flow to all parts of the bearing. « Show Less
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I always washed mine by hand with some soap and water and a soft scrub brush, rinsed it and hung it over the deck rail to dry. You could "machine wash" but I would not put it in the dryer.
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it will definately cause water damage as it is a porous material. weight is another question and would depend on the structure of the deck.
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I had originally used Baher stain that is like paint (awful never will use it ever again). I actually sanded down my deck before I used the restore.
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I have only used it for painting prep purposes, drywall and a wooden desk. I'm not sure about wet sanding, I'm sorry :(
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yes, I just refinihed mine and it looks wonderful. Just clean the deck, you do NOT need to strip off the old coating, just go right over and give it sunlight.
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I used this product on my siding and underneath were plants and I don't remember any problems. It does a good job. I also did not use pressure washer. I just used a spray bottle which did better for me. My pressure washer does not do what I think it should do. I do like this product.
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You have to use sand. Our pool is also about 6 inches below our deck. We used sand and have never had a problem.
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Yes, all you will need is a drill to attach the buffer to and a bucket of water to keep the sand paper wet. This video will help make sure you do it right. http://youtu.be/h2jhqGLASsw
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Yep - pressure and "float" height are adjustable, cleans very quickly, then you have to use standard wand for places the housing could not get in to - great tool. I have used it on concrete and PT wood deck, height adjustment is handy if you have cupped boards/popped nails, etc. I used it to prep deck for Restore product application. No worries. Full pressure WILL roughen wood surface on new boards, at least with my 2700psi washer.
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If the deck is concrete, get a concrete patch, added atop some sealer. About $10 for both. I have not tested my Durham's against water, but it dries very hard and has extremely tight particle compression meaning it does not appear to dissolve when water is applied after dring. It would sure be better than nothing.
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I don't see why not. I used on asphalt roof shingles, stained cedar siding, pressure treated wood decking and more. Although on vinyl siding, I would think a quick pressure wash would be faster.
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yes, I did alot of research, and the manufactures says that all you have to do is clean the deck and reapply.
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No, I don't think it makes it water resistant, just conditions and protects the wood as you continue to use it. It's a process you have to repeat regularly.