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Friday, June 15, 2012

Should Painting Decks Be Outlawed? (In Minnesota's Climate)?

PW Asks: Should deck rail be painted? 

Painter says: Not unless it’s already been painted. Flat surfaces will build up ice and snow and crack if moisture gets beneath them and then peel. Vertical surfaces should be okay. Otherwise – if it’s been stained, stay with a semi-transparent stain to protect the wood – typically needs to be done every couple years depending on how it ages and how you want it to look.


















PW replies: I see what you mean. For more information - this expert looks like he knows what he's talking about when it comes to decks maintenance.

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