If you want to get the most out of your deck, you need to take good care of it. A poorly maintained deck is more than just an eyesore — it can become a safety hazard. Over time, various environmental threats, such as moisture, extreme temperatures, sunlight, pests, and fungi can wear down your deck’s surfaces and weaken its structural integrity. If this happens to your deck, it’s wise to invest in proper deck refinishing and/or restoration services.
But how can you tell if your deck needs refinishing in the first place? The signs are usually hard to miss. Still, here are some things to look for.
How to Know Your Deck Needs Refinishing
Your Deck is Looking Dull
Most deck stains and paints have an average lifespan of about 2-3 years give or take, depending on the quality of the product and installation, environmental factors, etc. No matter how long it takes, though, you’ll gradually notice your deck’s appearance degrading. Ideally, you should apply a new coat of stain before your deck gets too dull, as this will keep it protected and looking fresh. However, if you wait too long to coat your deck after its previous coat has faded, you’ll likely have to fend off dirt, debris, and surface damage. At this point, it’s a good move to hire deck refinishing contractors.
The Deck’s Stain or Paint is Peeling
Deck stain doesn’t always just fade away — sometimes it peels away from the surface instead. No one wants their deck to remain in this condition for long, of course. But beyond mere aesthetics, peeling, flaking stain or paint can suggest and/or lead to further problems with your deck, allowing moisture, pests, and other unwanted actors to gain access to the surface material itself. So, if your deck’s coating is actively coming off, it’s time to safely and completely remove it so you can start fresh.
Your Deck is Dirty — Real Dirty
All exterior features are bound to get dirty. There’s no way to keep every bit of dirt, dust, and debris from landing on your deck. That said, if you don’t regularly sweep and wash your deck, this debris can pile on and become more and more difficult to remove. Eventually, you might find that even power washing your deck doesn’t eliminate every last trace of dirt caked onto your deck. In this case, you’ll want to hire deck refinishing services to attack this problem with more powerful means.
There’s Mold, Mildew, and/or Rot
Dirt and dust can be enough of a nuisance on their own, but they’re nothing compared to mold, mildew, and rot. These fungal foes can literally eat away at your deck, and in the right conditions, they can spread fast. It’s not always easy to identify mold, mildew, or rot, as they might resemble dirt or other contaminants. Sometimes, though, it’s impossible to miss these problems, as they may reveal white, grey, or black spots, alter the surface’s texture, and/or destroy parts of your deck. Whatever the case may be, if your deck has begun to rot, it may need a complete restoration.
What Deck Refinishing Experts Can Do
So, what do deck refinishing professionals do, exactly? At Allstate Media Blasting, we restore surfaces to their former glory via our glass blasting processes. With over 20 years of experience delivering quality results, we use the optimal media blasting tools and techniques to eliminate paint, stain, debris, dirt, mold, mildew, and more without damaging your deck’s surface itself. As a result, our clients are ready to have their deck painted, stained, and renovated with the strong foundation of a restored surface.
To learn more about our sandblasting services and everything else we do, call us at 401-884-0692, or email us at AllstateSandblasting@gmail.com.