How To Protect Your Deck | Never Sand Again!

Today I'm showing you how to protect your deck. If you're thinking about staining your deck, make sure to WATCH THIS first. When you're ready to restore a weathered deck, the question is: do I use a sealer or a solid stain? For links to purchase the products in this video CLICK SHOW MORE ⬇⬇⬇⬇⬇⬇⬇⬇⬇
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[@Midw3stm0m]

Just joined! And man, I have never seen a KZbinr give such incredible perks. My husband and I are closing on our house in a couple weeks and I already have 5 projects planned out! Your videos are always playing in the background at work and home! I would love to see you try an epoxy counter top some time! Thank you for your content!

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Hi Ashley, Welcome to the DIY CREW! Epoxy counters are not my expertise so \I would love to tackle one as a diy. cheers!

[@jonellwanger7258]

Ok, this video is BULLSHIT from the title. Not the get go. The title. Never sand again...?? What. Is it going to be in a temp and humidity control indoor space? No? Then expect to be looking sanding a Deck every 5 years or so, sun does a ton of damage. Period. Sanding floors is my career, and Home Depot finish wont last that first full year either. Contact your local flooring professional for advice. Not KZbin. Flooring is different all over the country due to climate differences. This video will never explain that. This video tips might work well in California, would suck in Colorado. Much drier. Hotter, then its gets COLD AND WET. Recks havoc on wood. Especially decks!

[@frisco61]

Jon Ellwanger Weird, since Jeff is in Canada, you’d think 🤔 he knows what he’s talking about.

[@TheBandoury]

@@jonellwanger7258 I agree with you, and twice a year is a lot work. I sealed and stained my deck 7 years ago, now some of the stain on the floor is gone, but the railing and posts still good, do I need to remove all the stain when sanding, or just light sanding and applying stain & seal coats?

[@meentum6018]

@@TheBandoury What stain did you use 7 years ago

[@lisakennedy1599]

Hey, Jeff! It's been 3 years! Any chance you could do an update on this deck? We're ready to tear one out and have decided against the expense of composite, so are going back in with pressure treated lumber. Curious how this finish has held up... thanks!

[@twizack22]

I concur. Hopefully there is something. I haven't looked at his log of videos to confirm is he has or not.

[@LucasSupz]

Yes please!

[@NelsonStryker]

I really like this guy. Talks in terms everyone can easily understand. Imagine being his apprentice? You would be an expert in a few months working along side him haha. Hope you're still making these Jeff! Special thanks to the video crew as well!

[@pam6400]

I've seen Jeff before, I to really like his passion.

[@jeffsparks5930]

Love ur videos - very informative & in everyday lingo 👍 - I seen ppl "char" decks & privacy fence - looks good (at least for a while) what's ur take on "charring" the fence or deck boards? Thank you. Jeff Sparks, Anderson, In.

[@BooBoo2578]

Hi Jeff…well it’s been 3 years since you and your son have completed this deck. How has it held up and would you still recommend the Olympic Maximum? We have cold winters here in North Bay with a lot of snow. Our deck takes a lot of abuse with shoveling in the winter, crazy dirt from our maple trees…. I’ve pressure washed it once but it does tear the crap out of the wood. We have yet to find any product that holds up. Your advise would be greatly appreciated

[@superblackteen]

Yea , I work at home depot so just tryna learn to further my customer service

[@paulhoskins7852]

You might be the only Home Depot employee to ever do that.

[@PlymitBoy]

Paul Hoskins honestly, I doubt it. You’re definitely not the only dick head that thinks this, though!

[@billwilson3665]

Don't use the word tryna in front of customers.

[@justingrant4860]

I applaud you for this 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@jonellwanger7258]

Seek out better information sources... and don’t sell them home depot finish. It doesn’t last that first year.

[@thomasharp3246]

Low maintenance. Remove deck. Pore concrete patio. Done for life.

[@davec.3198]

They sell 6" wide brushes for just this purpose. They screw into your painting pole. You can stain your entire deck without getting down on your knees. Best $8 I ever spent.

[@GoodSupply]

I just screenshot Your comment. Thank you!

[@curtishartog9620]

Hey Jeff, I just installed a new deck at my place this week, should I do the stain/sealer before fall?? or wait till the spring as the wood is brand new and moisture content seems to be high, I just figure the sealer won’t absorb right in areas where the brown treated is still soaked in the wood if that makes sense.

[@lisa4264]

3 months should be enough. Anytime you use an oil, whatever doesn't penetrate wipe it away or to an area that will absorb it. If you don't wipe away in absorbed oil it will dry a sticky mess

[@scottperry7311]

I have a 23 year old pine deck. I live in South Florida. The deck is still in decent shape, with only one rotted board, and a couple of small patches of rot I have fixed. There are a couple of others that will probably go in the next 5 years. Its sits on a roof and the framing is also still mostly solid. I try to seal it every two years. My neighbors never seal their decks and they all rotted out long ago. This is my advice. Only very lightly pressure wash your deck, and be careful. If you use high pressure too close to the deck it breaks up the fibers in the wood and damages the deck. No matter what the product you use says about how long it will last cut that down by at least a third. Use a better more expensive sealer. I use Bear from home depot, the higher end sealer and stain. Its water based, which I like better than oil based products, but it may not last as long. Its states its good for at least 3 years, but it does not, every two years I redo the deck with the sealer and I don't strip the old sealer at all, and have had no problems because I did not strip it. At two years the sealer is mostly gone in Florida due to the amount of rain and moisture. Never miss a sealing. I made the mistake of not sealing the deck for 3 years just one time and I found the deck had started to rot in several places. I was lucky because I fixed the small areas of rot easily, but one board was too far gone. Dont skimp on the amount of sealer you use, put it on so you know it covers everything. Double up on knots or depressions because that's where water will pool. Try to seal the sides of the boards to is you can it helps alot. Try not to have shade over a open deck, like shade from trees. This is different than having a covered deck with shade. With open decks you need the sun to dry out the deck after it rains or in the morning when there is a lot of moisture. Shade will keep you deck from drying, especially in hot humid climates and this will cause mold and rot to set in very quickly.

[@queenslander954]

Thanks mate , I live in North Queensland which is the tropical part of Oz , much like Florida and about the same distance from the Equator that Florida is , but obviously it’s south of the equator but anyway it gets smashed in the wet seasons along the the same lines with cyclones & rain. So this is very good mail , the 2 year thing especially .. so I will listen to your advice , and if I forget I will give myself a uppercut in 3 years times. Cheers mate.

[@edzanjero353]

You're kidding. Home Depot discontinued Thompson's products for poor quality.

[@freetobememe4358]

I thinkI will stick to every 3-5yrs, sure won’t commit to twice a year.

[@stoicllc2352]

Yes! I am a general contractor also and I try to tell everyone. Never paint or use a thick stain! They crack peal and hold water under that peeling Rotting the deck faster. Tip: use a insecticide/weed sprayer to spray on the sealer.

[@shensley011]

Like those plastic things and you give them a few pumps and then spray for awhile? You talking about those?

[@borewyrm]

They work great. They do sell ones made specifically for sealers and stains. The same basic thing but with a nozzle that handles sealer better.

[@JackCarroll1998]

@@borewyrm I'm assuming it has some sort of mechanism to keep from clogging? That would be nice

[@JosephOfBorg]

Could you spray the thicker of the two sealers that he showed us through one of those types of sprayers or would it be too thick?

[@heatherhumble5915]

I'm confused, is the section that is already a good color pressure washed before the video or have a different stain a previous year?

[@robertkinsman6076]

I agree with the sealer...what about semi transparent stains with sealer included. Thought?

[@williamhspalding]

I watched this video and then did the same thing to my deck. Picked a sealing stain with a redwood tint and it turned out great. Thanks for the video.

[@LibertyDIY]

Yeap gotta pay $50 a gallon for a good translucent penetrating stain like Olympic elite. With a darker color like wenge, you can just do a really quick pressure wash and recoat the horizontal boards every 2 years or so and it looks really nice. The vertical boards every 4 years.

[@davidpayne72]

Does anybody know what he is using, not the Thompsons water seal, but the other product Olympic Maximum? It's a sealant? How can I find that? What do you ask for at the store?

[@tommytude]

Every single time I need to fix something around my house or my mother's house, I drop by your channel and learn how to do it first. Thank you so much for all you do! You are appreciated.

[@ruffysvideo]

Hey, I want to use the product but the can has changed and you make no reference to its stock number or a link. They now have a few different similar products. which one is this?

[@franciscojavierrodiles3600]

How many PSI the pressure washer used in this video has?

[@billcoley8520]

Francisco Javier Rodiles it does not matter how powerful. Simply keep the tip as far away as possible but still get the job done

[@dirtyburger7528]

I did a solid stain once. It lasted 5 months and didnt make it through the winter. Never again.

[@erinobrien8408]

Wow, I couldn't believe how fast that pressure washer took off the silvering! I'm replacing my rotted deck this year, so thanks for your advice!!

[@pascallaverdure4679]

Hi Jeff, love your videos and the tips and tricks are very helpful...thanks! Currently building my first deck (24' X 14') at 4 ft above ground... Putting cedar decking, rails and stairs that I'm all building myself. Now you describe the Thompson water seal but the Olympic you showed, is it a stain or seal or both? Also, how long should I wait to seal it knowing some cedar is still wet from the yard?? Thanks P.

[@dan_youtube]

About 2 years so it's time to paint now 😊

[@margritski]

After you apply sealer can you apply a stain or paint. We have a pregola with only wood and nothing protecting the wood. Should we just stain it or seal it then paint? We want a nice grey look. Not sure if theirs a different process for that.

[@alexill]

Gary this video has earned my *seal* of approval #cheers I like seals so much it’s otterly ridiculous

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Cheers Al, right on with this one!

[@dactime3780]

Hey Jeff, this deck is two years into the Olympic sealer. Do you know how this product has held up during this time? Does it look like it will make it three years before re-sealing again?

[@andrii3810]

a follow up would be appreciated, I want to use the same sealent

[@ContractorMemes]

As a painter, clears are a great option for weatherproofing the deck, but the reason semi transparent or semi solids solids etc have more popularity is the slight pigment provides better UV protection. With that said most stains are a stain and sealer in one as well. More prep work like sanding or using chemicals such as a stain and sealer remover and wood brightener generally use chemicals or abrasion to open the wood grain, which ensures the wood will be more accepting of that stain. For a quick and easy approach, sure, but you can get more than 1 year of out a deck that’s been properly prepped, cleaned and stained vs an annual quick fix like pressure washing. It’s all contingent on the amount of sunlight and harsh winters you experience in seasonal states for your decking. Often times, for jobs I am hired for, the stain and or sealer was applied unevenly or incorrectly and the deck was either soft washed or pressure washed only by either a DIYer or handyman, and because of this the stain starts failing in areas quicker

[@Paarthurnaxdova]

Ok, so what is the best paint to use on a deck in Texas where the sun never stop and it’s always hot?

[@CK-wo1ly]

Will it last 3 years in Florida? Lots of rain here

[@publicmail2]

On a similar note, Spray and forget for mildew on a roof or anything seemed to good to be true. I have a white tile roof and used to pressure wash, but tried this Spray and forget and was skeptical, but the damn stuff works great. I just mist it on with a pump sprayer and the key is it has to rain over next few months and it completely removes mildew! I love it!

[@company5411]

I have a wooden dock and it was painted. Any recommendations on how to re-finish it after I strip the paint off?

[@milrlite2482]

Mix mineral spirits (about a gallon) and boiled linseed oil (about half a quart) melt some parifin wax (parifin wax for making candles). Melt wax and mix in a pail with the spirits and the boiled linseed oil. You'll most likely never need to refinish your dock ever again. If you want to tint the colour, you can just add pigment to the mixture. Stay away from the Thompson's water seal 😂. This is coming from my dad who's been a master painter for 54 years and up here in Canada, just so you know it'll last lol

[@mskittykat8967]

I love your deck 😍 What type of paint brush you using?

[@crash7098]

I’m a little confused; does the Thompson water sealer go on only once, for the entire lifespan of the deck if you use the Olympic product on top of it. Or does the sealer need to be used every year as well as the Olympic product?

[@PARIS8500]

I was confused as well. I went back to review the video and stopped watching at minute 4:00. I'll seal and pressure washing annually or biennially.

[@craigkalkman516]

Thompson WaterSeal is 94% water, 6% solids, which is what's left behind after the water evaporates. You get what you pay for. The Olympic product is better. Also worth a look is Sonneborn's Kure N Seal 80. You can get it at any quality materials outlet. Check out the solids content on that. As I recall it's closer to 40% solids, which is what you want if you don't want to re-coat every year.

[@jaandel1]

What about use minwax polyurethane on the deck floor you will get amber color but last longer

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

that would be considered a top coat. once it starts to fail it would need to be removed before applying anything else.

[@JPLUSLSTUDIOS]

I have a deck stained semi transparent behr stain that is peeling...can I pressure wash and use an oil base stain ...even tho was originally stained with a non oil based transparent

[@benhaze1010]

I too found out semi transparent behr stain is junk...

[@randycraig4930]

Can I use this product on pressure treated wood.

[@9avedon]

Your better off using the copper preservative they recommend.

[@keithdumas]

I had my boathouse built back in the fall of '21. The wood has already started looking not so new by the spring of '22 so I decided to act quickly because I didn't want it turning gray like so many others had on the lake. I opted for the clear Thompson's proofer/sealer and what a fantastic finish and look. After watching this video it was good to learn that I can pressure wash and reapply over the current finish yearly. BTW; I tried applying it with a pump up garden sprayer but didn't like the way it was going on after the first gallon of application. Seemed like more of the product was dripping into the lake than absorbing into the wood. I applied the next 7 gallons with a paint roller and it was a much better process with just a little more work involved.... Thanks for the great videos!

[@patty109109]

I tried the pump sprayer thing on my deck once. Thought it was hideous. Just junk. Roller and brush worked great. Btw I have used a proper airless sprayer with paint but they are nothing like the cheap pump sprayers Some people say they use for decks.

[@MrBasscase5174]

Thompson water seal is useless in Michigan .

[@kellingraham7534]

Change the o-rings on the pressure washer gun and hose and it wont leak anymore. Well worth the 4 bucks from home depot!

[@AleksandrPanzinAlex]

Brush vs Roller - what's your opinion about the sealer? Also - what about having an oil seal applied prior to installing the deck? If i'm building a brand new wood deck, should I seal the deck planks in advance?

[@clseairsppt]

So do you seal it then stain it?

Your recommending a DIY 'er to use a pressure washer on a softwood deck ? Is your next video going to be " How to replace deck boards " ? And Thompson's Water Seal is one of if not the worst product on the market . I refinish decks in Colorado , I wouldn't put that crap on a doghouse

[@chrisj9008]

Recommendations then?

[@scottg7660]

You lost all credibility when you went with Thompson’s. Worst stuff on the market.

[@jasonpakkala9015]

I guess you didn't watch the video then.

[@TheNutzandBoltz]

Well you both might be right. The old Thompson's Water Seal was straight up garbage and I will never buy a product from them again. A penetrate won't go to crap in a year and need sanding. Either way I'm on S G's side and say you lost a point or two with that endorsement.

[@jamesmarshall5794]

Can you spread the Olympic with anything other than a brush? Roller?

[@jimsheppard3930]

During this pandemic I have been doing lots of renovations at home and your videos have been really helpful. I just finished the deck reno with pressure treated siena boards. How long should I wait before treating with a sealer?

[@diegozuccarelli5079]

Same here! just finished resurfacing the deck. Only thing I heard is to give the PT wood about a month to properly dry. My wood has already been under the sun for more than enough, now I'm going to stain it but can I apply the oil based over the clear stain? it seems from what he says at the end that it's either or....

[@coreygrua3271]

I had given up finding a way to care for my deck without spending a day or two every year and a lot of money. Along comes Jeff Thorman, rescuing me once again. What a blessing he is to the world.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

HI Cory, Softwood decks can be a real challenge if you start using stains. Cheers!

[@antoinebrown3390]

Can I protect the stain that I just put down so it will not s scratch or fade away

[@leslierogers2447]

Have you figured out what do do with an old Trex deck that has turned gray? I inherited one and dont have the funds to replace. There is supposedly a paint on option the manufacturer recommends, but it was pretty expensive.

[@darrellsaturnbigfoot]

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 yes, finally real and to the point. Talking about oil base penetrating. Do you have one for water base? There are some outstanding products out there.

[@stevenkingma9228]

Just used the Olympic Maximum "Clear"...not so clear. actually turned the cedar yellow. Not a bad look...but definitely not clear.

[@idahoduckhunter]

Thanks, I've been looking for who used it on cedar.

[@carenalisa]

Is that just regular black paint or some kind of stain? I like the pop of color.

[@stang7043]

Never had luck with Olympic. High traffic areas would start coming apart a year after laying down the product.

[@proex19744]

Great video but never had any luck with Olympic.Ready Seal is my choice . HD used to stock it but you order online and ship to your local store. No sand or power wash after initial application.

[@PARIS8500]

What's the difference in cost? What region of the country?

[@hs1626]

The UV rays nowadays are CRAZY. So much more than when I was a kid.

[@rdietz68]

I use TWP 101or low VOC 1501 cedar tone natural. Water beads up nicely!

[@shaneramsey5053]

Jeff, have you ever used ready seal? If so what do you think about it?

[@OrangeCrush57]

If you pressure wash your deck you stand a very high risk of removing the soft wood from between the fibers. This will leave the wood feeling very course. Having used a Thompsons stain (Timber Oil), which failed. I would not recommend using any type of a sealer with colour pigments.

[@NoRoads2AllRoads]

how about semi transparent/tinted? Also oil based sealer or water based? btw no need to pressure wash to remove the gray. even just hosing it down with an oxy type of cleaner will do. That 30 seconds cleaner does this really easily.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

great tip. I love penetrating sealers so oil or latex both work. think the oil lasts longer. Cheers!

[@johnwhite2576]

Twice a year ?? WTH ???

[@A10TOES]

My deck was installed in 2004, replaced 4 boards couple yrs ago, silly me used a stain, twice....well the stain is almost gone on the flat boards & I swear, no more stains for me! I get the hot hot sun going from south to west and the stain just didn't last. I thought about using a product called 'restore' but after watching this video, I will follow this method, the less upkeep I have to do, the better. This ole gal isn't getting any younger! LOL Thanks Jeff! "Donna in Indiana"

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

Cheers Donna, happy to help!

[@runnermix7596]

Bro! You made my day!! 😅👊🏽 Gracias! I just found you and thank you for to be transparent and honest with us. Great video. I’m going to be watching your videos 🎥

[@MickPsyphon]

Open question for all: _Are there any deck stains/sealers that are designed to withstand winters where it snows a lot?_ I've tried a Cabot oil-based stainer, but it didn't even last a full year, befo6i noticed zome planks were rotting faster. I'm replacing pressure treated cedar planks now; and in the Spring I'll refinish. I'll look around for a longer lasting stain/sealer.

[@mikewk3026]

What is a safe way to power wash the deck? The first time I power washed mine , I guess I over washed it . I had to re sand the whole thing because it looked like it fur on it .. So what is a safe way to power wash special tip ? Certain psi? Thanks

[@Aepek]

First off..... Max, deck & fence look great👍🏻, very beautiful & love the black rails.....makes the entire deck “pop”! Can also use this stuff on privacy fences as well, & works great too. Is a little “messier”(suggest rolling &/or spraying on); but looks great in the end & the maintenance is awesome. Like that they also offer low VOC versions too. Cheers✌🏻

[@requena79]

you can't keep going over sealer. I did with the same project, it ends up very dark, and flakey. UNLESS you put a REALLY thin coat on initially, although I think you would still end up in the same boat / mess - with dark patches, and tons of flaking. Nice idea - but with the same project, I just had to pressure was and paint strip the whole deck which was 5-10 hours. something I don't want to do every few years (pain in the ass). What we need is an oil product, that acts more like a simple oil.

[@robertawearmouth2273]

Love it! Love the black railings. I'm wondering if they'd have to be stripped if they neede redone at some point or could they just be painted over? Also what about Australian Timber Oil and Cabot Semi-Transparent Stain? Would it have to be sanded and stripped in the future to redo? TIA

[@RobWhite-fj3iz]

I followed your instructions from this video and used the Olympic Maximun waterproofing sealant in June of 2023. After only 1 winter the sealant is peeling off our deck leaving patches. We spent days cleaning and applying your recommended Olympic product to our 800 sq ft deck and it now looks like crap. Please let us know what we should do to restore it to its' natural beauty.

[@jonellwanger7258]

Ok, this video is BULLSHIT from the title. Not the get go. The title. Never sand again...?? What. Is it going to be in a temp and humidity control indoor space? No? Then expect to be looking sanding a Deck every 5 years or so, sun does a ton of damage. Period. Sanding floors is my career, and Home Depot finish wont last that first full year either. Contact your local flooring professional for advice. Not KZbin. Flooring is different all over the country due to climate differences. This video will never explain that. This video tips might work well in California, would suck in Colorado. Much drier. Hotter, then its gets COLD AND WET. Recks havoc on wood. Especially decks!

[@nejdro1]

You give a couple false recommendations" oil based products are always only ONE coat. They must penetrate into the wood. Any excess that does not penetrate may cause shiny spots and will not dry! To this end, if you put Thompson's Waterseal on first, the oil ( or water based product) will not penetrate, and failure can be expected. The present version of Olympic Maximum (2023) is an emulsified oil, that is, it is made from oil, but is made to be water soluble. The Maximum is used just like a true oil, and is only ONE coat.

[@ajitpi4410]

I have a wood deck, maybe...300 feet from the ocean in LA. It's painted not raw. Can I use the Thompson sludge? I'm really sick of rebuilding it.

[@MRPC5]

Thompson's water seal is essentially wax dissolved in a liquid. It can be difficult to remove completely. It's likely you'll need to scrub it furiously with mineral oil. It's like melting candles across your deck.

[@MasaMuneDenadoro]

I used that Olympic sealer from the video. He says it goes on yellow like butterscotch but dries clear. Nope, dries yellow. I used it on some redwood deck 2x6 samples, and they're super yellow. Anyone know a true clear sealer that, sure will probably darken the wood a tad, but stays true to the original color of the wood?

[@ravinatarajan4894]

My deck is 5 years old and though I stained it twice, it has discolored and now it is not just dull, but also has a lot of chipping off. I am a bit confused with your advice. Should I apply the Olympic Maximum coat and does that require me to pressure wash first? Or, should I pressure wash and apply the Thompson sealer? It appears that the second option would give me better looks. Correct me if I am wrong.

[@ChristopherJones16]

03:59 You said "product" properly, but before and after you butcher the word "process". Its not "pro-cess". They literally have the same "O" sound. Where are you from? Canada?

[@POOCHIESCLOSET]

Thanks! I watched this video and I pressure washed and sealed my old deck and it's GORGEOUS now! I didn't even sand the wood but it's so dang beautiful. I used the exact Olympic Clear Sealant and it darkened the wood a bit, it's even better than I imagined it would be. I'm using this product for life. Thanks guy!

[@andrii3810]

how did it hold up over the years? I plan to use the same sealent tomorrow but some arrows indicate the it peals. Would you recommend it? Thanks!

[@Rob-id3zf]

what pressure washer specs to get that performance?? I have a Greenworks 2100psi 1.2gpm pressure washer that can "sand" the deck like that with a 40 degree tip but it would take twice as long to get that result. What specs to get that performance in the video??

[@FabrizioFontana-r2r]

Hi Jeff, I really want to try the Thompson and don/t think about sanding anymore, but does that work for the tinted version too? I found Thompson Water Seal Waterproof Plus Tinted Wood Protector , is it the same, does it work the same? Please let me know because I would like to try it this year. Thank you so much

[@maxnovo625]

Quick question to see if I got it right. If there is any sort of STAIN in the oil based Sealer, maintenance will be difficult requiring sanding. But if the Oil based sealer does not have any STAIN Maintenance will be lots easier. Did I get it right?

[@johnfithian-franks8276]

Hi, I have used Thompsons waterproofer for years now and I also used it on bricks to seal them against water infiltration and it works well, I have a bay window in the front room, and I was getting dampness coming through the brick and making the wallpaper strip by itself. I did consider rebuilding the bay but I also wanted to change the flat roof to a pitched roof but I have a lot of other things that were higher on the to-do list and I had a gallon of this left from another job I had done, so I tried it to see if it would give me some breathing time. It worked so well that I have not got around to a final fix and it has gone down the list.

[@HomeRenoVisionDIY]

nicely done!

[@JohnnyDom2]

Also Jeff, what kind of wood is that on the deck? Is that just douglas fir? Or Cedar? I feel like doug fir will get wrecked after a few years. Or maybe I'm wrong?

[@DanScottChannel]

Yeah, I had a deck replaced years ago and decided to just keep the oil based Thomson's on it. It's been probably four years and if I start seeing signs of graying, a quick cleaning and re-sealing does the job. My deck always looks the natural golden brown color! One year a ignorantly bought the Olympic water seal on sale but after shaking well, it came out of the can looking like watered down milk? I ended up trashing it and running to Home Depot for the Thomson's.

[@PARIS8500]

So, to clarify if I want a CLEAR NATURAL PINE look to the deck boards I can use the $55 dollar a gallon option ---> applying 2 coats ---> and this will last approximately 3Y?

[@cellule666]

Hello, I have pressure treated wood deck that has 1 yo. The colour strated to shade. Can I put a stain and then the sealer ? Thanks.

[@lovethosebudgies]

When you say "this product" please say which. I find it confusing because I think there's a 3rd product for the rails?

[@tysmith7646]

I have just installed a cedar deck 4 days ago. Can I just use just the Olympic clear sealer or should I use the Thompsons first and then apply Olympic?

[@PARIS8500]

I have pressure treated pine but awaiting clarification as well. Both are sealants.

[@gilbertr535]

NEVER use the product Deck Over - I now have rotten boards that were fine before I used that crap. Wish I had seen this before making that epic mistake.

[@weekendwarrior3420]

This can looks awfully familiar. I think I bought it at a big box store 20 years ago for my new fence and it was great. Glad Jeff finally found it. But I didn't know the pressure washer was good for wood. I once washed an old railing with it and it became all "hairy". I guess I need to try again...

[@juanalcala9360]

It's time for Home RenoVision and chill😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣 great video like always.

[@GolfdrillsNet2015]

Is that pressure treated lumber? My deck is about 6 months old now and that C2 Guard says it's for unsealed wood surfaces so not sure if this is appropriate for my deck.

[@hoppyjohnson8571]

I’m working on my backyard fence and plan on doing the deck as well. Once I pressure washed one wall of the fence the natural beauty of the wood looks amazing so now I don’t think I want to paint it. Should I seal it to preserve the natural look?

[@caseydaniellex104]

What hapens if I don't know whats on my deck since I just bought this house? I didn't touch the deck last year but I'm worried maybe it needs some sort of sealant this spring. I feel like all the previous owneres used was sealant but what if I'm wrong and it was a stain? Any tips on figuring it out?

[@sdtube3]

What is the product being used here? There are several olympic maximum products and they say stain and sealer. Should I look for a "clear sealer" or would a semi transparent "stain and sealer" work? Also is this oil or water based?

[@lisaluby7621]

Jeff, my porch has been painted. Now it collects dirt and looks terrible. How can I clean it? I have tried hard floor cleaners. Help!

[@DJUnME]

3:31 camera work really highlights that Thompson's is poison. Should this be a concern? Does the Olympic Maximum have the same cautions?

[@Jazzilaladi]

Ya I saw that also. Wondering to what degree it is poisonous ☠️ hummmmm I will go google it

[@Jazzilaladi]

Googled it Seal-Once is non-flammable, non toxic and is harmless to humans, animals and plants. ... The toxicity report supports the conclusion that no acute or chronic toxicity is associated with this product when used according to the product label.

[@juzoli]

AJ Reynolds Well you should probably not drink it. I don’t think there is any paint on the market which you could drink, maybe the ones for kids to paint on paper. I thought it is stupid to print it there, and everyone knows that. But here we are, it needs to be explained...

[@tiffanybogart1777]

Will and combination stain and seal like Cabot Semi-Transparent Stain + Sealer work the same, or will be need to pressure wash and sand when we apply in the future?

[@DJShaunLouis]

Was this a pressure treated wood deck or cedar? Exploring out options and have been told NOT to sand out PT wood deck prior to sealing.

[@mariepamelakuhtz163]

I was going to buy the Olympic sealant, but the reviews on the Home Depot page were so bad. and a lot of the customer pictures showed yellow wood. I am very hesitant to buy this product now.

[@indiboom1331]

So do you still need to sand for the very first time?

[@NajibAmiri]

What is the best way to protect lattice on a deck, especially in high wind area. With no planning I put the Cut-N-Seal on my lattice because sealing the end cut job got messy so I applied to the whole lattice and deck walls with Cut-N-Seal. Is that going to dry and crack the lattice? Thank you.

[@ranmangolf]

Do you still recommend the Olympic Maximum product or is something else better protecting the wood and easy maintenance every year or two?

[@mlhm5]

Better - 1-gallon mineral spirits - 1 pint+ boiled linseed oil - 4oz melted paraffin wax. Mix the first two, make sure they are at least room temp or above 70F before adding the melted paraffin wax stir.

[@MRUHY]

How long will this last? Will reapplications be necessary after?

[@JosephOfBorg]

Could you spray on the thicker of those two sealers question mark I think all that brushing is probably beyond me