How To Restore A Worn-Out/Weathered Deck

[@JS-oh4ee]

GREAT idea with the jug! Looks nice! Thank you.

[@howtofixitworkshop]

You're welcome and thanks for noticing! Are you planning to stain a deck or porch soon?

[@alandoss9352]

Good job on a rough looking deck. When it gets to this point in deterioration, I would think that paint would have done a better job of covering the imperfections. The same process is involved, but the finished product would look newer.

[@SortaJunpei]

I'm over here just wanting that song track. That is some good jazz

[@Ofer--gi3kx]

Good job man this good these people don’t know you don’t have to fill in cracks it’s wood it’s gonna last a long time good job man

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Thank you!

[@shannongodinez9979]

I very much a simple, self explanatory video without all the extra whooplah! Thanks so much for sharing! ❤

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Greg400]

Great music too

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Thank you!!

[@lahaza6515]

That "extra hoopla" would be helpful in the way of power washing it first & letting it dry thoroughly for a couple of dry/hot days. More than a sweep is important to get all the extra dirt & wood grain that came up with sanding. "Looks" good, but if you want it to last? Best to get all mold off a good anti mold cleaning solution or at least Dawn & vinegar solution, then a super rinse, let dry thoroughly and THEN sand. After sanding vacuuming or blowing it with a super strong blasting blower to get all the sanding dust out of the grain.

[@sukhpalsandhu6341]

Powerwash and seal once dry, you did a great quality job, nice

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Thank you

[@janjaf844]

Power wash after painting?

[@Arejayy8]

What are looking for when sanding? Just a rough feeling or smooth?

[@howtofixitworkshop]

I was going for a little rough so that the stain would soak in really well

[@harbin88]

Well, it still does not look that great, I mean the woods still have rough grains and cracks showing. I wonder if you could fill the crack in the wood to make them surface smooth?

[@howtofixitworkshop]

There is a product that is supposed to fill in cracks, but I think they peal out over time. Staining isn't a perfect refinish, but it protects the wood and helps it last longer. I did this 4 years ago and it's still in decent shape

[@harbin88]

@howtofixitworkshop OK, that makes sense, thanks!​

[@howtofixitworkshop]

You're welcome!

[@RanjeetSinghSran_]

@@howtofixitworkshop yes, filling cracks doesn’t help, even it peal off well before the paint, multiple coats are better where you see the cracks

[@davidadkins4648]

​@@howtofixitworkshopIf your referring to the product Restore by Rustoleum don't use it. When it dries it cracks and develops pinholes, moisture gets under the product can't dry out and this causes the wood to rot prematurely. It also peels off in hugh strips if a previous stain or sealer was used and not sanded complete off. There was a class action law suit unfortunately I was unaware of this when I bought my home. I've spent hours trying to get it up even today before I can refinish my deck. It would be easier to replace the decking, but financial at this point I can't afford it.

[@dennisgrubbs1929]

Excellent job thanks for the video

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Thank you!

[@Stargate555]

Would using a Exterior Primer help with filling gaps and adhesion before applying the final coat?

[@howtofixitworkshop]

I guess that's an option. I think the stain I used had some kind of primer in it

[@icedteamama176]

Looks like you used acrylic/water based stain in Redwood color…how’s it holding up after 3 years? Does the deck get a lot of afternoon sun? Thanks!

[@squishysquid9505]

Thank you! Feeling much more confident about doing my own deck now :)

[@howtofixitworkshop]

You can do it!

[@pepperj]

Me too! Annnnd now my deck is on fire.

[@OllyhayOffittmay]

Yes, same! Gonna attempt tomorrow.

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Awesome! Good luck and let me know how it turn out and if you have any questions

[@marcellarice7347]

I wonder how it will look in 2-3 years? I read that I should have cleaned and "brightened" the wood for the stain to last; I did what you did and after 2-3 years it needed to be re-done totally.

[@howtofixitworkshop]

The wood needed to be replaced or re stained? My wood is about 14 years old, I stain it every 2-3 years

[@ng3069]

They all need to be redone after 2 or 3 years. Stains do not last 10 years like they claim.

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Totally agree

[@danieltaylor4819]

@@ng3069 That's the truth.

[@carlosbenitez6827]

Adding to my house Playlist! Thank you!

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@tonyeze7233]

Great video! Hey where can I rent the tool you used in brushing the floor and what is it called?

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Hi Tony, are you referring to the orbital sander? I think you can rent them at the home center or purchase them. They're pretty cheap. I think there is a link in the video description

[@howtofixitworkshop]

That's probably right

[@ageegeorge146]

No repairs of damaged buckling surface?

[@howtofixitworkshop]

There wasn't any rotten wood so we just cleaned it real good, sanded down the rough spots and stained. It has held up pretty well for a couple years but needs some touch up.

[@Joe-eg7ml]

Plan to repaint since the previous owner use intdoor paint to paint deck. And after 2 seasons about 30% is peeling. Just wondering can I just use a regular sander(the square one) also what grit of sandpaper did u use?

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Yeah the square sander would work too. I think the round oscillating sander would be a little quicker though. I think I used 80 grit sand paper

[@woodstream6137]

How many sanding pads did you go through and what grit(s)? I think that would kill my back

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Probably just 2 pads, I believe it was 80 grit. Yeah it was probably a back killer fort be too

[@skip52346]

What sealer did you use? Please and thanks

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Hi, it's BEHR Premium 1-Gal. Redwood Semi-Transparent Deck, Fence & Siding Wood Stain. There is a link in the video description of you'd like to check it out. Thanks for watching!

[@lisaayers1975]

What kind of Sander is that and what size sanding disks. 3 inch or 4 inch...Thanks.Also what grit sanding disks. THANKS

[@howtofixitworkshop]

It's a 5 inch sander and the disks were 80 grit I believe. I left some links in the description for what I used

[@lisaayers1975]

@@howtofixitworkshop Okay thanks a bunch.I found 3 different kinds in my building.One old big one that has a metal casing.Weighs a ton.One sanding disk for a compressor and and a old Montgomer Ward Power Kraft 6 inch sander and polisher. The rubber on the pad backing is cracked pretty bad.The pad has a threaded bolt that screws into the sander.Been up all night looking for a replacement. No luck yet.👍👍👍🙏🙏✌✌✌😇😇

[@howtofixitworkshop]

You're welcome! Best of luck to you!!!

[@darrellgordon9224]

Some comments about why you chose the finish that you put on would be helpful.

[@ianmc87]

Good video, thank you. I need to do this with my deck which looks quite a bit like yours when you started working on it. However, the previous owners of my home covered the deck board with blue paint which is peeling off. I don't know if they stained it or weather-proofed it in anyway. Is it a mistake paint the wood after it is sanded and stained? Does that undermine or compromise the protection of the deck boards?

[@TheDotransporter]

Those planks in the video look very old and show the veins exposed, I wonder how long does treated wood last, specially in a lake dock.

[@howtofixitworkshop]

not long enough

[@bradleyparker5941]

Nice video fo sho 💯 this the same process i was looking for. looks easy affordable and can hold up few more years dependingon the weather.much love. mr ron

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Thanks! Yep it has held up for me for almost 3 years now. It could use some touch up, maybe when spring comes along

[@bthemedia]

@@howtofixitworkshop thank you for the note… was wondering how well it held up. About to redo an old wood deck that was painted… planning to sand and solid stain/seal or paint. Would like to have stain and wood texture that will last a few years at least.

[@howtofixitworkshop]

It has held up for almost 3 years for me. But it's ready for another facelift.. The wood is all still in pretty good shape

[@cappleget]

What paint color did you use?

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Hi, it was BEHR Premium 1-Gal. Redwood Semi-Transparent Deck, Fence & Siding Wood Stain. I have a link for it in the video description of you'd like to give it a try. Thanks for watching!!

[@CassandraN16]

my deck looks like that should i be worried about the cracks on the wood?

[@howtofixitworkshop]

In my experience it will last several more years if you add a coat of stain every couple of years

[@Miles-wy1zr]

What grit did you use for sanding?

[@howtofixitworkshop]

I think it was 80 grit

[@Vntgmozzastick]

What grit sandpaper do you use? Thanks!

[@howtofixitworkshop]

I think it was 80 grit

[@heatherthomas3011]

Thank you for this!

[@howtofixitworkshop]

You're welcome!!

[@lahaza6515]

what number sandpaper? No power washing first?

[@howtofixitworkshop]

I think it was 80 grit, no power washing

[@jacksonvang2946]

How much was the paint 🎨?

[@howtofixitworkshop]

It was about $200 for that 5 gallon bucket

[@wingedwanderer2646]

Hi, maybe a noob question, but would those cracks not get bigger with time ? Is staining good enough to prevent any further damage?

[@howtofixitworkshop]

It's a stain and sealer so it will prevent more cracking if applied every year or two. But with pressure treated wood that is exposed to extreme weather elements, it won't last forever

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Yep, the composite are a lot more expensive but a whole lot less maintenance

[@pattibond2342]

Even if they don't get bigger, they are a bit of an eyesore & should be filled it.

[@jasperstromy2778]

Yeah composite decks seem nice but I have a deck about three-four times the size of this deck. I just got a quote for a composite....12,500.00. Good grief. That's after tax but using same foundation.

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Yep, it literally pays to keep up with the dreaded maintenance of wood decks

[@Mosdefinitelyable]

Thanks for not talking. 😊

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Umm you're welcome?

[@Mosdefinitelyable]

@@howtofixitworkshop ;)

[@transmitterimages8638]

@@howtofixitworkshop😂😂😂

[@lisaayers1975]

Could I use a spray gun to paint mine with instead of a brush or roller. Plmk

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Yes you could spray the stain but you would probably need to "back-roll" it with a paint roller to ensure even consistent coverage of the sprayed on stain

[@TheSoldout1]

Nice Job. I was told that the darker color holds more heat??

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Yeah it may be a bit warmer by a degree or two but nothing major

[@sportsch2418]

What color did you used?

[@howtofixitworkshop]

It's a mocha brown. I think there is a link in the description

[@KundelCrane]

great restoration!

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Thank you!

[@jacksonvang2946]

Do the paint with stand snow?

[@howtofixitworkshop]

This is a dark semi transparent stain, it's not paint. But yes it will handle snow. It doesn't last forever, needs to be reapplied every few years

[@anibel88]

Thank you! I am going to venture out to do this myself

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Best of luck to you, let us know if you have any questions

[@lovethosebudgies]

What, no roller?? I have a huge deck that looks like the before picture, but I'm not convinced that your treatment is going to last. Mine is also in the direct sun beating down on it.

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Mine is still holding up, it could use a touch up a couple years later, but that's how wood decks are. The wood on mine is 15 years old, I've only had to replace a couple boards

[@djsantiago4985]

how long did this take?

[@howtofixitworkshop]

I think I had it all completed in one day. That's one benefit of sanding instead of power washing, you don't have to wait for the wood to dry

[@richiemckay630]

What was the colour? please

[@howtofixitworkshop]

It's called cordovan brown by Behr. It's a semi transparent waterproofing stain and sealer

[@supertylerfilms7780]

Shouldn’t you wipe the stain after applying for a proper finish?

[@howtofixitworkshop]

I back brushed the stain with a paint brush after rolling it on. It's not necessary on a deck to wipe the stain away completely.

[@gwentomlinson4205]

Need to use Deck Restorer to fill in the cracks

[@howtofixitworkshop]

I've seen mixed reviews with deck restore. It has a tendency to peel and pop out of the cracks

[@JJG323]

@@howtofixitworkshop what do you recommend to use for filling gaps?

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Honestly they don't bother me. I didn't fill them, the porch is still going strong

[@ng3069]

What color is that?

[@howtofixitworkshop]

It's called cordovan brown by Behr. It's a semi transparent waterproofing stain and sealer

[@donlew8222]

I hear used motor oil and diesel works great... Mopped on.

[@OldManTomJulio]

Came here for decking tips and leaving with an itch to go play disc golf. (Jomez theme)

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Thanks and have fun!

[@wrongerthenmost3739]

What is that you painted on the deck? Looks good!

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Thanks! It's Behr Premium waterproofing deck sealer

[@renro8]

Hi there, what is the actual color name?

[@krishnakhan439]

Hope you reply to this but I noticed a hand sander. Did you have old stain on the deck before? I am have worn and weathered deck and I wonder if can just give it a light sander rather than use a “stripper “ solution on in. I’ve already pressure cleaned it and I think that was a little rough on it and I don’t want to have to pressure it again

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Yep, I had an old stain on it. It was a lighter color and I sanded off most of it

[@berlyli6058]

how much paint did you use ? My patio is the similar size as yours I wonder 1 quarter paint is enough or not or I should be 1 gallon size

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Probably a gallon but you may not use it all

[@ScottRGarcia123]

It's hard to believe you didn't power wash the deck or use a deck cleaner before staining it.

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Nope, just sanded it and blew off the dust

[@PaulBeltre]

If you use a sprayer machine will be faster and nicer than roller the deck.

[@derekstadler9037]

What grit on the sander?

[@howtofixitworkshop]

I used 60 grit followed by 120

[@wackyduck3]

Definitely not a shoes off deck but looks good.

[@howtofixitworkshop]

It turned out pretty smooth, smooth enough to walk barefoot

[@BradenCoop]

You can also use wood flooring glue to fill some of those bigger splits in the wood and then orbital it back down before staining .

[@ceeloc4420]

No power wash?

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Nope!

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Wow, thanks for the comment King James!

[@АртемВолинец]

How much does this job cost?

[@howtofixitworkshop]

It depends on the size and complexity but for my project it was no more than a couple hundred dollars to do it myself. If I were to pay someone it would likely be 3-4x more

[@Jimmy_Cavallo]

💥So…. You pressure wash it AFTER applying the stain.??? 🤣

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Nope, no need to pressure wash with this type of restoration

[@vipermikem1]

I’m a big fan of that 70’s porn music!

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Haha!

[@judyl.761]

You missed the part where you repair cracks with wood filler.

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Nope, didn't fill any of the cracks with wood filler, just filled them full of that paint

[@ahischak]

Wood filler doesn’t stain the same color as the wood and it would look bad

[@dimitriuss]

​@@ahischak so what is the proper solution if a customer wants them filled.?

[@TejTandon]

At least fill in the cracks :/

[@Rsc.handymanworksNJ-w4u]

On an old deck or porch with this type of cracks, how to fill them up? Because Woodville don't work.

[@lynleyriini8416]

I think you have to prime it first don’t you

[@RedneckBeach]

Get a belt sander my guy. Way faster than a hand sander.

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Good idea! But I didn't want to tear up the old wood too bad, it was getting a bit brittle but could have been worth a try

[@RedneckBeach]

If you ran 150 or 200 grit sand paper on a belt it would be fine. I wouldn’t use 80 grit though.

[@MT-gk1xf]

Why didn’t you clean the deck first?🤷🏽‍♂️

[@howtofixitworkshop]

I didn't need to, I sanded everything and blew off the dust

[@MT-gk1xf]

@@howtofixitworkshop oh ok!! 👍🏽

[@grousgrek6560]

I tried the milk gallon thing. I got milk everywhere and it ruined my deck .

[@howtofixitworkshop]

😂

[@reaper-sz5tm]

Once the wood is splitting and dried out like this I would just go ahead and pull it off. If you want something to last another 20 years it’s worth the cost of reboarding the entire deck. But this looks good if you just want to make it look a little nicer, but it won’t make it last longer.

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Been a couple years since this video and the boards are still in about the same shape. It'll need to be resurfaced eventually but I've already got 3 more years out of it. I'll apply the stain again this spring and hope for another 3 years, we'll see how it goes.

[@undertakerfire7810]

Our deck is 25-26 years old and not a board replaced.. LOL just keep um painted or stained..

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Nice! Yeah they require maintenance

[@cmcer1995]

In a cold climate, if don't address the cracks they will fill with water and will make the cracks much worse. Finding the ideal filler is the trick especially if you have numerous large cracks that can be labor intensive. I was hoping you were going to address them but in less than 4-minutes I would say not. Therefore, not helpful.

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Thanks for your feedback. But the porch is still going strong many years later

[@MT-gk1xf]

This was definitely a diy! 🤦🏽‍♂️

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Yep!

[@chucktaylor11000]

I would have pressure washed as opposed to sanding but if it's your house .

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Yeah thanks, the sanding helps to preserve the old wood from splintering from a powerful pressure washer

[@joejohnson1321]

The power washing, sanding, all that is a waste of time unless you’re a pro who is painting and staining a deck for good money. If this is just your own deck and it already looks terrible to start off then skip all that nonsense and just start painting and staining. In the end you’re merely missing out on 1% at most of a professional looking job. That 1% would take an extra 10 hours of hard work to do

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Stain and paint doesn't adhere properly to dirt and pollen. Sanding also removes splinters and keeps the wood smoother while giving the stain ability to penetrate the wood.

[@Southsxde]

That’s the process you need to do before painting you know

[@mysticflower4321]

None of what you say makes sense 🧐

[@TheBeanHome]

This is why some carpenters have shabby looking homes. The self neglect to save a buck. Your home could be a showpiece of your work

[@itskeagan3004]

False, please don’t speak on home improvement/trades if you don’t understand them.

[@Fusion-ed1pv]

For the love of god please do not do this! This is not how you prep a deck!!! OMG!!! And, the finished product looks terrible!

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Thanks!

[@dabig77]

Thanks for showing us a "How NOT to" video

[@howtofixitworkshop]

What do you mean?

[@bt3735]

Way too much talking😂

[@kevinwright9040]

I was looking for video on restoration, but I'm sorry this looks like crap.

[@howtofixitworkshop]

Thanks!

[@timlee4756]

He needed to do another coat I saw bleeds all over but as long as he’s happy or the customer that’s what matters

[@howtofixitworkshop]

I didn't have any bleed through, perhaps it was the glare in between the cracks. It has held up very well the last couple years, but all wooden decks require ongoing maintenance, and I'll need to stain this one again

[@timlee4756]

@@howtofixitworkshop I personally would have done another coat I can see the wood showing through especially on the hand rails. I’m also super anal about my paint jobs .

[@nickm3531]

@@howtofixitworkshop 🤣

[@Eltupper]

What grit sander did you use?

[@howtofixitworkshop]

It was 80 grit

[@Eltupper]

@@howtofixitworkshop thank you so much!

[@howtofixitworkshop]

You're welcome!