Deck Sealing Preparation

What This Service Involves

A deck finish only performs if the wood beneath it is clean, open-grained, and properly dry. We soft wash the boards, remove biological growth, and brighten the surface so the sealer can penetrate rather than sit on a dirty film. In the Northwest, skipping this prep is the top reason finishes fail within a single season. We deliver a deck that is clean, neutralized, and dried to the right moisture level for coating.

Benefits

Opens the grain for deep sealer penetration; Removes growth and film that block adhesion; Neutralizes and brightens for even uptake; Prevents the early finish failure common here

Our Process

1) Soft wash and remove all biological growth; 2) Brighten and neutralize the wood; 3) Rinse thoroughly and open the grain; 4) Allow the boards to dry to coating moisture

What Affects the Cost

Deck square footage; Amount of growth and old finish present; Wood species and grain; Dry-time and weather constraints; Coordination with the sealing schedule

Best Time of Year

Prep decks for sealing in a stable dry stretch so boards reach the right moisture before coating.