How to Build a Redwood Deck

By eHow Home & Garden Editor

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Redwood can provide an attractive look to any home deck. The wood looks and smells amazing and it's an impressive sight. There are a few tricks in the building and maintenance of a redwood deck though-here are some of them.

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Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Step1

Note that redwood isn't pristine. Redwood premium grades are knot free and have a natural finish, but most other grades of redwood have knots and contains some sapwood, which makes it vulnerable to insects and rotting.

Step2

Use a clear preservative on your redwood deck so that you can keep your redwood to a natural and fresh look. Redwood will weather naturally to a dark gray color.

Step3

Stain your redwood deck with a clear sealant each year to give it a fresh look. You can also stain your deck with a color as close to the original as possible. Stains on redwood will last much longer than they will with other types of wood.

Step4

Showcase your redwood's natural beauty and durability if possible. If you plan on painting your redwood, purchase a less expensive replacement wood. If you are going to use redwood, try to allow the natural colors and durability to shine through.