How to Refinish a Pool Deck
Wooden pool decks take a beating during cold winters and hot summers. A regular routine of cleaning and refinishing will help protect it from the elements and extend the life of the wood. This project can be slightly labor intensive, but the result is a well-protected deck that looks like new. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Safety glasses
- Scraper
- Belt sander
- Paint brush or paint sprayer
- Deck stain or exterior latex paint
- Water repellent deck sealant
- Garden hose with spray nozzle
- Bucket
- Push broom
- Oxygen cleaner
Instructions
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Cleaning and Preparing the Pool Deck
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Sweep the deck with a long-handled push broom. Remove all loose dirt and debris from the surface.
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Mix 1 cup of powdered oxygen cleaner to 2 gallons of water in a large bucket. Powdered oxygen cleaners can be purchased at any home improvement center.
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Pour the oxygen cleaner and water mixture onto small sections of the pool deck and wash the surface. Scrub with the push broom and rinse, using a garden hose with a spray nozzle attachment. Allow the deck a day or two to completely dry before continuing the project.
Refinishing a Painted Pool Deck Surface
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Scrape any old and peeling paint from the deck boards using a scraper. Run a belt sander over any portions that are rough and uneven.
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Apply a coat of exterior latex paint using a paint brush or sprayer. Follow drying times on the paint container. Add a second coat once the first has completely dried.
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Spray on a clear deck sealant. This can be purchased at a store like Wal-Mart or Lowe's. It will provide moisture protection for the wood decking material. Allow recommended drying time before using the pool deck.
Refinishing a Stained Pool Deck Surface
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Use the belt sander to smooth any rough areas on the board surface. Purchase the desired color of deck stain.
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Apply a coat of stain to the wood deck. Add a second layer if the color appears washed out after the application of the first layer. Follow the stain product drying instructions.
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Spray on a water sealant coat after the stain completely dries. Since the deck is for pool use, apply a water repellent finish coat. A water resistant sealant will not offer the amount of moisture protection needed.
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Tips & Warnings
Plan a time for this project when the weather is expected to be clear. Allow three to four days from start to completion. Allow plenty of drying time between each step of the project.
Follow all safety precautions on the labels of the stain or paint and sealant. Wear safety glasses when using the belt sander.
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- Photo Credit Image courtesy of Photobucket photo pool.
