A properly prepped surface is the key to a professional quality job.
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Prepping
Here's how to make sure your wood surface is clean, dry, and sound. Review the prepping topics below before you start working. Each topic can be printed for easy reference.
Exterior Surface Prep
Cleaning and smoothing exterior wood surfaces.
- Surface Prep Step by Step
- Removing Surface Contaminants
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Extractive Bleeding: Not a Stain Failure
- Hardwoods vs. Softwood
- Vertical vs. Horizontal
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Cedar Siding: Grades, Seasoning, Patterns, etc.
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Selecting Exterior Primers
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Pressure Washing
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Peeling Common Causes
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Superior Performance begins with Surface Prep
Problem-Solver Wood Cleaner
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Custom Tint stain colors
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Ideas for furniture
For maintenance, here are some quick touch-up ideas to your keep furniture looking new.