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Water Base Decking Stain v Oil Base

Road-Hog · 2013-05-08 21:49:28

I applied a water base decking stain to a deck last year, it has weather badly since then and a lot of it (50% ) has flaked off, would an oil based product have given a better result. I am aware that decking requires a lot of maintenance but I would have thought a Ronseal product would have performed better. Also is there…

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08-05-2013 10:49pm

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I applied a water base decking stain to a deck last year, it has weather badly since then and a lot of it (50% ) has flaked off, would an oil based product have given a better result. I am aware that decking requires a lot of maintenance but I would have thought a Ronseal product would have performed better. Also is there any point in putting a decking oil or protector on after staining to give further protection? I was told in one paint shop that decking oil is generally for hardwoods only. The decking is a red deal type wood and has been pressure treated. Any advice welcome.

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