Decking Maintenance

What is Joist Tape?

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The joist tape that we recommend is: DeckWise® WiseWrap® JoistTape™ It’s a flexible polyethylene waterproof wood flashing designed to protect your decking structure. This high-quality material is fortified with a rubberized asphalt mastic adhesive, offering superior protection against moisture. Each roll comes in a generous size of 3 inches wide and 75 feet long, with …

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How to Clean Trex Decking

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All exterior building materials require cleaning. Cleaning Trex decking is relatively easy and straightforward. Generally, soap and water is all that is required to clean Trex Transcend, Enhance, and Select products. Here’s some additional tips and instructions on cleaning Trex decking: Dirt and Debris The affected area should be sprayed off with a hose to …

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What Does Gray Ipe Look Like?

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Gray Ipe Decking

Ipe is an incredible wood, especially for decking. One of the benefits we often mention is the low maintenance requirement. Once it’s installed, you barely have to touch an ipe deck! Virtually the only thing you have to do is oil it every year or so to preserve that rich brown color. Of course, people …

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Is Your Ipe Decking Grey?

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If you have an Ipe deck that has been neglected or gone grey don’t worry you can quickly make it look new again. Naturally the UV rays of the sun will strip the color out of the surface of wood and many other materials, even composites that claim they won’t fade. The problem with other …

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Re-oiling Your Deck During Fall: Good or Bad Idea?

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Oiling your deck is usually done during spring to get the best looking deck for the summer BBQ’s and outdoor parties. Not a lot of people think of re-oiling their deck in fall just before the winter months hit but it’s a missed opportunity to give your deck a little protection from the rain and …

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