6 best wood deck preservative

Product description

Simpson strong-tie deck/common nail, 10D, 0.134 in shank diameter, 3 in length, checker head, 9/32 in head, 10 ga, diamond point, ring shank, 304 stainless steel, bright. Simpson preservative-treated wood decking nails are ideal for decks and docks. The checker pattern heads blend in with wood grain and reduce sunlight glare. Annular ring shank increases pull-out resistance to prevent nail heads from popping up over time. Larger shank diameter easily penetrates both Green and seasoned preservative-treated lumber.

From the Manufacturer

Simpson Preservative-Treated Wood Decking Nails are ideal for decks and docks. The checker pattern heads blend in with wood grain and reduce sunlight glare. Annular ring shank increases pull-out resistance to prevent nail heads from popping up over time. Larger shank diameter easily penetrates both green and seasoned preservative-treated lumber.

• 9/32-inch head diameter and .134-inch shank diameter
• Ideal for decks and docks
• Checker pattern on heads to blend with wood grain
• Annnular Ring Shank increases pull-out resisitance
• Choose 316 Stainless Steel for seaside applications, Imported

Product description

Lifetime wood treatment has been treating marinas, houses and decking for over 60 years with a recipe handed down through three generations of wood-working craftsmen. Lifetime wood treatment is a non-toxic wood treatment that lasts a lifetime. The natural substances penetrate the wood fibers, permanently modifying the wood structure. Independent laboratory testing confirms that lifetime creates no harmful residue in soils and water. Lifetime is friendly to plants, animals and people and can be used in direct contact with garden soil. Available in 5-gallon size.

From the Manufacturer

Lifetime wood treatment has been treating marinas, houses and decking for over 60 years with a recipe handed down through three generations of wood-working craftsmen. Lifetime wood treatment is an non-toxic wood treatment that lasts a lifetime. The natural substances penetrate the wood fibers, permanently modifying the wood structure. Independent laboratory testing confirms that lifetime creates no harmful residue in soils and water. Lifetime is friendly to plants, animals and people and can be used in direct contact with garden soil. Available in 5-gallon size.

• Lifetime wood treatment is an non-toxic wood treatment
• Useful in treating marinas, houses and decking
• Natural substances penetrate the wood fibers, permanently modifying the wood structure
• Creates no harmful residue in soils and water
• Friendly to plants, animals and people and can be used in direct contact with garden soil

User questions & answers

Question:	If we over-order, can we return un-opended containers
Answer:	Packaged powder product. I guess so. 2 pkgs. should do apx 2500 - 3000 sq ft. Sprayed
Question:	Can you use a tank sprayer to apply the stain
Answer:	Yes, you can. We strained it with a fine mesh first before putting it in the tank and had to take the tip apart for cleaning occasionally. Would do it the same way again.
Question:	Can i strip an old deck down and then apply lifetime? or does it really have to be bare/raw untreated wood? you know if i strip it really good
Answer:	what this product does is to change the ph of the wood cells, so that nothing can live on them, not bacteria, fungus or mold...my guess is that if the wood absorbs the product dissolved in water that it will do its job
Question:	If I were to apply stain over this product to change it to a specific color will this allow proper adherence to the wood or will it not take properly
Answer:	I've never put stain over the treated wood. I have however added water soluble latex paint to give the treatment some color/tint. Specifically, I used a very small amount of barn red during the mixing stage. Since the Valhalla product it meant to naturally grey the wood the addition of the red barn latex added just enough red tint to make my wood resemble aged barn wood which was what I desired. Adding to much latex as a pigment or staining over the Valhalla treatment I believe will hinder the treatments preservative effectiveness and it's greying result. Hope that is helpful.

Product description

Ready Seal stain enhances the natural beauty of the wood allowing the texture and grain of the wood to remain visible. This stain is an oil-based, semi transparent stain and sealer in one, suitable for all your exterior wood projects. It is a unique formula that penetrates deeply to protect and preserve wood from the elements such as mold, mildew and damaging UV rays.

From the Manufacturer

Ready Seal stain enhances the natural beauty of the wood allowing the texture and grain of the wood to remain visible. This stain is an oil-based, semi transparent stain and sealer in one, suitable for all your exterior wood projects. It is a unique formula that penetrates deeply to protect and preserve wood from the elements such as mold, mildew and damaging UV rays.

• Requires no primer. Ready Seal is darkest when first applied. It reaches its true color in approximately 14 days. Do not apply Ready Seal over painted or newly stained surfaces. Sealed surfaces inhibit penetration.
• May be applied using sprayer, roller or brush onto the woods surface.
• Requires no back brushing and will nerver leave runs, laps, or streaks.
• Requires no wet-line application, the product will blend itself and can be applied in any temperature range for proper application.
• Requires no diluting or thinning prior to spray applications.
• Subject to or will include a PaintCare recycling fee in the following states: CT, or VT. Not available in CA.
• Easy maintenance - no sanding or stripping required for re-application

User questions & answers

Question:	What is the warranty on this
Answer:	I don't believe there is any warranty. We applied it two years ago and the covered areas still look good. The section in direct Sun...needs to have it applied again.
Question:	How long can the product be stored once the container is opened
Answer:	We actually used some that we had stored in our garage that was left over from the last time we stained our siding and that was in the summer of 2012, 6 yrs ago. When we removed the lid, it looked like it had become a gel but my husband used a drill with a paint mixer/stirrer tool and it became liquefied again. We applied it to the siding without incident and the color matched the new 5 gallon containers we bought this summer .
Question:	I have 275 ft of fence plus a gate- what's the coverage with using a sprayer
Answer:	I’m in the process of staining my fence (I am using a different brand) with a semi-transparent stain. I have 187’ of fence at 5’ high including 2 gates. Applied with a roller and brush, I’m going to need around 13 gallons. My recommendation is rent a sprayer from Home Depot. You’ll save time and money as you’ll use less product and it will go much much faster.
Question:	we have a heavy dining set and i am worried about scratches after i stain, how does it hold up to heavy chairs moving back and forth
Answer:	I have a deck/patio furniture set, including a cast iron umbrella base. Lots of use over the last year with no evidence of scratches in the deck. The stain penetrates the wood rather than building a barrier so dragging stuff across the boards won't take it off provided the wood is properly prepared.

Product features

Application

1. Use a brush, roller or sprayer to apply Ready Seal.

2. Blend multiple containers together to ensure color consistency.

3. Apply two light coats to wood surface and allow at least 45 minutes between.

4. Allow 48 to 72 hours of drying. Drying time will vary depending on temperature, humidity and surface porosity.

-Ready Seal contains no linseed oil and will not stain hands.

-Ready Seal is biodegradable when in contact with soil and water.

-Meets current VOC level requirements throughout the United States.

Product description

1. 2 gallon, VOC clear wood protector, VOC Compliant, bonus container, for members in VOC restricted areas.

• Item Weight: 9.65 lb
• Country of Origin: China
• Brand name: Thompson's Water Seal
• Item Dimensions: 4.1"L x 6.6"W x 11.0"H

User questions & answers

Question:	Could this be used on an exterior door to help with swelling from humidity? If so how to apply
Answer:	I doubt it would help much. It stops water penetration but not humidity problems.
Question:	Can the protector be applied on damp wood
Answer:	I think not.
Question:	Will this work on outdoor mahogany floor
Answer:	Yes will protect it
Question:	Hello, Do you have to re-apply every year
Answer:	Probably. To tell, splash some water on the finish. If the water forms bubbles, the surface is OK for another season. However, after a year the surface may look dirty, and so you may want to clean it and re-seal it. Again, after you clean the surface, splash some water on it and see whether the previous seal still holds.

Product description

16 ounce concentrate makes 1 gallon of commercial-grade water Repellent when mixed with clean water.  this easy-to-use spray-on formula provides long-lasting protection for your exterior wood projects including:  decking, wood fence, gondolas/pergolas, plywood, wood siding, wood shingles, etc. This product differs from most water repellents because of its vapor transmission abilities which allow for long-term product and substrate performance.  this allows substrates to still cure and prevents moisture from being trapped which can lead to a rapid degradation of the substrate. .

• Liquid concentrate formula makes 1 gallon of commercial grade water proofer
• Ideal for use on wood decking, wood fences, plywood, wood shingles, wood siding and much more
• Protects against water damage, oil, stains, mold, mildew, de-icing salts, and pool/spa chemicals
• Water-based, non-toxic, non-flammable formula does not harm landscape plantings
• Vapor permeable (breathable) water proofer can be used on new wood

User questions & answers

Question:	I already put linseed oil on my pine joists (in my shower) over a year ago now. Could I now put this product on for a better waterproof seal
Answer:	I don't see why not. It has been a year. If it was only a few months, I would not use it.
Question:	Can this be used on outdoor cedar furniture to seal and maintain the woods natural color
Answer:	I have not tried cedar specifically but so far the all the other types of wood have kept their original color. There was a little bit of a whitish film right after application but that went away after it soaked in.
Question:	If i use this on a trellis made of new pine 2x4s, how long can i reasonably expect it to last? when will i want to to reapply? no ground contact
Answer:	If you apply the product generously and then come back before it dries and do another light application you should get a minimum of 3 years and most likely 5 years.
Question:	I have made a wooden sink cover for my kitchen. Would this product keep the wood from warping/taking on water damage
Answer:	We used this product in the back of a box truck. The floor has been wet many times over the last year and the wood has held up great. We have no warping or damage. Good luck.

Product description

Thompson's Water Seal waterproofing stain - transparent provides complete outdoor wood protection. It waterproofs long after the initial water beading is gone.

• Prevents Water Damage
• Advanced Polymers Provide Fade Resistant Color
• Coating Resists Mildew and UV Damage
• Applies to Freshly Cleaned Damp or Dry Wood
• Exceeds Industry Standard ASTM D-4446 for Waterproofing Wood

User questions & answers

Question:	Can this product be applied with a pump sprayer
Answer:	I used a pump sprayer with no problems.
Question:	What size is this product
Answer:	Mine came in a Gallon can
Question:	Can this be applied by roller please and thanks
Answer:	Yes, I applied mine with a roller.
Question:	when should i repeate? 1 year 2year
Answer:	The first application was to a rather long ignored deck, say 5 or so years. I am about to redo it this spring, less than two years later. No idea of how long it will hold on what had been a very thirsty deck, but I hope two to three years.

Product features

The Thompson's Company has earned a well-deserved reputation as identifying industry trends and emerging technologies.

In the early 1920’s, polymer chemist Edward Addis Thompson developed a formula that protected buildings from exterior water damage. His discovery became known as Thompson's WaterSeal Clear Multi-Surface Waterproofer and initially was used by architectural and construction firms for concrete applications.