What maintenance does a wood deck need?

• <div><p>A wood deck needs an annual cleaning, plus refinishing every two to three years, which involves <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-sand-deck.htm">sanding the deck</a> and applying stain or sealer. If you have a <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-paint-deck.htm">painted deck</a>, you’ll need to repaint it every 10 years. You should also fix and repair loose or broken deck boards, nails, and screws. Cleaning your deck regularly and applying sealant protects the wood from the elements, water damage, rot, mildew, and fading from the sun.</p></div>

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Q: What is the best way to apply stain?

• <div><p>Your tool of choice ultimately comes down to personal preference. Many DIYers prefer applying stain with a lint-free rag, but others stick with a paint brush or a roller. Wipe the stain and work it into the wood, working with and against the grain. If you&rsquo;re applying multiple coats, allow the stain to dry for around <b>four hours</b> between coats.</p></div>

Q: What are the problems with wood decking?

• <div><p>If you have wood decking, there are several <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/5-common-deck-problems-and-solutions.htm">common deck problems</a> that you might encounter. For example, your natural wood boards may fade over time due to things like sunlight, weather, and debris. On top of that, some types of wood decking can rot, grow mold, and attract destructive pests&mdash;including termites, carpenter ants, and woodpeckers.</p></div>

Q: How long does wood stain take to dry?

• <div><p>Wood stain is usually dry to the touch within 6 to 8 hours, but you should let each coat sit for 24 hours before applying another coat or applying a protective coat over it. If you applied your stain in high humidity or cold temperatures, you may need to wait up to 48 hours for the stain to dry completely.</p></div>

Q: How quickly can staining rags combust?

• <div><p>Here's the deal with leaving used rags covered in oil-based stain lying around in a pile: Depending on the conditions, these rags can take just an hour or up to a few days to combust. The source of ignition is caused by trapped heat that can be compounded if the rags are near a heat source. </p></div>

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Reviewed in July 2025
First time customer but definitely will call again. Sam was so knowledgeable and worked quickly and efficiently. Gave his honest opinion on the condition of our 70-year-old tank! Gave expert opinion and advise. I not only will call them again but will 100% recommend them to everyone on a septic...
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Reviewed in December 2022
K & E contracting, has done a couple jobs for me. The estimates were fair and the work provided was top notch. Travis was there every step of the way and answered any questions I had .I couldnâ t be more happy with the work they did. Highly recommended.!
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Reviewed in July 2020
never returned to stain the decks as contracted to do 3 times when I called Steve he said he will be over never shows. after 8 days and many call, he returned to stain decks when he did work the quality was satisfactory.
Comfort Zone
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Reviewed in August 2014
They did a good job on the carpet and couch. Even threw in a free stain removal which was nice. I would recommend the service.
CLEANTECH CARPET CLEANING
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Reviewed in June 2014
We are usually do it yourself people but our deck is huge and needed serious attention. I am so glad we found Gary. Gary Vargas is one of the hardest workers I have ever seen. He came early and left late, never seemed to take a break, just kept working. He was well prepared with all the...
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Reviewed in February 2009
Detailed a newly purchased used minivan. It used to smell like dog and have stains. The guys came and picked it up at our house and returned it the same day. It took about 5 hours. The van came back as good as new. It smelled great. We will definitely use them again.
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