Do you need to prime composite decking before painting?

• <div><p>It’s best to prime composite decking before painting. This promotes better paint adhesion, helps create a smooth finish, and can mean the paint job will last longer. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for application, allow ample primer drying time before painting (typically 24 to 48 hours), and thoroughly clean the deck boards to promote the best adhesion. </p></div>

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Q: Do you need to prime composite decking before painting?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s best to prime composite decking before painting. This promotes better paint adhesion, helps create a smooth finish, and can mean the paint job will last longer. Always follow the manufacturer&rsquo;s instructions for application, allow ample primer drying time before painting (typically 24 to 48 hours), and thoroughly clean the deck boards to promote the best adhesion. </p></div>

Q: Do I need to clean my deck before staining?

• <div><p>Yes, you need to thoroughly clean the deck surface before <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-stain-a-deck.htm">staining your deck</a>. Dirt, debris, and mildew can settle on the surface of your wood. If you do not properly clean it, these stains will get trapped between the wood and the stain. Not only does this present an unsightly surface, but your wood will only partially be protected by the stain, meaning you'll need to stain again sooner.</p></div>

Q: Do I need to sand an old deck before staining?

• <div><p>In most cases, sanding an old deck before staining it is necessary to achieve a decent finish. If your old deck has a relatively new stain finish on it and you're only doing touch-ups, you can generally skip the sanding part. However, if your goal is to make the deck look and function better, sanding first is a must. </p></div>

Q: Will a second coat of stain even out?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-stain-wood.htm">Adding a second coat of stain to wood</a> can even out the color to some extent, but it won't drastically alter the hue if the initial application is too light or too dark. It's more effective at enhancing the richness of the color rather than significantly changing it. Ensure the first coat is dry before applying the second.</p></div>

Q: Do decks need to be primed before painting?

• <div><p>Unless you&rsquo;re using a 2-in-1 formula or painting over an existing coat of paint, it pays to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/quick-primer-interior-painting.htm">apply a coat of primer</a> ahead of your new paint. Decks see a lot of footfall and exposure to extreme and sudden temperature changes and moisture levels. The primer promotes better paint adhesion, moisture repellency, and a smoother finish, which means you&rsquo;ll often need fewer coats of paint. </p></div>

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WOW..........What a wonderful experience. Adam was wonderful at listening to my ideas and wants. Adam offered his advice on some changes that he thought would help the project and ad excellent aesthetics (Looks) . Excellent use of time for each aspect of the project. Adam used every thing...
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Reviewed in September 2019
it went well..very courteous. my only wish is that when they vacuumed that it would have been nice if they had cleaned the baseboard carpet area. I had most of the vacuuming done but not the hallway and noticed when i was replacing the items of furniture that it had not been shampooed or...
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Reviewed in April 2017
Amazing. Our renters had been very rough on the carpet. And we thought we might have to replace it. Sean was able to get all the stains out and now it looks and smells like new! As far as I am concerned, Klean Dry is the only option for carpet/furniture cleaning in the Albuquerque area. I am...
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Reviewed in September 2014
This was the 5th roofer I had out for an estimate. After getting some run-arounds from other companies, I was feeling pretty discouraged. At first it seemed like this was going to be another disappointment--he missed our first estimation appointment. However, unlike anyone else I had talked to,...
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Reviewed in March 2014
They used a special device and removed almost all of the stain. Their work is well worth the price.
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Reviewed in May 2013
My wife and I met Al through friends of ours. I told him I had some ideas and I wanted to have an awesome deck and patio built. We setup a day and time to meet and Al came by to survey the property. I can't recall all the exact details in the correct order but I'll do my best here. At some...
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Reviewed in March 2013
Other than having my deck covered twice, it was an average job.
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Reviewed in July 2012
Arrived within time frame. Very friendly and professional. Asked to see all of the areas to be cleaned. As I needed to get back into our Great Room quickly (due to disability) they did the area where I sit first thing and got me back in there within 15 minutes. They went in each area...
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