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Can I leave decking boards untreated?
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ferry
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Just scrubbed down my decking for the first time as it has come up well.
Now looks like natural wood and I like the finish but I assume I have taken a layer of protection off in the process.
Is it unwise to not treat the decking now or will the wood deteriorate over time if left untreated?
thanks
f
Now looks like natural wood and I like the finish but I assume I have taken a layer of protection off in the process.
Is it unwise to not treat the decking now or will the wood deteriorate over time if left untreated?
thanks
f
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The decking will almost certainly be pressure treated (pt). This process forces chemicals into the wood and you will not have taken a layer off.
It's not vital to seal pt wood but a sealer with UV protection can help to retain its colour.Forgotten but not gone.0 -
If you do re - treat, choose decking oil rather than stain.
Will wear better underfoot.
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