If you crave a home that appears a bit more elevated, keep in mind that there are many ways that you can restyle items that you already own to make your house look and feel brand new.
06.09.2024 - 23:46 / thespruce.com / Sarah Lyon
If you're considering painting your deck, be mindful that experts are extremely opposed to this practice for a number of reasons.
Below, they delve into the risks associated with painting a deck, which include the presence of moisture, the fact that painted, high-traffic flooring can be difficult to maintain, and more, as detailed below.
Many experts note that because a deck will retain moisture, it is not compatible with paint.
«Unlike the walls of your home, a deck lays flat horizontally, meaning it is easier for water to pool on your deck,» Kelly Mardis, the owner of Marcel Painting. «Prolonged exposure to pooled water will cause the paint on your deck to crack over time.»
Paint is likely to peel on a wood surface such as a deck, Doug Greene, owner and operator at Signature Properties, explains. Whether it's spruce, cedar, pine, or Douglas fir, Greene explains how they chip or bubble over time when it's applied on exterior applications like a deck.
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Painting your deck is going to take time and effort, and unfortunately, your hard work may quickly go unnoticed due to the normal wear and tear that any deck experiences. Unless you want to constantly be touching up your deck, you are better off leaving it unpainted, pros say.
Sallie Lord, the founder of GreyHunt Interiors, explains how although it may initially look amazing, it will begin to show scuffs and its fresh crispness after a year.
Mardis agrees and explains how you will use your deck often which can lead to people walking on it, guests dropping food, and outdoor furniture scraping it. It may be worth skipping the paint so
If you crave a home that appears a bit more elevated, keep in mind that there are many ways that you can restyle items that you already own to make your house look and feel brand new.
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