Leaderboard

I would like to add that there are situations and conditions one needs to consider when recommending a either water or oil based. Taking into account these 'environmental' factors will help you to avoid some problems but not all. Hottubs on a deck for example. This could lead to high mildew growth on many oil based products and make it harder to clean and maintain, whereas an acrylic would fair better, be easier to clean and maintain and last longer. North facing decks are a great candidate for acrylics. South facing decks are going to require oils. Why? Well, northern facing decks tend to be more shaded and have a higher probability of mildew growth. Acrylics can perform better and last longer in these situations which equates to longer intervals between maintenance (except for light cleaning by the h.o.) Oil based products are a benefit for the sun baked decks and while they perform differently according to formulation, they are easier to maintain than acrylics which would peel and flake in these conditions, especially on the floors. Acrylics work great on the rails, but oil is better on the floors. This is another way to save the customer on maintenance. Limit their maintenance to the horizontals and make the verticals last longer. This of course equates to a 2-tone price application but in the long run, it is worth it for the customer and the deck. Rod

This forum was built by wood geeks and we can't help but appreciate fine craftsmanship and are very quick to compliment when we see it. With the age of automation and mass production, work like yours is becoming a rarity. Thanks for sharing. Rod