I wonder what the difference is in using Thompson water sealer (or similar brand) and a clear oil based stain? What is the major difference?What is the best type of sealer to use on outdoor decks after they have been power washed?
Thompson Water seal is the best the difference is once that you put the clear oil based stain on it you have to reapply it after a couple of years, it just doesn't hold up to the weather. Oil based products do not do good outdoors espicially paint it will always crack on you and then you can never cover the crack unless you take it down to bare wood.What is the best type of sealer to use on outdoor decks after they have been power washed?
thompson isn't worth the powder it'd take to blow it to he11.
if you want clear use a boiled linseed oil and mineral spirits mix...dispose of all masking and rags by imersion in water (the solution is combustible via spontaneous combustion).
or use a product called Penofen available at any commercial paint store dealing with Coronado paints and such as that. (i don't think sherwin williams dealers deal the stuff nor do porter or benjamin moore in this area). Penofen is gawdawful smelly and ruins the clothes you wear when you are applying it, but it penetrates deep into the wood and preserves a long time, probably the best product on the market for what you want to do.
i hate the stuff because i apply alot of it, but i will use it on my own place because i won't have to do it very often at all.
All of the clear deck sealers are made from some form of parafin wax. They last anywhere from 3 months to a year. For longer lasting results try a stain with some color to it. You can get a stain with a semi-transparent color and it should last from 1 - 3 years. One of the best on the market is Sikkens SRD. SRD stand for Siding, Roofs and Decks. I will say this for the Sikkens, It is expensive but worth the money when you consider how often you have to reapply other sealers or stains. If you want to test your deck to see if it needs resealed try this. Drop 1 or two drops of water on the deck if it beads up the sealer is still good if it soaks right in you need to re-seal the deck. Hope this helps
a stain (oil based) does exactly that..stain the wood.it does not typically add protection unless a sealer is added with it.sealer (water based or water clean-up)is typically clear although it does come tinted.so really there isnt a lot of difference.i like sealers as they show more of the natural wood grain.
Thompson's water sealer for decks is fantastic, lasts for years
Thursday, December 24, 2009
How much would you expect to pay for power washing and stain treatment of an average size deck?
Average 3 bedroom ranch in Northern New Jersey, deck is maybe 25 x 10 maybe a little largerHow much would you expect to pay for power washing and stain treatment of an average size deck?
jquigg09
$500. Maybe a little larger.
Maybe a little smaller.
jquigg09
$500. Maybe a little larger.
Maybe a little smaller.
How long do you wait between power washing a deck and staining and sealing?
I did the whole procedure last year but when it would rain the water still soaked into the deck and now it is moldy and green in some areas.How long do you wait between power washing a deck and staining and sealing?
Ok you need to let it sit any where from 24 up to a week depending on the weather and the humidity of your area now i know that most people use Thompson's water seal to coat their decks but i want to suggest using a product call sikkens it is a little more costly than Thompson's but it lasts longer.
it is a top of the line product that can be found in your paint store ( not home depot or Lowe's ) i have 16 years in home improvement and i have tried it all
and found that sikkens works bestHow long do you wait between power washing a deck and staining and sealing?
I sprinkle Ajax ( or Comet) on my deck when it starts to rain. Then I shuffle my feet as I walk across it.
The grit adds traction, and the mold comes off.
Looks like green paste.
Then the rain washes it away.
(You could substitute a hose if it's not predicted to rain).
The good thing about abrasive cleaners is the grit gives you traction. It's like putting salt on snow and ice.
pressure wash it again and stain and seal as soon as it's drydermatitis
Ok you need to let it sit any where from 24 up to a week depending on the weather and the humidity of your area now i know that most people use Thompson's water seal to coat their decks but i want to suggest using a product call sikkens it is a little more costly than Thompson's but it lasts longer.
it is a top of the line product that can be found in your paint store ( not home depot or Lowe's ) i have 16 years in home improvement and i have tried it all
and found that sikkens works bestHow long do you wait between power washing a deck and staining and sealing?
I sprinkle Ajax ( or Comet) on my deck when it starts to rain. Then I shuffle my feet as I walk across it.
The grit adds traction, and the mold comes off.
Looks like green paste.
Then the rain washes it away.
(You could substitute a hose if it's not predicted to rain).
The good thing about abrasive cleaners is the grit gives you traction. It's like putting salt on snow and ice.
pressure wash it again and stain and seal as soon as it's dry
Hi, im power washing my vinyl siding, how close can I get to the wires coming from the street to clean mold?
Mold is on the vinyl siding but very close to where the wires attach to home.Hi, im power washing my vinyl siding, how close can I get to the wires coming from the street to clean mold?
I wouldn't blast water right onto the connection, but it should be sealed to the weather. So you should be able to go right up to the wire.
But in saying that once you get close, rubber gloves and rubber boots might be wise.
I wouldn't blast water right onto the connection, but it should be sealed to the weather. So you should be able to go right up to the wire.
But in saying that once you get close, rubber gloves and rubber boots might be wise.
Does the Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Stress Control Power-Foam Wash really work?
i'm thinking about buying it and i wanted to know if you reccomend it. i'm stressed out A LOT. when i get acne i get those irritating whiteheads and the regular pimple every-so-often. i want to keep my skin nice and acne free. is this a good product to use?Does the Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Stress Control Power-Foam Wash really work?
Go for the scrub.
I like it better then the foam.
And yes, it really does work!
I used it for a month or so, and my face looked amazing.
And just last week I ran out, and my face started breaking out again, and my pores were showing more.
But right after I bought it again, the pimples started disapearing and my skin looks great again.
You probably wont notice much of a change until the 2nd week or so.
But, you FEEL it cleaning your skin.
The beads rub off dead skin, and the formula gets in really deep and cleanses your skin. Once you rinse off your face feels so clean.
You know when your mouth feels cool after you rinse out your mouth with mouthwash, or after eating a mint?
Your face has that cold, tingly feeling.
Its a great product.
I like it much better then the foam.Does the Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Stress Control Power-Foam Wash really work?
listen to this, there is a good rule which say if you can eat it then you can put it in your skin. To clear your acne you must begin from inside out. Acne and pimples are a deficiency of vitamin A, so if you eat carrots everyday during a month you'll see result trust me. And when I say eat you need to eat even when you are sleeping if necessary. Somehow a large amount of Vitamin A makes your body work against acne. If that doesn't work then go to a dermatologist and tell her or him to prescribe you Roaccutane, it will cure you for life but is very expensive.
the only reason you would think that this or any other acne wash would work is because you have it in your mind set that it will because you read on the label that it would. a lot of people would believe just about anything when they see it in writing. its best to de-stress your self, body and mind first and this will clear up your face. go out and relax at the beach, take a long walk in a park, eat an ice cream cone with your kids. laugh a lot. exercise ,meditate. these things are stress relievers and a natural way to do it.. adding chemicals to your face with cleansers will just upset the natural balance of your skin and there for make it worse.
take my advice and don't use it or any other cleansers on your face including bar soap. it will clog the pours. also when you shampoo your hair make sure you wash your face off with a clean wash cloth and clean water right after while you still in the shower. the rresidue from the shampoo and cream rinse will clog your pours as well if left there after your shower.
cheers
mystic
I doubt, and have wasted much of my money on neutrogena cleansers and moisturizers. My experience with using neutrogena cleansers... yeah my skin appears cleaner but made my appearance ( I guess more as in looks) look worst. I more so experience with their moisturizers skin tightening or oily face which also makes my overall appearance worst. Then buying neutrogena deep relaxer ( for hair, which I no longer use... and manage to get my hair to start looking better without) broke my skin out badly. I don't know if this means I have sensitive skin or what, but I really would like to find another name brand and try their sensitive skin products. I just find it hard to buy another neutrogena product.
Not really but everyone is different
Go for the scrub.
I like it better then the foam.
And yes, it really does work!
I used it for a month or so, and my face looked amazing.
And just last week I ran out, and my face started breaking out again, and my pores were showing more.
But right after I bought it again, the pimples started disapearing and my skin looks great again.
You probably wont notice much of a change until the 2nd week or so.
But, you FEEL it cleaning your skin.
The beads rub off dead skin, and the formula gets in really deep and cleanses your skin. Once you rinse off your face feels so clean.
You know when your mouth feels cool after you rinse out your mouth with mouthwash, or after eating a mint?
Your face has that cold, tingly feeling.
Its a great product.
I like it much better then the foam.Does the Neutrogena Oil-Free Acne Stress Control Power-Foam Wash really work?
listen to this, there is a good rule which say if you can eat it then you can put it in your skin. To clear your acne you must begin from inside out. Acne and pimples are a deficiency of vitamin A, so if you eat carrots everyday during a month you'll see result trust me. And when I say eat you need to eat even when you are sleeping if necessary. Somehow a large amount of Vitamin A makes your body work against acne. If that doesn't work then go to a dermatologist and tell her or him to prescribe you Roaccutane, it will cure you for life but is very expensive.
the only reason you would think that this or any other acne wash would work is because you have it in your mind set that it will because you read on the label that it would. a lot of people would believe just about anything when they see it in writing. its best to de-stress your self, body and mind first and this will clear up your face. go out and relax at the beach, take a long walk in a park, eat an ice cream cone with your kids. laugh a lot. exercise ,meditate. these things are stress relievers and a natural way to do it.. adding chemicals to your face with cleansers will just upset the natural balance of your skin and there for make it worse.
take my advice and don't use it or any other cleansers on your face including bar soap. it will clog the pours. also when you shampoo your hair make sure you wash your face off with a clean wash cloth and clean water right after while you still in the shower. the rresidue from the shampoo and cream rinse will clog your pours as well if left there after your shower.
cheers
mystic
I doubt, and have wasted much of my money on neutrogena cleansers and moisturizers. My experience with using neutrogena cleansers... yeah my skin appears cleaner but made my appearance ( I guess more as in looks) look worst. I more so experience with their moisturizers skin tightening or oily face which also makes my overall appearance worst. Then buying neutrogena deep relaxer ( for hair, which I no longer use... and manage to get my hair to start looking better without) broke my skin out badly. I don't know if this means I have sensitive skin or what, but I really would like to find another name brand and try their sensitive skin products. I just find it hard to buy another neutrogena product.
Not really but everyone is different
My Tappan washer will not run, it seems like it is not getting power. It quit in the middle of a wash.?
The outlet has power. Help!My Tappan washer will not run, it seems like it is not getting power. It quit in the middle of a wash.?
Probably blew a fuse on the washer.. or maybe you blew a fuse on the power box..My Tappan washer will not run, it seems like it is not getting power. It quit in the middle of a wash.?
Clothes or dish? If clothes check the switch that the lid pushes down when you close it. This switch must be engaged to continue operating. I found the tab on the lid of mine to be broken so I jammed a short screwdriver in to hold the switch down!
Check the breaker box and see if anything has tripped.
Probably blew a fuse on the washer.. or maybe you blew a fuse on the power box..My Tappan washer will not run, it seems like it is not getting power. It quit in the middle of a wash.?
Clothes or dish? If clothes check the switch that the lid pushes down when you close it. This switch must be engaged to continue operating. I found the tab on the lid of mine to be broken so I jammed a short screwdriver in to hold the switch down!
Check the breaker box and see if anything has tripped.
Has anyone tried the NEUTROGENA stress control power foam wash?
ONLY ANSWER IF YOU HAVE ACTUALLY TRIED IT. did you like it? and did it help with breakouts? please heeeellllpppHas anyone tried the NEUTROGENA stress control power foam wash?
OMG YES!!!!!!! i use the whole kit of stress control and yes it absolutely works! it has a great clean feeling and it smells really good. it also keep makeup from getting clogged in your pores which is important if you use foundation. the only downside is my face got used to it because i used it for a year so i had to switch. but i definately reccomend it. hope i helped! acne be gone!Has anyone tried the NEUTROGENA stress control power foam wash?
I have tried it and it wasn't one of my favorite products, i didn't even finish using the bottle...I think it is still in my bathroom drawer. Anyways I think it is just not exfoliating enough for me, it didn't make my face feel clean.
Anyways my favorite thing to cleanse with is St. Ives apricot scrub it is amazing! I don't know what it does but I started breaking out less and when I did breakout the spots were smaller. It also gives your skin a nice glow.
yes i have tried it and it worked. I mostly have acne on my t-zone and it clearned most of it up. you really have to do it every moring and night but i do truly like it. it works better then the one i tried before it. And it has controled to nicely! :)
ps; it also smells really good too me!
Pss: plz pick as best answer! :)
I might make you mad but I have not tried it. BUT, I love all of Neeutrogenas' products. I use some of their lotion and their face wash too. Everything I try from them is top notch.
OMG YES!!!!!!! i use the whole kit of stress control and yes it absolutely works! it has a great clean feeling and it smells really good. it also keep makeup from getting clogged in your pores which is important if you use foundation. the only downside is my face got used to it because i used it for a year so i had to switch. but i definately reccomend it. hope i helped! acne be gone!Has anyone tried the NEUTROGENA stress control power foam wash?
I have tried it and it wasn't one of my favorite products, i didn't even finish using the bottle...I think it is still in my bathroom drawer. Anyways I think it is just not exfoliating enough for me, it didn't make my face feel clean.
Anyways my favorite thing to cleanse with is St. Ives apricot scrub it is amazing! I don't know what it does but I started breaking out less and when I did breakout the spots were smaller. It also gives your skin a nice glow.
yes i have tried it and it worked. I mostly have acne on my t-zone and it clearned most of it up. you really have to do it every moring and night but i do truly like it. it works better then the one i tried before it. And it has controled to nicely! :)
ps; it also smells really good too me!
Pss: plz pick as best answer! :)
I might make you mad but I have not tried it. BUT, I love all of Neeutrogenas' products. I use some of their lotion and their face wash too. Everything I try from them is top notch.
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