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How to Clean and Refinish a Wood Deck

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So You Want a New Looking Deck?
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Wood deck refinishing makes your deck look beautiful and improves your home resale value

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Then this is the tutorial you want. A beautifully refinished wood deck not only looks great, protects and extends the life of the wood but it may also help improve the resale value of your home and allow it to sell faster (if that is a goal).

Refinishing a wood deck involves some basic steps such as:

  • Deck Inspection
  • Deck Cleaning
  • Power Washing (deep cleaning)
  • Sanding
  • Staining and Sealing
  • Waste Disposal

In this tutorial I'll walk you through the steps involved in a professional looking deck refinishing job that you will be able to complete yourself. In a weekend or two you can transform a drab tired old wood deck into a vibrant beautiful entertainment area ready for a celebration barbecue!

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