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Name:	noagenda -	Reply
Subject:	seeking advice
Date:	8/21/2009 10:11:55 AM

Just had a new pier and floating dock installed. I want to make sure it last. Any advice on process? I was thinking about applying a sealant with some stain pigment so it was not discolor and war with elements. Sound right?

Name:	LonghornBoater -	Reply
Subject:	seeking advice
Date:	8/21/2009 10:19:36 AM

I have considered staining mine as well. However everytime I see one tha has been stained it looks kind of un-natural. Not to mention that the darker color seems to hold heat and just look hot! I know people recommend against it but I just pressure wash mine each spring and it seems to be doing fine. Plus it forces me to do a real close inspection of he structure and repair any problems before they get too serious.

Name:	ot -	Reply
Subject:	seeking advice
Date:	8/21/2009 10:53:28 AM

we use Behr deck seal (at HomeDepot)...it has a slight color. the wood looks very natural. it comes in different colors. the # we used is actually transparent...the wood grain shows through nicely. we use a Behr cleaner and conditioner on the wood before we pressure wash. (the seal has to be applied with care, any mistake shows up!)

Name:	Samdog -	Reply
Subject:	seeking advice
Date:	8/21/2009 11:20:42 AM

My neighbor had someone out spraying his waterfront structures a week or so ago and the overspray was going all in the lake. Doesn't seem like a good idea to me.

Name:	Pontoonfisher -	Reply
Subject:	seeking advice
Date:	8/21/2009 11:57:49 AM

It's an after thought but did you consider synthetic decking. It's more expensive but maintenance free

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Name:	noagenda -	Reply
Subject:	thanks to everyone!
Date:	8/21/2009 12:29:15 PM

Name:	twc -	Reply
Subject:	thanks to everyone!
Date:	8/21/2009 12:46:44 PM

I stained mine with Behr 4 years ago. It's a dark chocolate color and tho it looks nice from a distance. I hate it! It's hot, as someone mentioned. And you have to roll it on and as some else mentioned, every mistake is very visable.

Use a natural behr sealer and enjoy. I can't wait for mine to need to be rebuilt but the darn yella wood is supposed to last longer than I will. We'll see.

Peace,
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TC

Name:	Summer Lover -	Reply
Subject:	seeking advice
Date:	8/21/2009 1:15:07 PM

We went with an opaque stain on the deck about 4 years ago (cannot remember brand), it needs to be redone, but has good longevity. I would NOT use anything like that on a pier - it is VERY hot on bare feet. Also agree with application when the water is down.

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