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DECK MAKEOVERS HANNIGAN’S PAINT SPECTRUM PUBLICATION
Deck Makeovers
For many people, summer time is deck time! They can’t wait to get outdoors to entertain friends or host a family get-together.
Having a gorgeous deck makes an outdoor soirée even more enjoyable. So, what do you do to make your deck the best place to be this summer? Pick the best wood paint for the job, Arborcoat© Waterborne Exterior Paint Stain for wood exteriors.
Having a gorgeous deck makes an outdoor soirée even more enjoyable. So, what do you do to make your deck the best place to be this summer?
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Coat It to Perfection Start by picking a wood paint that will works best for your deck—and for you. Decks are a perennial favourite with homeowners —despite the maintenance commitments—because nothing beats the beauty of natural wood.
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A translucent or semi-transparent stain will allow the natural grain to show through.
A translucent or semitransparent stain will allow the natural grain to show through. On the other hand, an opaque coating will allow you to enjoy the deck with fewer re-coats over the years. You just need to decide what you like best—a more natural appearance or less maintenance.
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You just need to decide what you like best—a more natural appearance or less maintenance. In both cases, deck stains come in a variety of colours to meet the preferences of consumers —everything from subtle greys and birches to dark greens
A opaque coating will allow you to enjoy the deck with fewer recoats over the years.
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royal blues. Arborcoat© Waterborne Exterior Stain, plus choices of Sikkens© Stain and Saman© products allow you to turn your current dream projects into a physical reality.
Trend in Deck Wood A major trend in the decking world is the use of exotic woods like mahogany, ipe, teak and pau. Once only used for interior flooring and furniture, they are now commonly used on exterior decking. These woods are more
Look for products made especially for these exotic woods to keep the deck looking gorgeous until it’s time to restain again, like Saman that will accentuate their beauty.
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Decks can really come alive if you select an eye-catching colour scheme.
expensive than traditional woods like pine and cedar, so it’s important to protect them with wood paint like Saman that will accentuate their beauty. Look for products made especially for these exotic woods to keep the deck looking gorgeous until it’s time to re-stain again.
Create an Eye-Catching Color Scheme Decks can really come alive if you select an eye-catching colour scheme. As an example, you can do your deck floor boards in a brown or cedar and do the railings and balusters in a forest green. White railings and balusters also work nicely in contrast with the darker colours you may choose for your deck’s floor. Another popular choice is to do Hannigan’s Paint & Decor
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the railings and floor boards in the same colour (i.e., dark brown or cedar) but to use black metal balusters as a standout element.
A major decorating decision that you’ll need to consider is if you should stain your deck to blend in or contrast with the colour of your home’s siding. There’s no hard-and-fast rule on that. However, contrasting colours often work best—i.e., light siding against the dark wood of your deck. This allows your deck to Last but not least, don’t forget the lighting. Overhead string stand out as a separate living lighting and lanterns add a nice finishing touch. Overhead lighting provides a nice ambience and also allows your deck to space. In some cases, you may be seen in all its glory even after the sun goes down. want the deck’s floor boards to contrast with the siding but have the railings and balusters be close in colour to the siding to tie the look together.
Furnish and Accessorize Once you have the coatings and colour scheme chosen, you’re still not done. You need to complete your outdoor look with fashionable deck furnishings and accessories. Furnish your deck with outdoor chairs, chaises and sofas that provide comfort to friends and families. Today’s outdoor fabrics hold up well to the sun’s rays and wet Hannigan’s Paint & Decor
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weather, which gives you more options to decorate your deck as you would your family room or sun porch. Tables accentuated with a colourful patio umbrella is another way to provide fashion—while also providing protection from the intensity of the summer sun.
Among the accessories that work well on a deck are potted plants and flowers. The greenery of summer flora will likely look great in contrast to the earthy tones of your deck. Additionally, there are a variety of flowers that will add colour nice colour to your deck décor, including pansies, geraniums, petunias and helichrysum.
SAVE TIME WITH PROPER DECK STAIN PREPARATION
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