Epoxy or Resin Paints for Outdoor Wood Deck

jsheridan

What layer does it peel down to, the previous layer of stain or bare wood?

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CruiseDivaNJ

Bare wood....

CruiseDivaNJ

Any one else with suggestions?

jsheridan

Hi Diva, since the stain is failing down to the wood, the initial coat is failing. It may or may not be a deck wide failure, but localized. However, the failed areas will continue to expand as moisture penetrates the now exposed wood. You didn't give us an extent so it's hard to tell. You can strip the deck, at least the horizontals, prepare the exposed wood and refinish. Or, you can do a good sanding of the failing areas and refinish. You're looking to do a start over using a high tech finish, so what you need to do to prepare for that finish is going to be determined by what the manufacturer specifies. You need to find a product you think you can believe in first. I asked what part of NJ are you from, I'm outside Cape May. When I suggested hiring a pro deck outfit, this is why I did. Go to this page and scroll down for the pics. http://www.painttalk.com/f6/behr-acr...removal-13283/

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dobbsj

I built a screened porch using vertical grain fir exposed framing. All six sides of the fir were coated with two or three coats of marine epoxy by West System with sanding between coats. I also is used to glue all the framing members together just like a boat is built. On top of this I primed and painted with white paint. After several years it still looks great. And cleans easily. But it is a very expensive and labor consuming way to go. And can be somewhat dangerous to use if you are not trained in its use. I would never recommend epoxy on deck wood unless all six sides are coated. But if you want a boat deck like appearance it is possible if you use the right materials. If you do you must use a UV acceptable catalyst and top coat of marine grade varnish. I would use stone for decks though. Less expensive in the long run.

CruiseDivaNJ

We live near Princeton. I think it would be the best decision to strip the deck and refinish it NOT using latex stain! The peeling is too widespread on the horizontal areas. It really should be done the right way anyway!

I KNOW IT WILL LOOK GREAT!

Thanks for sending me over to painttalk.com, appreciate it.

CruiseDivaNJ

I dont think Im looking for the finish you're describing, but thanks so much for your reply!

CruiseDivaNJ