[white25rs]

Needing to do a light remodel on my home before I sell it. The deck hasnt been touched in probably 10 years. I'm curious if its worth sanding and painting, or if I should just have a truck drop off a load of cedar boards and redo it all. Deck is roughly 12'x12'

Seeking feedback/thoughts. Trying to keep this as cheap as possible.


Thanks!

 

[u2slow]

Flake off the loose stuff and repaint. That is the cheapest.

I left my PT deck bare because I dislike the look of peeling paint... and have enough things to paint already. :smile:

 

[white25rs]

Thanks!

 

[Nealtw]

Needing to do a light remodel on my home before I sell it. The deck hasnt been touched in probably 10 years. I'm curious if its worth sanding and painting, or if I should just have a truck drop off a load of cedar boards and redo it all. Deck is roughly 12'x12'

Seeking feedback/thoughts. Trying to keep this as cheap as possible.


Thanks!

A deck with age needs to be gone over and repair all that is needed, unless you are going to do the job properly, stay with the paint, it is more honest.

 

[ron45]

I would just do the best you can with it to make it look decent.

The new owners may have different plans then you so you would be spending money for nothing.

 

[Oso954]

I wouldn't be surprised to see that deck written up on the home inspection.

The railing system definately isn't current code. I'd consider the railings to be a hazard if the potential buyer has children.

Makes me wonder about how the rest of it is built.

So I'd definately keep your efforts/expenses to a minimum freshening up.

 

[u2slow]

I wouldn't be surprised to see that deck written up on the home inspection.

Home inspections are a joke. Don't let that thinking dissuade you from prettying up the place.

 

[Old Thomas]

I would pressure wash it, let it dry and put on a coat of solid color stain. If the railings are unacceptable to the buyer, either make a small concession or fix them. Home inspectors are paid to find stuff for the buyers. If they note the railings, maybe something else will slide by.

 

[kaehlin]

I would just pressure wash it, make sure it has a chance to thoroughly dry out, and stain. If there are boards that are spongy or missing, they may need repair - otherwise, I think it will look pretty good. Not quite as nice as a newer deck, but fine for most buyers and not likely to be an issue.

 

[ron45]

There was a time when spindles was not supposed to be on a handicap deck.

A persons foot could get caught resulting in broken toes, foot, ankle, even flipping the chair.
So now I guess it can't happen, spindles just move right out of the way.

 

[Missouri Bound]

Clean it up the best you can and stain it.
A deck that size won't affect the sale of your home.
No reason to drop a lot of cash into it.