What oil do you use for merbau?
We recommend Natural/Light Oak with a touch of Jarrah decking oil due to the minimal use of pigments which helps prevent further darkening of your timbers. A good natural decking oil will showcase your timber whilst giving strong UV protection.
What is the best finish for merbau decking?
Dexpress comes in natural, Merbau stain and stain tint. The Merbau stain is usually the most preferred for Merbau timber as it increases performance and can also hide imperfections.
Do you need to oil merbau decking?
While merbau is one of the timbers that contains an abundance of natural essential oils that keep it organically preserved, the benefit of treating it further with oils is that the oils will replace the natural ones as time goes on, and allow the timber decking to further thrive.
Is it better to stain or oil decking?
Whether you should oil or stain will come down to what you want from your deck. A stain will improve the appearance of the deck, but oil will better help preserve its condition.
How long do you leave merbau decking to bleed before oiling?
It is preferable to allow it to weather for 6-8 weeks, or wash it regularly with fresh water if under cover for about the same period. It’s the water that bleeds the resins out of the timber.
Can you leave merbau decking untreated?
Overall, Merbau decking has been known to withstand up to 40 years of life in a home before becoming susceptible to decay. In some cases, decay may start around 15 years, which considering that the timber can be used untreated—is a long time.
Can you pressure wash Merbau?
Softwood like pine or cedar can only withstand 500 psi to 600 psi, whereas hardwoods like Jarrah, Spotted Gum and Merbau can sustain pressures up to 1,200 psi. If you’re not sure which type of wood you have, speak with a professional pressure cleaner for a free quote.
Can you leave Merbau decking untreated?
Should you oil both sides of decking?
Timber decking MUST BE PRE-OILED prior to installation. The boards need to be coated on all faces, edges and ends with a quality penetrating oil such as Cutek CD50. Be sure that all side and end grooves are well oiled. Any cuts made during installation need to be oiled while fixing.
How many coats of decking oil should I apply?
two coats
With decking oil, two coats are usually sufficient, but a third coat can be applied for longer-lasting protection. It can take up to seven days after application for a decking oil to be fully cured, but the deck will be functionally dry well before this.
Which deck oil lasts the longest?
Intergrain UltraDeck Timber Oil lasts 3x longer than traditional oil based decking oils. Higher levels of pigment mean UltraDeck Timber Stain will last even longer. Intergrain UltraDeck Timber Oil lasts 3x longer than traditional oil based decking oils.
Can you oil a deck at night?
The same rules apply; it’s best to wait until your deck is cool to coat it, as that’s when stains and oils penetrate it best. Don’t coat your deck if it’s under the beating sun; either wait for an overcast day or until the sun isn’t directly on the wood.
Should you oil new decking straight away?
For best results we recommend you oil your timber deck every six to 12 months. This will ensure longevity and keep your deck looking great. If you’ve just had your new timber deck installed it may be tempting to oil it straight away to give it that glistening shine, but you may need to let it weather beforehand.
How long do you leave Merbau decking to bleed before oiling?
Can I oil my deck at night?
Do I need to clean deck before oiling?
However, when it comes to deck oiling, it’s important not to skimp on one crucial step – cleaning your deck thoroughly before you apply oil. Any dust, dirt or grime left on the timber will keep the oil from soaking in and may ruin the look of your deck completely.
Why is my deck sticky after oiling?
What’s the problem? If the decking oil you’re applying has gone sticky and isn’t being absorbed properly, your number one reason – assuming it’s new decking – might be the type of wood the decking is made of. If it’s a brand new deck, is it made from hardwood? If so, it might already be naturally oily.
What if it rains after I oil my deck?
Stains and oils penetrate wood best when it’s cool and dry. If it rains within 48 hours of applying a treatment, the water will soak into the wood, and try and displace the stain. This can cause a blotchy, flaky look, rather than a smooth, even, coat.