Sanding, Recoating & Repairs

When DIY Just Won’t Cut It

There comes a point where cleaning alone won’t restore a deck. Professional deck maintenance addresses surface damage, failed coatings and early timber breakdown before complete deck replacement is required.

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What-Done-For-You (DFY) deck maintenance typically includes

• controlled surface cleaning
• sanding to remove damaged coatings
• repair or replacement of isolated boards
• correct coating selection for the area
• application under suitable weather conditions

PHMS only use high-pressure washing on decks when sanding is planned afterwards.

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Why professional prep matters

Poorly prepared decks:

• absorb coatings unevenly
• age faster
• require recoating sooner

Correct preparation extends the life of both timber and finish.

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When to consider DFY deck maintenance

• coating is flaking or patchy
• boards feel rough or fibrous
• mould returns quickly after cleaning
• timber colour is uneven or blotchy

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