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| Any coating that is “clear”, i.e., without pigment, will not provide protection against UV exposure. A finish coating must contain pigment in order to block, absorb or reflect damaging UV rays. Coating pigment protects your deck's surface much like sunblock lotion protects your skin: both prevent the top surface layer from drying out and aging prematurely. | | When dry, oil-base products will provide a deeper, shinier finish on the deck surface, while water-base products produce a flat, or matte appearance. Be sure to follow the product label's directions on recommended number of coats, so that you achieve the product's intended finish look. |
| To protect wood decks or other structures exposed to constant shade, which promotes the growth of mildew, consider using a water-repellent coating with a preservative. The preservative will give your deck added protection against fungi growth, including mildew, mold, rot and decay organisms. | | To protect wood decks or other structures exposed to severe heat and sun exposure, use an acrylic stain with transparent iron oxide or opaque pigments. Coatings with this make-up will provide your deck with longer color retention than transparent stains or toners, giving your wood maximum protection against graying and surface degradation. |
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