Thread: Deck waterproofing

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I am halfway through building a deck and have two questions:<o></o>

1. I have decided to use deck oil for the deck waterproofing. Should I be oiling the underside of the deck boards before installing?<o></o>

2. I am planning to paint the tops of the joists with an oil based primer. Should I be painting the entire underside of the deck, i.e. Sides of joist and bearers? Or should I be leaving them as raw timber?<o></o>

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Any comments will be appreciated.<o></o>

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Thanks.<o></o>

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Sean<o></o>