hi all

after some months of deliberation and planning (and saving!!), our new decking has now been installed round our saltwater pool. it is quitea large area (was told about 30m2). originally, becasue of cost, we were going to try and do it ourselves, but decided to get the professionals in to do it.

i originally wanted merbau, but was talked into TP.

OH (a painter and decorator) wants to get some protection on it asap.

my first question is, are we okay doing this, or do we need to wait awhile first?

my second question is, oil or stain? i like the look of merbau, but i dont was it to look 'false'. i have been lurking on here for some months, and have noticed a few mentioned - Feast Watson/Spa'n'deck, and my husband has mentioned staining it with Sikkens.

any hints or suggections wouild be greatly appreciated


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