How To Clean and Stain Your Deck. (Make your own cleaner)!

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  • @KimmoJaskari
    @KimmoJaskari Рік тому +15

    Oxiclean has as its important ingredient for this use hydrogen percarbonate. That's a bleach, but an oxygen based one, and it doesn't tear the fibers in the wood apart the way normal bleach does. It's a great first step cleaner. After you've done the scrubbing and bleaching, you can then do a second stage and brighten the wood considerably with oxalic acid; apply it on an overcast day on wet wood and give it a little time to work, making sure the wood stays soaked. That's sometimes also called wood bleach. Often used to brighten teak decks on boats even. So first clean, then brighten and after that stain and you get a fantastic end result. The oxalic acid isn't a must, but it lightens the wood noticeably and makes it look great. The final step in my case is wood oil to seal the wood - so not a paint that covers, but an oil that penetrates and rejuvenates the wood. This is why oxalic acid as a second step helps, especially; you bring back the original wood grain, and the oil then gives it a depth and rejuvenates it. If you're going to paint the deck with opaque paint, there's no need for the hydrogen percarbonate, even; just clean the deck with an appropriate detergent and paint it. I for one vastly prefer to see the wood grain and having some depth to the whole thing rather than just paint.

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  Рік тому +3

      This is really good advice for the viewers. Thanks for sharing.

    • @icedteamama176
      @icedteamama176 5 місяців тому

      @@KimmoJaskari any recommendations or suggestions on good oil based semi-transparent stain? We have a 9 year old deck (pressure treated) that’s just been pressure washed. It gets a ton of afternoon sun. Been oil stained twice with TWP. We’re going to use solid color but now having second thoughts. Was thinking Cabot semi-solid or semi-transparent or Sherwin Williams or Ready Seal.

    • @feliciaclark9533
      @feliciaclark9533 3 місяці тому

      I heard from an expert on wood that oxiclean is basically the same thing as oxalic acid. It’s a brightener.

    • @Dejiek
      @Dejiek 2 місяці тому

      Slight correction -- it is sodium percarbonate, not hydrogen percarbonate. Sodium percarbonate mixes with water to form a type of hydrogen peroxide, which is where you might've gotten mixed up. In fact, one can buy straight up sodium percarbonate and mix it themselves with water and it is *much* cheaper and just as effective as using Oxiclean. Great advice about the oxalic. It really brightens the wood up as well as neutralizing the wood.
      I run a pressure washing/softwash company, and I've found that about a 80% sodium percarbonate with 20% sodium metasilicate is a fantastic combination for wood restoration. Sometimes I have to use sodium hydroxide but that's an absolute last resort and is usually used in cold weather.

    • @Dejiek
      @Dejiek 2 місяці тому

      @@feliciaclark9533 Oxiclean is mainly sodium percarbonate, which turns into hydrogen peroxide in water. Percarbonate cleans, oxalic brightens wood and neutralizes bases.

  • @levikim2501
    @levikim2501 3 роки тому +15

    You make things really simple.
    Even no pressure washer needed!!
    Thank you!!

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  3 роки тому

      I hope it helps. Thanks so much for watching.

  • @russklatt9307
    @russklatt9307 3 роки тому +6

    Followed your directions and my deck looks great. cleaned it yesterday and stained it today.

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  3 роки тому

      That’s great. I’m glad it went well. Mine is holding up really well. Thanks so much for watching.

  • @pi1810
    @pi1810 3 місяці тому

    Love, Love, Love. I watch this a couple of times a year! Here I am again. Time flies!

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  3 місяці тому +1

      @@pi1810 time does fly. I just did it again to my deck . So I got 4 years out of the stain. Thanks for watching.

    • @pi1810
      @pi1810 3 місяці тому

      @@DIYGene I don't know why I love Your specific advice video so much, but I DO!

  • @ravenmarie28
    @ravenmarie28 2 роки тому +2

    Thanks for the tips! When the weather gets better I wanna clean up mom's deck. Make it a nice surprise for her

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  2 роки тому

      You are welcome. Thanks so much for watching.

  • @Bill-YellowDogWelding
    @Bill-YellowDogWelding 4 роки тому +7

    Looks really nice! I will warn those that have a lot of sun on their decks to think twice about a dark color. Did that years ago and it would get so hot you couldn't walk on it in bare feet! Thanks for the video!

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  4 роки тому

      Very good point. Thanks for watching.

    • @KitchenerLeslie2
      @KitchenerLeslie2 3 роки тому +4

      Wear shoes outside ya hillbilly!

    • @Bill-YellowDogWelding
      @Bill-YellowDogWelding 3 роки тому

      @@KitchenerLeslie2 Oh you silly little girl. Go back to playing with your dollies.

  • @nejdro1
    @nejdro1 Рік тому +6

    Two additional hints: Never stain when the sun in on the deck if at all possible! Secondly, only do a couple boards at a time and do the entire length of those boards. Your goal in any painting or staining is to maintain a wet edge to lessen lap marks.The Behrsolid hide paint is a pretty good stain. All the major stain manufacturers go to an acrylic base in the solid stains. For transparent or semi-transparent stains, the oil based stains are far superior to the water based stains.

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  Рік тому

      Excellent suggestions. Thanks so much for sharing. These can definitely help folks watching and reading the comments. Thanks again.

    • @gregspencer8472
      @gregspencer8472 8 місяців тому

      Wouldn't the oil based stain make the deck slippery?

    • @nejdro1
      @nejdro1 8 місяців тому

      @@gregspencer8472 The oil penetrates into the grain of the wood. NO stain should be seen on top of the wood after about 15 or 20 minutes. If so, the excess should be wiped off with rags or paper towels. Oil stains have no chemical driers in them. If too much stain is left on the surface, it will not dry and a shiny spot will be seen.

  • @bserway
    @bserway 3 роки тому +7

    Thanks so much for the help Gene! I was pressure washing too close and stripping the wood. That scrub brush is just what I needed!

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  3 роки тому

      I’m glad it helps. I learned the hard way too. Thanks for watching.

  • @psychodad4634
    @psychodad4634 7 місяців тому

    I would like to add that after trying your DIY recipe, the deck floor has brightened after drying. I can't wait to stain it! Thank you again!

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  7 місяців тому +1

      I'm so glad it worked well for you. I hope the re-stain go great!. Thanks for watching.

  • @andrewjones4808
    @andrewjones4808 2 роки тому +2

    Love the black rails!

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  2 роки тому +1

      Thank you. I think it helps set it off. Thanks for watching.

  • @psychodad4634
    @psychodad4634 8 місяців тому

    Thank you for the DIY recipe. I will be sure to use this video as I prepare to clean and stain my dirty, worn out deck.

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  8 місяців тому +1

      I hope it helps. Thanks for watching.

  • @chrispfaffinger3816
    @chrispfaffinger3816 4 роки тому +2

    Looks great, Gene. Nice job!

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  4 роки тому

      Thanks for watching.

  • @hghurst4870
    @hghurst4870 3 роки тому

    I Liked as soon as I saw Dylan (sp?) picking up the slack and making the project happen! As soon as my boys have another year on them I'll be doing the same thing! Great tips, great vid!

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  3 роки тому

      Thanks so much. I really enjoy working on projects with my son. It brings great memories. Thanks again for watching.

  • @clownman9859
    @clownman9859 2 роки тому +1

    Good video,, always prep n paint the handrails firstly.. cut in all sides firstly, then fill in.. much easier process ✨️

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  2 роки тому

      Good suggestion. Thanks so much for watching.

  • @cleatusbarncoat8642
    @cleatusbarncoat8642 11 місяців тому

    Glad the Behr products worked for you, hope it holds up. Didn’t hold up for me with an eastward facing, full-sun til noon, Wisconsin deck. Would not reuse or recommend, cheap Home Depot stuff.
    But do like your homemade cleaning solution. Thanks.

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  11 місяців тому

      What kind of stain do you recommend? I will need to re-stain in the spring

  • @daves2624
    @daves2624 Рік тому +1

    A 'Solid Stain' is a marketing term for 'Paint'. Short and simple: when painting wood for exterior use it is essential to coat all surfaces: top, bottom, sides and ends for cycles of water absorption, penetration and drying out. It might seem to be 'dead wood' to you but indeed it is still breathing. Painting only one surface of the wood disrupts the breathing of the wood such that it considerably reduces the life span of the wood (premature splitting, cracking and rot). Instead, appreciate the natural beauty of woodgrains and the graying of the wood over the long term. Yes, you can wash it with a brush to remove dirt and moss but never use a pressure washer or sander.

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  Рік тому

      This is some really good advice. Thanks for sharing.

  • @74dartman13
    @74dartman13 4 роки тому +2

    Nice work, Gene! It looks great!👍😎

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  4 роки тому

      Thanks Dart Man! How’s the Instagram channel coming?

    • @74dartman13
      @74dartman13 4 роки тому

      @@DIYGene ok...I haven't posted anything recently. Will be soon!🙂

  • @IndieGuvenc
    @IndieGuvenc Рік тому

    I'm using this all the time now, thanks

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  Рік тому +1

      I’m glad it helps. Thanks for watching.

  • @pardi2007
    @pardi2007 3 роки тому +6

    There is a debate over solid stain and semi solid for flat decks. How is the solid holding up? is it cracking, chipping off? My deck has so many patches of old thompsons water seal stains ,pressure cleaning scars that a semi transparent just doesn't hide the imperfections. A massive sanding might work, tried to sand a small piece and kept thinking i was wasting time and was better of with a solid stain. My only fear is when that solid stain (almost paint) goes on, that's it. Getting it off is another huge job.

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  3 роки тому +2

      That was exactly what I went through. I had patched the deck and semi transparent just wasn’t going to cut it. So far the solid is holding up well. The only thing I will have to redo this spring is the black rails I painted with black latex. Thanks so much for watching.

  • @georgekrabs6948
    @georgekrabs6948 4 роки тому

    Looks great now Well done guys

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  4 роки тому

      Thanks so much for watching.

  • @qajvidz976
    @qajvidz976 4 місяці тому

    Can i use dawn soap instead of wood cleaner before staining?

  • @medmusic7977
    @medmusic7977 4 роки тому +1

    Very nice as always! Big thumb’s up !

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks for always watching. I really appreciate it.

    • @medmusic7977
      @medmusic7977 4 роки тому +1

      DIY Gene its always fun, entertaining and full of informations and i get it for free, keep going sir !

  • @eileenchuck
    @eileenchuck 7 місяців тому

    Great job and thanks for the info!

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  7 місяців тому

      Thanks for watching!

  • @chuckschneweis-realtorbyex8052
    @chuckschneweis-realtorbyex8052 3 місяці тому

    What would you use for a deck that is dried cedar and has not ever been stained?

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  3 місяці тому

      @@chuckschneweis-realtorbyex8052, I think I would still give it the good cleaning and if it looks pretty good, I would use a similar-transparent stain.

  • @NHPaddy333
    @NHPaddy333 2 місяці тому

    Thinking of uses a Dark black color on our deck wood spindles. Did You Black Paint or a Solid Black Stain? Thanks, your Deck looks great!

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  2 місяці тому

      @@NHPaddy333, I used black latex paint, but it did not hold up like the stain and I need to redo them now. So this time I will use dark stain. Thank for watching.

    • @NHPaddy333
      @NHPaddy333 2 місяці тому +1

      Thanks for sharing! I will also go with a Solid Black stain for the spindles.

  • @gregspencer8472
    @gregspencer8472 8 місяців тому

    Great job..the deck looks fantastic. Thanx for sharing. How big is your deck and how much Oxi-clean did you need to complete the job?

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  8 місяців тому

      I mixed this little cocktail twice for a 24’x 24’ deck.
      2 gallons warm water.
      2 cups of Oxy Clean: amzn.to/3gmz7Sx
      1/4" cup Dishwashing liquid: amzn.to/2AoPcrq
      Below is a list of materials used in this video:
      Oxy Clean:amzn.to/3gmz7Sx
      Dishwashing liquid:amzn.to/2AoPcrq

  • @enyceofnyc
    @enyceofnyc Рік тому

    Wow looks great

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  Рік тому +1

      It’s held up really well. Thanks for watching.

  • @frankglass3449
    @frankglass3449 2 місяці тому

    How much stain and celery you have to use for your patio

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  2 місяці тому +1

      @@frankglass3449, I did it with 2 gallons and had some left over for touch ups. Thanks for watching.

  • @SilverMt.
    @SilverMt. 5 місяців тому

    good video. how long did that stain last and how did it look after a year or two? thanks

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  5 місяців тому

      @@SilverMt. I actually just restrained this year. So I got 3 good years out of the stain. But the wood held up really well and it didn’t need as much prep. Thanks for watching.

  • @miwakey6291
    @miwakey6291 3 роки тому

    Looks great 👍

  • @allenhorning5506
    @allenhorning5506 4 роки тому

    the deck looks great. i have a joint seam i would like to be hidden, did the the paint cover the seams as well as nail heads and knot holes and such in the deck boards? any need to pre fill the nail head holes?

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  4 роки тому

      The stain is definitely thicker than normal and does help to fill imperfections. I hope that helps. Thanks for watching.

  • @pabloramirez1470
    @pabloramirez1470 Рік тому

    You did a espectacular job…

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  Рік тому

      Thanks so much for watching.

  • @lajuanafrancis8494
    @lajuanafrancis8494 Рік тому

    Great job but I have a question do you need to strip a deck before staining or painting after its been power washed or gently washed and scrub?

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  Рік тому +1

      Great question. It depends on if you are using a solid stain or transparent stain. If you are using a solid stain like I did, you only need to clean it and remove any pealing stain from it. I hope that helps, thanks for watching.

  • @lynndan9747
    @lynndan9747 Рік тому

    Thanks for the video! Will it remove old stain?

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  Рік тому +1

      It will remove the loose stain. That is why I used a solid color stain.

  • @joannarmato4327
    @joannarmato4327 2 роки тому

    Would you say that the same recipe that you used to clean your deck would work for a cedar deck ? I have been trying to get the dark dirt and grime off which has been working with bleach water but now the seal is coming off but not easily so now I have a difference in color because I cannot get it all off… been scrubbing like crazy don’t want to scrub too hard, don’t want to splinter the cedar. I’m planing to use a cedar color semi transparent seal/ stain for deck.
    Thank you !

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  2 роки тому +1

      The problem is the sealer. That is why I went with a solid color stain was to even out the difference. I hope that helps. Thanks for watching.

    • @joannarmato4327
      @joannarmato4327 2 роки тому

      @@DIYGene thank you .. I may have to use a sealer stripper ugh !!

  • @Jake51500
    @Jake51500 Рік тому

    Great video...however it says on the OxiClean not to use on "finished" wood...would the deck l, even with the fading stain, be considered finished?? Also Walmart has their own brand of OxiClean...but much cheaper...same thing?

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  Рік тому

      Not to me. Finished wood, would be trying to persevere the finish. I’m trying to dull and remove the finish. Or at least that’s how I see it. And yes. I think the Walmart brand is the same stuff. I hope that helps. Thanks for watching.

    • @Jake51500
      @Jake51500 Рік тому +1

      @@DIYGene thank you for the quick response...

    • @Jake51500
      @Jake51500 Рік тому

      Just mixed up a batch and applied to the deck...pressure washed it after...removed most of the old stain...but still alot of dark spots...reapply to problem areas?

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  Рік тому

      Absolutely. But be careful with the pressure wash. You can damage the wood.

    • @KimmoJaskari
      @KimmoJaskari Рік тому +1

      What you're actually looking for is sodium percarbonate. That's also called "oxygen bleach". It's a bleach type that's much gentler on wood than the standard chemical bleach. Oxiclean has that as its main ingredient. On wood it acts like a bleaching agent, bringing back wood grain, and of course the dish soap added here helps to loosen dirt combined with scrubbing. If you're planning to finish the job with translucent wood oil instead of opaque paint, consider finding some oxalic acid as well, it's available in powder form, you mix it with water to create the acid. Oxalic acid is also not too harsh on wood, and after you've first cleaned and bleached with the percarbonate, you can soak the wood in oxalic acid for a while keeping it wet and that will bleach it even more, bringing back even more of the wood grain. Then rinse, let dry a few days or some such and add deck oil or wood oil or some such, if you want to retain the grain.

  • @AZ-hi2mg
    @AZ-hi2mg Рік тому

    My deck is already painted but needs repainting. Would you send off the existing paint or just send down any flaking paint and paint on top?

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  Рік тому

      I think I would clean and sand the bad areas and then put a fresh coat on the whole deck. I hope that helps. Thanks for watching.

  • @echandler673
    @echandler673 2 роки тому +1

    Great video! I am going to try this, my deck is really needing it. How many gallons of the brown colored stain did you end up using?

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  2 роки тому +1

      I ended up using 3. I could have done it with 2 but I didn’t think the extra would hurt. Thanks so much for watching.

  • @juanportalatin2563
    @juanportalatin2563 7 місяців тому

    Good job 😊

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  7 місяців тому

      Thanks so much for watching.

  • @hameedsyed5740
    @hameedsyed5740 3 роки тому

    Good job 👏

  • @davondd
    @davondd 3 роки тому

    Wow a fire pit on a deck! I’m interested could you talk a little about that or if you have a video reference it. I would love to have this but ppl discouraged my wife now it’s an uphill battle 😂

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  3 роки тому +1

      Hello Davon, I have had the fire pit for a few years now and love it. It is propane and I put the tank under the deck in a hatch. Its nice because when you want it you just fire it up and when you are done you just shut it down. It is about 3' wide and a 1' high, Here is an Amazon link to it.
      amzn.to/3bm3ok9
      Thanks for watching.

    • @davondd
      @davondd 3 роки тому +1

      @@DIYGene thank very much. That deck is amazing btw!

  • @Johnny53kgb-nsa
    @Johnny53kgb-nsa 3 роки тому

    I have a power washer, would you recommend after cleaning and scrubbing that I use the power washer to rinse or just my garden hose? Your deck looked very nice! Thanks, John

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  3 роки тому +1

      The power washers are nice but be careful not to damage the deck with too much pressure. Thanks so much for watching.

  • @brentgilbert4208
    @brentgilbert4208 Рік тому

    Anyone have any suggestions on how to remove latex deck paint that did NOT adhere worth a darn. Been using a power washer, and scraping. Would love to learn a better, more efficient method!

  • @yakyuk337
    @yakyuk337 3 роки тому +1

    How long did you wait before applying the second coat? Thanks!

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  3 роки тому +1

      A basic 24 hours. Thanks so much for watching.

  • @LoverOFhopeANDcompassion
    @LoverOFhopeANDcompassion Рік тому

    Where do i find oxyclean?
    Very informative. Quick simple instructions. Thanks

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  Рік тому

      In the U.S. you can find it in any grocery stores in the laundry detergent section. I hope that helps. Thanks for watching.

  • @pi1810
    @pi1810 3 роки тому

    Can you stain over a white solid stain with a darker solid stain? LOVE your video!

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  3 роки тому +1

      I stained over a lighter stain and it worked really well. See if this link works better for the brush:
      www.homedepot.com/p/Quickie-Professional-Deck-Scrub-Brush-2081/100577086?irgwc=1&cm_mmc=afl-ir-2039765-456723-&clickid=1BEVP%3ATAIxyLT0swUx0Mo37nUkB2utTDEzESx80

    • @pi1810
      @pi1810 3 роки тому +1

      @@DIYGene Thank you! (the link works)

  • @myrvetteiskandar9468
    @myrvetteiskandar9468 2 роки тому

    Can I use this solution to clean an already stained deck? Thx

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  2 роки тому

      Sure! It shouldn’t hurt it at all. Thanks for watching.

  • @tamekajones1590
    @tamekajones1590 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome thanks for this

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  2 роки тому

      Your welcome. I hope it helps. Thanks again for watching.

  • @fe3613
    @fe3613 4 роки тому

    How did you clean the railings? Did you use the brush all between the vertical pieces, or just the front and back sides?

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  4 роки тому

      I used the same brush to do the rails. The sides of the spindles didn’t really need it. I hope that helps. Thanks for watching.

  • @RodneyRicoWillis
    @RodneyRicoWillis Рік тому

    Can u give new links to the colors you used please? Old links don't work.

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  Рік тому

      Thank you for letting me know. I have updated the links through UA-cams new tool at the bottom left hand corner of the video. you can click on that and it will show all the links. Thanks for watching.

  • @eleven8948
    @eleven8948 Рік тому

    Any updates 2 years later? Any paint peeling or fading?

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  Рік тому

      It has held up pretty well. But I think I will re-stain this spring. I have a spot by the door that is a high traffic area is showing some wear.

  • @woodyholland9865
    @woodyholland9865 9 місяців тому

    What kind of wood is the deck floor!

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  9 місяців тому

      This deck was made with pressure treated decking, I believe it’s pine. Thanks for watching.

  • @ericmiranda3063
    @ericmiranda3063 8 місяців тому

    How do you clean a stained deck ?

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  8 місяців тому

      I would do it the same way. I have used this method on the same deck just to give it a good cleaning. I hope that helps. Thanks for watching.

  • @martinlezama2189
    @martinlezama2189 3 роки тому

    Nice buddy

  • @jz5875
    @jz5875 2 роки тому +1

    I tried the same thing, it peeled off next year.

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  2 роки тому

      Mine has held up well for two years. I do have one spot that I don't think I prepped well enough and will touch it up.

  • @krishnajadhav1535
    @krishnajadhav1535 4 роки тому

    Good job

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  4 роки тому

      Thanks for watching.

  • @planetfabulous5833
    @planetfabulous5833 Рік тому

    He has a big deck :)

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  Рік тому +1

      Ahhh, shucks😳

  • @pranksterguy1
    @pranksterguy1 3 роки тому

    Thank you!!

  • @sonyaanderson358
    @sonyaanderson358 3 роки тому

    Thank you

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  3 роки тому

      Thanks for watching!

  • @Dannytranst
    @Dannytranst 2 роки тому

    Should have brushed cut all the corners in advance before rolling

  • @americansfirst1095
    @americansfirst1095 5 місяців тому

    It will not last. It has Been 4 years. How about a update video?

  • @hameedsyed5740
    @hameedsyed5740 3 роки тому

    Learned at from you

  • @looloosch4439
    @looloosch4439 Рік тому

    ❤❤

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  Рік тому

      Thanks for watching.

  • @Marjopolo302
    @Marjopolo302 3 роки тому

    Snazzy

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  3 роки тому

      Thanks for watching.

  • @mikemurphy8996
    @mikemurphy8996 Рік тому

    Staining your deck is a MASSIVE mistake. Unless you want to stain it every year (you don’t) then do not stain. I guess if you have a tiny space it’s not worth it.

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  Рік тому

      I’m at 3 years and it is looking great. Thanks so much for watching.

  • @black5254
    @black5254 Рік тому

    You got to see a doctor on that shaking bud

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  Рік тому

      I have. It is called Essential Tremors. Not a lot I can do for it. But at least it isn’t Parkinson’s. Thanks for watching.

  • @nannettebattista3047
    @nannettebattista3047 4 роки тому

    There are many similar projects in Stodoys's plans.

  • @vonderloo3184
    @vonderloo3184 3 роки тому

    Needed bleach and hydrogen peroxide added.

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks for the great suggestion.

  • @Mrbluesplayer43
    @Mrbluesplayer43 3 роки тому +3

    Man, that is one awful coloured stain. Looked better without. You lost all the lovey wood grain.

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  3 роки тому +6

      Sorry you didn’t like the color. I really like it tone and is holding up really well. Thanks for watching.

  • @larrycampeau109
    @larrycampeau109 6 місяців тому

    Stain, never paint a deck...

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  6 місяців тому

      I agree. That’s why I stained it. Thanks for watching.

    • @icedteamama176
      @icedteamama176 5 місяців тому

      Solids are not stains, right? How’s the deck color holding up?

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  5 місяців тому +1

      The manufacturer called it solid stain. It held up for 4 years. But I really should have re-stained at 3 years.

    • @icedteamama176
      @icedteamama176 5 місяців тому

      @@DIYGene do you wish you had used semi-transparent stain instead of solid?

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  5 місяців тому +1

      I think it depends on the age and condition of the deck. Mine could have go either way. But I am happy with the solid stain.

  • @austinwilliams5130
    @austinwilliams5130 8 місяців тому

    That sounds bad for the environment around the deck

  • @BobHolster-om8rf
    @BobHolster-om8rf 7 місяців тому

    TRIED THIS METHOD AND IT DID NOT CLEAN AT ALL. IT WAS A WASTE OF TIME AND MONEY.

    • @DIYGene
      @DIYGene  7 місяців тому

      I’m sorry it didn’t work for you. It works great for most folks. Thanks for watching.

  • @Kentucky-bz6pg
    @Kentucky-bz6pg 3 роки тому

    Looks great 👍