Never Peel Again: The Sand & Stain Blog

Every post, recommendation, and product we discuss is to help you on your journey maintaining your deck, fence, & exterior wood so it never blisters, cracks, or peels.

Never Peel Again: The Sand & Stain Blog

Brand new deck / old faded wood / peely previous stain—no matter where you are in your deck & fence staining journey, we’re here to help. Scroll & enjoy!

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5 Reasons You Should Never Pressure Wash Your Wood Deck

You want the best for your deck in care, protection, and aesthetics. Washing seems like a no-brainer to maintain it, so why not make your job easier with the power of a pressure washer? Here are 5 reasons we don’t pressure wash decks in our business, and why we think you shouldn’t pressure wash your deck either.

NOTE: We focus on the maintenance and care of wood decks and do not recommend pressure washing any of them (Cedar, Ipe, Accoya, Kebony, Thermory Ash, etc.) Pressure washing may be perfectly fine for your composite or PVC deck.

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How To Maintain Your Deck So It Never Peels

Your deck turned out beautifully. You’ve made memories with your family, hosted gatherings, dined friends, and appreciated a quiet place to escape with a book. You followed the Sand & Stain System to prep and finish your deck. Only that was last year. Maybe even two years ago…

So how do you keep your deck looking fresh and properly protected without pulling out the sanders or hiring contractors every year?

We’ll show you exactly how to get the most out of your deck for as long as possible before sanding again with no blistering, cracking, chipping, or peeling. Guaranteed.

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