Mahogany for durability, Cedar for cost. I would use Ipe, which is a member of the ironwood family. It can be used for exterior work untreated and will last for 30-35 years. You must predrill all screwholes.
Best way I've found is power washing.
Best to get all six sides of the boards while you're building (if you can).
Spar varnish can be used in this scenario, and would give a great shine to the deck. However, depending on the thickness of the layer of varnish applied, it could rapidly turn cloudy and destroy the look of the cedar. Consider a sealant instead.
Azek deck boards can be purchased for around $3.00 / lf on the internet, 15-20% higher at lumber yards.
No! First It depends what type of pain you painted on your deck! It can if its a natural juice like Grape juice. Wood is a very obsorant material and it'll suck up whatever it can. However if your deck has a wood stain on it that you'll be fine. Or if its painted or if you have a water seel on it.
Pressure treated lumber is the most common wood used for decks. It withstands water, insects and fungi well and will provide a solid deck for many years. Cedar and Redwood are also great deck material although they are more expensive.
A dark deck absorbs heat from sunlight.
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Cedar decks are durable, stylish and help keep away certain types of insects. These qualities makes cedar a great material to build with. You can find cedar deck plans in books about cedar, books about decks and on the Internet at many different sources. Some of these plans are free while others cost money to obtain. Creating a cedar deck is a good way to add value to your property and make a space that you will enjoy for years to come.
You can find plans for a cedar deck in the following sites listed below: www.cedar-deck.org/, www.homedecks.com/cedar.php, and www.wrcea.org/cedar-products/cedar_decking/overview.htm.
You can find cedar deck places online at websites such as http://www.gardenstructure.com/gallery/section/deck_designs and http://www.cedar-deck.org/. Hope this helps.
Wood is always a great choice. Cedar an oak specfically prepared for outdoor use will keep a nice look for years to come. They are very durable.
If you are planning on designing a new cedar deck, I would visit Menards. They will help you design and provide you with all the materials to build and construct your new deck.
Best way I've found is power washing.
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It depends in what they contain in experience a elemental hero deck is better as long as you can fuse them together.
A nicely designed deck adds beauty and value to any home. Decks come in all sizes and configurations. The flexibility in designs can give a homeowner numerous choices. Starting with good quality deck material is the first step in building a deck that will withstand the tests of time. The cost of using better material will be money well spent. Cheaper made material will break down and greatly decrease the life expectancy of the deck. The cost to rebuild and maintain poorly constructed decks will be higher than choosing quality products at the start.