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How to restore an ipé deck?
I bought a house with an old ipé deck; previous owner apparently gave up maintaining it and had it painted. I plan to have it sanded with a big belt sander, the kind used by flooring pro's. Once I'm down to fresh wood, what's the best way to finish and preserve it? Also, the fascia and posts are redwood -- what's the best way to finish them after they're sanded? Please share any experience you have with ipé decks. Thank you.
I don't want gray wood -- I want beautiful wood. I accept that I will have to refinish it once or twice a year. What I get from some BB's is that once you get control of an ipé deck you can get to a state where you're power-washing it and retreating it only once a year. Until you get there you probably have to do it every six months. I don't mind working through this cycle if it gets me a beautiful deck.
I know it's a chore. I would like to hear from folks who haven't given up.
3 Answers
- Anonymous9 years agoFavorite Answer
I did a ton of research on ipe decking a few years ago. The general consensus for care was to just let the wood go natural and powerwash it gently every year. Otherwise, just like the other owner, you'll be maintaining it constantly.
- 7 years ago
Hi,
You can restore it here is a good product:
http://www.woodrich-brand.com/Ipe_Deck_Restoration...
You can also reach out to the guys at East Teak fine hardwoods for any advice if you need it:
- Anonymous5 years ago
It is only dangerous when a dust in the air. Wash it away with water and you are fine.