How to refresh timber deck?

[eloise89]

should I reoil this or I can use the Cabot's easy deck to refresh this? 

[Jewelleryrescue]

Hi @eloise89 

Your  deck looks ready for a  new coating as it looks dry and possibly  free of surface oils  applied in the past.

If you know it has being oiled in the past then it is  recommended the same treatment method be used as other deck treatments wont  work on top of oil bases  Like the cabots Easy deck wont work properly only water based  products used previously.

But plenty of great  decking oils  out there  Find the ones that say Nateral  and or clear as some have  stains /tints mixed in.

Cabot's 4L Natural Decking Oil  I/N: 1523576  $88

 https://www.bunnings.com.au/cabot-s-4l-natural-decking-oil_p1523576

Or  use some thing  like below  lasts 2x  longer they claim

 Cabots 4L Aquadeck Natural Exterior Decking Oil  

I/N: 1520543  $99^.20

 https://www.bunnings.com.au/cabots-4l-aquadeck-natural-exterior-decking-oil_p1520543

[MitchellMc · Accepted solution]

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community @eloise89. It's fantastic to have you join us, and many thanks for your question about oiling a deck.

I agree with @Jewelleryrescue—it's definitely time to oil the deck. You can use the Cabot's Easy Deck applicator to make the reoiling process more straightforward and efficient. It's a great tool for evenly applying oil and getting a smooth finish. However, the Easy Deck product is designed to go over existing water-based oil coats. So, if you are unsure or if it is an oil on the deck, then it might be best to apply Aquadeck to your deck, and then in the following season, you can use the Easy Deck.

Make sure to clean the deck thoroughly first, removing any dirt, grease, or old coatings that might prevent the oil from penetrating properly. Once the deck is clean and dry, you can apply the oil using the applicator, working along the grain of the timber for the best results.

Here's a helpful step-by-step guide: How to oil your deck.

Please let me know if you have any questions.

Mitchell