Sand the Deck Surface
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Is it worth refinishing or should the customer replace it? #deck #makeover
What happens here
After the deck has completely dried from power washing, use an orbital sander to remove any remaining old finish, smooth out rough spots, and prepare the wood for a new coating. The video shows the person kneeling and working with an orbital sander across the deck boards. Begin with a coarser grit sandpaper (e.g., 60-80 grit) to effectively remove stubborn old finishes and smooth out major imperfections. Follow up with a finer grit sandpaper (e.g., 100-120 grit) to achieve a smooth, uniform surface that will allow the new finish to adhere properly and look its best. Always sand with the grain of the wood to prevent visible scratches.
Goal: Remove old finish and smooth the deck surface for a new coating.
Tools and materials
- Dust mask — Protecting lungs from fine wood dust
- Extension cord — Providing power to the corded orbital sander
- Kneepads — Providing comfort and protection for knees during kneeling
- Orbital sander — Removing old finish, smoothing rough spots, and preparing the wood surface
- Safety glasses — Protecting eyes from wood dust and debris
- Shop vacuum — Cleaning up sanding dust from the deck surface
- Work gloves — Protecting hands from splinters and improving grip on the sander
- Sandpaper — Abrasive material for removing old finish and smoothing the wood
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