Timber Decking Oil Becomes the Popular Option in Brisbane
Announcement posted by Narangba Timbers 17 Oct 2014
Timber decking supplier in Brisbane reveals why so many Australians are using decking oil as their preferred decking finish.
Brisbane, QLD, 17 October 2014 - When it comes to finishing timber, one variety does not fit all. Different finishes are more appropriate for different applications. When it comes to timber decking, decking oil has become the decking finish of choice for many in the Brisbane area.
Why Decking Oil is Popular
Decking oil has properties and advantages that make it effective for protecting and finishing a deck. It is specifically created for outdoor applications and is readily absorbed into the timber. It acts as a filler and sealer that protects timber from fungi and dust. It also replaces the natural oil that tends to “bleed” out of timber over time, making it less likely dry out, crack or flake.
Decking oil makes the surface of timber stronger by not only bonding to individual timber fibres, but connecting them. As opposed to finishes that cover or blanket timber, decking oil integrates itself into the timber and produces a stronger structure.
How to Oil a Deck
The process of oiling a deck is simple, but must be followed and executed correctly for best results. The first stop is to clean the deck. Jack Kyle, owner of Narangba Timbers, a timber decking supplier in Brisbane, recommends using two cups of Napisan with a half bucket of warm water as a cleaner for a deck with an area of 5 sqm.
The cleaning solution should be spread lightly on the deck with a stiff bristled decking brush and allowed to sit for fifteen minutes. Then, the deck should be scrubbed with the brush, wetting it in the solution as needed. The deck should be allowed to sit and dry for an average of two days. This not only allows drying but also allows old oils from the timber to bleed out.
A decking oil is then applied with a soft-haired brush that is much like a paint brush. The oil can be easily spread and excess oil can be sponged up with the soft-haired brush. For a 5 sqm deck, five litres of decking oil is recommended. The oil is applied in two coats. The first coat ideally takes an hour to dry. The second coat is then applied and the deck is allowed to dry.
The Finer Points
Mr Kyle provided some advice for the finer points of applying the perfect finish to a deck. According to Mr Kyle:
“If you execute the fundamentals correctly, you can have a beautiful deck. You can use tinted deck oil for colours or you can use natural timber grain and colour. We recommend using merbau, which is an orange-brown timber when it is cut. As it matures, it tends to redden a bit. Merbau is a beautiful timber; it looks so good that you won’t need to use tint in your decking oil.”
Mr Kyle concluded: “Merbau and decking oil are a perfect combination.”
Narangba Timbers is a timber supplier. They provide timber for decking, flooring and many other uses to the Brisbane area. To learn more about what Narangba Timbers has to offer or to use their decking calculator, call 1300 795 675 or visit their website: http://www.narangbatimbers.com.au/.
Why Decking Oil is Popular
Decking oil has properties and advantages that make it effective for protecting and finishing a deck. It is specifically created for outdoor applications and is readily absorbed into the timber. It acts as a filler and sealer that protects timber from fungi and dust. It also replaces the natural oil that tends to “bleed” out of timber over time, making it less likely dry out, crack or flake.
Decking oil makes the surface of timber stronger by not only bonding to individual timber fibres, but connecting them. As opposed to finishes that cover or blanket timber, decking oil integrates itself into the timber and produces a stronger structure.
How to Oil a Deck
The process of oiling a deck is simple, but must be followed and executed correctly for best results. The first stop is to clean the deck. Jack Kyle, owner of Narangba Timbers, a timber decking supplier in Brisbane, recommends using two cups of Napisan with a half bucket of warm water as a cleaner for a deck with an area of 5 sqm.
The cleaning solution should be spread lightly on the deck with a stiff bristled decking brush and allowed to sit for fifteen minutes. Then, the deck should be scrubbed with the brush, wetting it in the solution as needed. The deck should be allowed to sit and dry for an average of two days. This not only allows drying but also allows old oils from the timber to bleed out.
A decking oil is then applied with a soft-haired brush that is much like a paint brush. The oil can be easily spread and excess oil can be sponged up with the soft-haired brush. For a 5 sqm deck, five litres of decking oil is recommended. The oil is applied in two coats. The first coat ideally takes an hour to dry. The second coat is then applied and the deck is allowed to dry.
The Finer Points
Mr Kyle provided some advice for the finer points of applying the perfect finish to a deck. According to Mr Kyle:
“If you execute the fundamentals correctly, you can have a beautiful deck. You can use tinted deck oil for colours or you can use natural timber grain and colour. We recommend using merbau, which is an orange-brown timber when it is cut. As it matures, it tends to redden a bit. Merbau is a beautiful timber; it looks so good that you won’t need to use tint in your decking oil.”
Mr Kyle concluded: “Merbau and decking oil are a perfect combination.”
Narangba Timbers is a timber supplier. They provide timber for decking, flooring and many other uses to the Brisbane area. To learn more about what Narangba Timbers has to offer or to use their decking calculator, call 1300 795 675 or visit their website: http://www.narangbatimbers.com.au/.