How To Finish A Deck

Learn how to finish a hardwood.

How to Apply Ipe Oil® on Your Hardwood Deck

Step 1: Clean the Deck Surface and Let Dry

Step 2: Apply Ipe Oil® Hardwood Deck Finish

Step 3: Wipe up any excess Ipe Oil®

IPE OIL® FINISHING TIPS:

Remove dirt and debris from deck surface & in between gaps
Pre-rinse hardwood deck with a garden hose.
Wait until the surface is completely dry (at least 24 hours in most areas).
Use a 3/8" paint roller to apply
Using a dry rag, rub in any excess or pooled liquid that remains after 5 minutes
Let dry completely.
Properly dispose of can and rags - Do NOT leave cans & used rags exposed to the elements

FOR BEST RESULTS:

Prior to oiling: A light sanding is recommended to eliminate any slight imperfections on the surface of decking/siding boards.
Avoid applying:
- Under full sun
- If rain is forecast within 24 hours
- In extreme hot or cold temperatures
- More than once per season

How to Apply WiseCoat® on Your Hardwood Deck

Step 1: Clean, Rinse, & Let Dry

Step 2: Apply Two Coats Wet Over Wet

Step 3: Backbrush Any Puddles

WISECOAT® FINISHING TIPS:

Remove dirt and debris from deck surface & in between gaps
Pre-rinse hardwood deck with a garden hose.
Wait until the surface is completely dry (at least 24 hours in most areas).
Apply two coats; wet over damp with an air-assisted and/or airless sprayer, a pump-up garden sprayer, brush, or stain pad. Back brush out any puddles.
Let dry completely.
Sprayer equipment and brushes clean up easily with warm soapy water.

FOR BEST RESULTS:

Prior to finishing: A light sanding is recommended to eliminate any slight imperfections on the surface of decking/siding boards.
Do not apply if surface or air temperature is below 45°F/7.22°C
Avoid applying:
- Under full sun
- If rain is forecast within 24 hours
- In extreme hot or cold temperatures

Ipe Oil® vs WiseCoat®

Hardwood decking has a warmth that is incomparable to any other decking material. The trade-off is higher maintenance because regional weather conditions can take a toll in just months. With hardwoods lasting well over a decade or two, utilizing the correct finish is extremely important.

That's where Ipe Oil® and WiseCoat® finishes come in, providing a layer of protection that can keep your hardwood deck, siding, fence or furniture looking great for years.

Each of these products has an individual unique finish that creates distinctive wood grain patterns. For example, the hardness of woods varies widely, so does the color tone of any hardwood. The same species of hardwood boards can have many different color variations. You, as the homeowner, need to decide what outcome is desired depending on your hardwood species.