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Building a deck is one of the most popular ways to transform your outdoor space, and for a good reason. There are so many fantastic deck ideas and deck designs out there. However, no matter what kind of deck you have, it won’t take long for it to look worse for wear if not looked after. Don’t worry, though. If your deck is looking a bit hagged, restoring it to look back to its best is all in a day’s work with your pals at Hirepool.
Our mate Richard Mills from Living Improvements wanted to restore his deck. So, he came into Hirepool to hire a floor sander to do the job himself. At Hirepool, we’ve got a wide range of sanders, so we said, sure thing! Richard’s backyard was transferring dirt and grime onto his deck, and the wooden decking boards were splitting. Between us, we filmed this handy video and wrote this guide to help you to give your own deck some TLC.
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When you hire a floor sander, like when you hire equipment from Hirepool in general, it will come with its instructions for use. If you’re collecting a floor sander for someone else, they must read the instructions for use. This is to avoid any injury or accident and so that the floor sander works as intended. With safety in mind, wearing the correct personal protective equipment is vital. Most of this equipment is available to buy at Hirepool, including:
Your instructions for use will go into sander safety in detail. But, in general, the sanding drum must always be lifted off the ground when the machine is not in use. You’ll also want to keep any extension leads clear of the job. Apart from that, keep your feet and hands away from the revolving drum, and always use a dust bag. DIY safety should always be top of mind.
Richard Mills from Living Improvements decided on building a deck a year a bit prior to this video being recorded. However, when he did, he used an inferior oil, meaning he needed to sand it back and remove any cupping. Richard had never used a floor sander before, but was surprised by how easy it was to use. Instructions for use include:
Stopping the floor sander after use is also easy. Stop by raising the sanding rum off the floor and switch it off. Allow the drum to stop spinning. Then, unplug the power lead before emptying the dust bag.
It doesn’t matter what deck designs you choose; you need to prioritise regular maintenance and cleaning. However, if you do let regular upkeep slip, you’ll obviously need to luck at a restoration like we’re about to cover in this how-to guide. Over time, the elements and foot traffic do, unfortunately, get the better of your deck. There are many reasons it’s beneficial to restore your deck if it’s looking bad.
When looking for ways to add value to a home, many homeowners start by looking outside. Landscaping, fencing and decking are all DIY jobs that are relatively easy to pick up on your own. This means that building a deck or restoring an existing deck are cost-effective ways to increase the value of your property. A new-looking deck looks fantastic!
As we’ve mentioned, one of the reasons for needing to restore your deck in the first place is often due to foot traffic and exposure to the elements. It seems like a chicken and egg scenario, but doing a good job restoring your deck is one way to ensure you won't need to restore it again for a long time. Using top-quality oils, choosing to hire equipment like a floor sander and fastening down screws are all ways to help with deck durability and prevent rotting.
Tripping over can feel embarrassing, but it’s also very dangerous. Especially if you have young children or elderly family members around the home, your deck needs to be smooth and even. That way, you’ll be able to prevent any falls or potential injury. Cupped timber, exposed screws and uneven surfaces are all ways people can lose their balance. If you’re needed to replace decking boards all together, read our comprehensive guide on attaching decking boards.
With any kind of construction or DIY job, checking if you require any kind of consent is essential. Luckily, with most decking where there’s no possibility of people falling more than 1.5 metres, you don’t need to worry about building code for decks in NZ. So, in most cases, the first step in restoring a deck is actually giving it a good clean. Firstly, use a good broom to remove leaves, dirt or anything stuck between the timber that may catch on your sander. Then, remove any deck furniture and scrub your deck down with a deck cleaning solution.
After applying your cleaning solution, give your deck a light water blast to remove all that product and grime from your decking boards. Water blasters are great tools that speed up cleaning jobs. But, the power of a water blaster can also damage a surface that’s not designed for the intense pressure the machine can put out. Using a water blaster or pressure setting that does not damage decking boards is essential.
Make sure you’ve researched your particular timber and stain. That way, you have a good understanding of what kind of cleaning your deck can take. At Hirepool, we have a range of hire equipment, including water blasters. Check out our guide on avoiding streaking and other handy water blasting hacks.
When it comes to floor sander hire, we’ve got a wide variety of options at Hirepool. This means we’re sure you’ll be able to hire a floor sander for nearly all of your wildest deck ideas and deck designs. We’ve already covered how to operate a floor sander, but it’s also important to carry out prestart safety checks before use. These checks will be part of the instructions for use that come with your hire equipment. For a floor sander, prestart safety checks include:
Before getting to your deck with a floor sander, it’s a good idea to give the screws in your deck a once over. You’ll want to look closely for any screws and then give each screw a screw down by a couple of millimetres. This is so that the tops of the screws don’t get sanded off by the floor sander and that the sandpaper and floor sander doesn’t get damaged.
A hand screwdriver should be fine for the job, but we also have electric screwdrivers available to hire at Hirepool.
Now, it’s time to get sanding. Each deck is different, but with most timber deck designs, it’s a good idea to do at least a few takes with varying levels of sandpaper grit. To start with, to flatten the decking boards, it’s usually a good idea to use 80 grit sandpaper. You’ll usually want to sand on a diagonal for this first pass. That way, you’ll get a nice uniform and flat surface.
Next up, you’ll want to switch out your sandpaper to the 100 grit. Doing this is really simple. All you have to do is lift the hatch on the drum and use your screwdriver to remove the old sandpaper and replace it with the new one. Instead of going diagonal, you’ll want to go lengthways along each timber board this time.
For the final run, you’ll want to sand your decking board lengthways once again. This time, however, you’ll want to use 120 grit sandpaper. It can be a good idea when your hire a floor sander to get plenty of sandpaper sheets for each grit you’re working with.
Depending on the size of your deck, you don’t want to drive back to Hirepool for more sheets if you run out. You can always return any unused sandpaper sheets to Hirepool that you haven’t used.
Depending on deck designs, you may need to also use a floor edger sander to get up close to corners or the side of your house. The great thing about a floor edger sander is that it has a shield around the front of the machine. This means that you can sand right up close to the cladding or skirting of your house without causing any damage.
Finally, it’s time to apply decking oil. This is arguably the easiest step on this list, as all you need to do is apply oil with a paintbrush. From the experience of Richard Mills from Living Improvements, he recommends that you don’t skimp on the oil. Given that its purpose is to protect your deck and make it look great, you want to pay for a top-quality product. Head down to your local outdoor store to speak with a pro about which option is best for your deck. And there you have it, all done!
Top tip: Keep an eye on the weather. It’s not a good idea to sand or apply oil to your deck if it’s raining.
A fantastic deck is often a quintessential part of a classic Kiwi backyard. However, if it looks beat up, it will devalue your home instead of adding value. For more deck ideas and deck designs, read our blog, which covers 20 creative deck ideas to try. If you’re keen to restore your deck yourself, check out our floor sander range or swing by your local Hirepool branch.
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