How to sand a Merbau deck?

Lee777

HI Bunnings,

I have a merbau deck with Cabbots Decking Oil on it which is weathered and due for a sand and stain.

When working with merbau with weathered and lifting decking oil, what increments of sandpaper should I use?

Thanks,

Lee

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JacobZ

Hi @Lee777,

You should start with a fairly aggressive grit, such as 40-grit. This aggressive grit will remove the top layer of material, revealing the layer of timber beneath. You should then switch up to a finer grit such as 120-grit to smooth things out and prepare for oil.

Check out How To Sand A Deck for some guidance on the process.

Let me know if you have any further questions.

Jacob

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