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Dear Bunnings Community,
I am in need of some advice regarding the best way to look after my timber deck. I understand that I can paint or that I can treat it with oil. I haven't decided yet, but being advised that painting will protect the timber for longer, I was leaning towards that. However, I am wondering how to prepare the timber prior to painting/oiling; and this might also help me decide (if prep work differs for painting and oiling).
The deck is 8 years old; I have recently purchased the placed. I do not know whether it was treated when it was built, and whether any maintenance has occurred since. The timber has a lot of cracks and looks very dry and old.
There is information out there about sanding, and using wood filler for cracks. Some also say to prime before using the wood filler. I am just a bit unsure what I would need to do in my specific case and am wondering if you are able to offer some advice?
Kind regards
Antje
