a gate does not swing, latch or sit as intended. Apply the compatible oil according to its coverage and application instructions to the agreed prepared accessible deck surface.
Signs: an accessible board, rail, gate fitting or timber surface shows wear, movement or a damaged finish or outdoor timber looks weathered and needs a focused maintenance or repair decision. Causes: weather exposure and ordinary surface deterioration or loose compatible fixings or local timber wear.
Dirt and surface contamination can affect the finish. Agree suitable ordinary cleaning as part of the preparation rather than assuming oil covers it. Structural deterioration, hazardous materials and repairs to unsound boards remain separate from a maintenance oiling task.
Provide the old product label if available. A penetrating oil maintenance treatment is different from applying a film-forming deck paint. An existing incompatible coating may need separate preparation, so a new oil should not be selected from colour preference alone.
Apply the compatible oil according to its coverage and application instructions to the agreed prepared accessible deck surface. Limits: Compatible penetrating-finish maintenance on sound timber only. No structural repairs, hazardous stripping, waterproofing systems or guaranteed restoration of damaged boards.