deck sanding can be appropriate when an accessible board, rail, gate fitting or timber surface shows wear, movement or a damaged finish. Review board condition, remaining thickness and coating suitability before agreeing a sanding method and the next finish.
Signs: outdoor timber looks weathered and needs a focused maintenance or repair decision or an accessible board, rail, gate fitting or timber surface shows wear, movement or a damaged finish. Causes: loose compatible fixings or local timber wear or weather exposure and ordinary surface deterioration.
Discuss nearby doors, plants and occupied spaces before sanding. Appropriate containment and collection depend on the site and accepted material. This ordinary preparation service does not include hazardous dust remediation or work on a coating whose safety has not been established.
The final preparation should suit the selected oil or compatible coating. Decide that finish before the sanding scope is confirmed. Sanding, oiling and deck painting are separate tasks; list the required stages so exposed prepared timber has an agreed follow-on plan.
Prepare and sand accepted sound boards with appropriate abrasive stages and dust control, within the agreed accessible area. Limits: Sound ordinary accessible boards only. No structural restoration, rot concealment, hazardous coating removal, asbestos or specialist dust remediation.