Timber decking really benefits from some TLC at this time of the year in order to protect it from the elements and make sure it’s looking its best ready for the summer ahead. A great start would be to get rid of any build-up of mould, mildew and black spotting that have made an appearance over the Autumn and Winter months.
V33 are specialists in innovative surface coatings, and have been coming up with leading high-quality products for DIYers for over sixty years. The company’s decking preparation product is called Tough Deck Clean & Revive. Two factors make it particularly good value for money: it has a high performance, and it affords an impressive 30m²/L coverage. Its formulation enables rapid and efficient deck cleaning, leaving it ready for a new finish to be applied. Available in 2L bottles, it is priced at £17.50.
Once you’ve got your decking clean, applying the right decking oil will make sure it is water-repellent and UV-protected while also looking great for longer. This means money saved in the long run since failing to protect decking properly could result in having to replace it sooner.
The V33 range includes two high quality decking oils, formulated to feed, protect and enhance the natural beauty of old or new exterior decking. While both decking oils in the new range are UV- and water-resistant, one also offers anti-slip properties, unlike other comparable options currently available. This particular oil, called V33 High Performance Decking Oil, is a quick-drying, water-based version, ensuring long-lasting protection against sunlight and temperatures of -100C to +350C. It is available in four colours including Clear, Light Oak, Teak and Grey. Offered in 2.5L or 5L tins, 1 litre covers 12 m². It is priced £41 for the smaller size and £57 for the larger one.
V33 UV-Resistant Decking Oil is solvent-based, and efficiently protects and revives decking. It is available in Clear, Medium Oak and Teak in the same tin sizes and is priced at £38 for 2.5L and £54 for 5L. 1 litre covers 8m². Both the High Performance and the UV-Resistant Decking Oil formulations leave wood with a beautifully natural, translucent finish.
V33’s specialist range of decking products, which includes decking paint, is available through B&Q. For more information visit www.v33.co.uk.
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