johnisimpson
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Ok,
I originally started this thread about this time last year over at PWN and my main concern was over what stripper would be safe to use over the roof. From the responses I received, and some other minor research I think I've settled on using an oxygenated bleach. However, the owner of the building while I was there today wanted to call her roofer to check the safety of this. He didn't have any comment on the stripper but warned against using any concentrated acids when I mentioned using either oxalic or citralic to brighten......and then warned against using an oil based stain or sealer. Saying as a petroleum based product, it might cause damage to the aphalt roofing. Granted it is Sunday and he wasn't at his office and did not have any information in front of him, but I wasn't expecting any problems with the stain. He said he would read up on it when he gets to the office this week and would be in touch. However, now my potential customer is balking at the thought of having the deck sealed. Anyone have any information on the potential damages an oil based stain can do?
Also, what is a good clear sealer that will protect well from water but will let the wood gray as quickly as possible. I'll have to take pictures of this deck for u guys. Its got great views on top of a 3 story building in Chattanooga and the wood is the color of sun bleached bone. It hasn't been protected or cared for because she likes the grayed and weathered look of wood but is now concerned about the longevity. So, we're going to try cleaning, sealing and she'll just have to live through the few months? before the deck starts to gray through the sealer.
Love any thoughts anyone can offer.
John
I originally started this thread about this time last year over at PWN and my main concern was over what stripper would be safe to use over the roof. From the responses I received, and some other minor research I think I've settled on using an oxygenated bleach. However, the owner of the building while I was there today wanted to call her roofer to check the safety of this. He didn't have any comment on the stripper but warned against using any concentrated acids when I mentioned using either oxalic or citralic to brighten......and then warned against using an oil based stain or sealer. Saying as a petroleum based product, it might cause damage to the aphalt roofing. Granted it is Sunday and he wasn't at his office and did not have any information in front of him, but I wasn't expecting any problems with the stain. He said he would read up on it when he gets to the office this week and would be in touch. However, now my potential customer is balking at the thought of having the deck sealed. Anyone have any information on the potential damages an oil based stain can do?
Also, what is a good clear sealer that will protect well from water but will let the wood gray as quickly as possible. I'll have to take pictures of this deck for u guys. Its got great views on top of a 3 story building in Chattanooga and the wood is the color of sun bleached bone. It hasn't been protected or cared for because she likes the grayed and weathered look of wood but is now concerned about the longevity. So, we're going to try cleaning, sealing and she'll just have to live through the few months? before the deck starts to gray through the sealer.
Love any thoughts anyone can offer.
John
