Is it necessary to power wash a deck before waterproofing it?

Answer 1

If it is a new deck, then no.

If it has been in place for a while, it depends on whether the aging or mold if present, is something you want to seal in place before treating it?

There are claeners that don't require power washing, just a brush to apply and scrub if the buildup isn't real bad. (Buy a brush on a hnadle like for washing a car, so you don't have to do this on your knees.)

Answer 2

Not sure it's absolutely necessary, but every deck I've seen with any age at all to it has a buildup of dirt, gunk, junk that floats around outside that certainly dulls the look of the wood. If you want it to look more like new, then, yes, it's necessary. You can rent a fairly powerful power washer at most any rental store, for a fairly minimal amount.

Answer 3

Totally unnecessary. There's all sorts of do's and don'ts spouted about Tarot. The only one of which that I defer to is storage. I always store my cards in either silk or black or wood; and sometimes all three. But that's just a personal preference. BTW: The cardboard boxes I bought the deck in ends up with all the other empty tarot boxes, in a large box down the back of the top cupboard. However, if you feel it will make the cards more responsive, then by all means, consecrate your deck. Whatever floats ya boat. Hope your deck resonates to you and brings you many years of pleasure.

Answer 4

If you do power wash take care not to use to much pressure. It is possible to do a lot of damage to wood decks with a pressure washer.

Answer 5

yes you need to get the dirt & grim out !