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Will the Ipe decking tiles grow mold or mildew?

August 9th, 2011

Woodrich Wood Decking Stripper

In normal conditions, the gaps between the wood slats and the special mesh carriage ensure good airflow and quick drying which inhibits mold and mildew growth on the wood. If installed in exterior areas, which remain, damp and out of direct sunlight, then some growth of mold or mildew may occur as with any conventional exterior wood surface. Otter Creek offers a mild stripper called EFC-38 which can be applied to the wood to clean the surface of the mold and mildew if it becomes a problem. The Diamond Essence Ipe decking tile can be purchased at Canadian Retail Stores or online at www.myocstore.com
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How to preserve a hardwood deck in Canada

November 30th, 2010

When it comes to preserving your hardwood deck in Canada I would recommend trying the Woodrich Hardwood Wiping Stain. We have distributed this product for two years in Canada and our customers are very happy with the results.

The Woodrich Brand Wood Restoration and Preservation System involves 3 easy steps for keeping your wood deck, wood fence, wood siding or log home looking it’s best year round.
 
1.  Cleaning your wood to prepare it for refinishing.
2.  Brightening your wood to get it looking it’s best.
3.  Finishing your wood with a premium oil based stain and sealer.
 
Our goal is to make the entire process as simple and straightforward as it can be!
 
There are a few basic things everyone should know.  If you have a new deck, wood fence, wood siding, log cabin or garden deck it will need to be protected.  Because no exterior wood finish will last forever, we recommend a high quality oil based wood stain/sealer.
 
We also recommend that all exterior wood be cleaned and neutralized before applying any stain or sealer.  All wood finishes perform better when the surface is properly prepared.  Going through the cleaning and brightening steps will also remove things you might not see like mold and mildew spores or oily hand prints from handling the wood during construction.
 
Once you have applied your wood stain, simple maintenance will keep the finish looking good year round.  Keeping the pollen off is important.  Rinsing off the dust and dirt every now and then helps, especially on wood decks.  Refreshing the finish when it shows signs of wear or begins losing it’s luster will keep your wood looking great for years!
You can purchase the Woodrich product at www.myocstore.com
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Woodrich Brand Timber Oil for Wood Siding and Log Homes

September 13th, 2009

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Extremely easy to apply. Even first time users can expect perfect results. Absolutely will not overlap, run or leave drip marks. Dives deep to replenish old dry wood. Loaded with transoxide pigments providing much better coverage than other paraffinic stains.  Ideal for annual or semi annual maintenance .

If you have ever worked with paraffinic based wood stains, Woodrich Brand Timber Oil will have a familiar ease of use.  No matter what application method you choose, it is impossible to cause any lap marks or runs.  Even those who have never worked with wood at all can achieve a beautiful finish their very first try with this easy to use product.
For those who have used other paraffinic based products in the past, the most striking difference with Woodrich Brand Timber Oil is quality.  Boasting extremely high pigment content Woodrich Brand Timber Oil will not color shift or “fade out” like other products.  Woodrich Brand Timber Oil is also loaded down with enough antifungal agents to knock out any existing mold and mildew spores and help prevent new growth for several years even in the most challenging environments.
Our anti-fungal package has been “jungle tested” and proven effective against over 250 known sources of mold and mildew.
What this means to you is greater protection from less product.  In fact you can expect to use about 20% less product to achieve the same results you get from other brands.  This may not mean much on a 12′x12′ deck, but it will add up to thousands of dollars over the year for a contractor.

When you apply Woodrich Brand Timber Oil you will see the rich oils dive deep into the wood, replenishing it and occupying the voids that may otherwise trap moisture.  Replenishing old dry wood will help to dramatically extend it’s service life.  Even old neglected wood siding will be rejuvenated by the deep conditioning oils. If your unsure which color stain to use we suggest purchasing the sample color kit before purchasing this product.

WoodRich product can be purchased at the Canadian Dealer website www.myocstore.com

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