I have just finished installing my new Pacific Kwila deck. What should I do to protect it?
A. First, let the Pacific Kwila bleed as discussed above. Then it can be left alone, stained, painted or oiled to get the appearance desired. If nothing is done, the decking will turn a silvery gray after several months. Pacific Kwila accepts stains and paints formulated for exterior hardwood/exotic wood well. Always test on a small area first to insure good results. The easiest treatment to apply is oil which does not require stripping with reapplications. Simply spray, brush or roll on the oil when the color starts to fade and the oil brings back the rich natural color of the Pacific Kwila. Dansson recommends: Cabot Australian Timber Oil in either Natural or Pacific Kwila color.
