{"id":7159,"date":"2017-10-21T11:11:06","date_gmt":"2017-10-21T18:11:06","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.roryc.ca\/blog\/?p=7159"},"modified":"2017-10-06T08:48:26","modified_gmt":"2017-10-06T15:48:26","slug":"diy-projects-to-prepare-the-house-for-the-winter-next-spring","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.roryc.ca\/blog\/2017\/10\/diy-projects-to-prepare-the-house-for-the-winter-next-spring\/","title":{"rendered":"DIY Projects to Prepare the House for the Winter &#038; Next Spring"},"content":{"rendered":"<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Do it yourself projects don\u2019t have to be about \u201cgetting dirty\u201d climbing under the house, in the attic, or on the roof. There are several quick projects you can take care of that will save you money as well as prepare for the winter and next spring.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Reseal Outdoor Surfaces<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">Driving rain, wind, snow, and freezing temperatures wreak havoc on outdoor surfaces when you let them. Hopefully you\u2019ve taken care of the tough chores like cleaning the roof and gutters. Now it\u2019s time for an easier task down on the ground. Smaller projects would be cleaning and resealing a birdhouse, or decorative treasures around your property. Bigger projects would be doing the same for a deck or gazebo. If you don\u2019t have much experience, starting with a smaller project would be the wise decision. Here are the steps for resealing a deck. For most climates, it\u2019s a good idea to reseal your deck about every other year.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">1.Sweep the deck. Obviously, you want to sweep off all leafs, small twigs, and other debris. Pay particular attention to twigs and debris lodged between the boards. You may need to use a screwdriver or other tool to pry out what\u2019s stuck in the spaces between the boards.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">2.Scrub the wood. There are several cleaning solutions on the market that quickly clean off dirt, mildew, and algae. You can talk to a customer representative at your local home center about what solution is recommended for you area. A good DIY mixture is \u00bd bleach and \u00bd water. Don\u2019t use straight bleach. For larger decks, you might want to consider renting a pressure washer. You can run a cleaning solution through the pressure washer to take care of this task quickly. A pressure washer also makes it easier to clean between the cracks. After cleaning with a solution, rinse all of the surfaces thoroughly with clean water. Allow to dry complexly for a few days before applying any finishes.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">3.Apply stain and\/or sealant. If you want to maintain a clear finish, you can go straight to applying a clear coat sealant. Again, a local home center will recommend the best sealant for your climate and location. Make sure the wood is completely dry before applying sealant. Most sealants are easily applied with a roller, brush, or power spray paint machine. Typically, a brush works best to get sealant down between the boards. Also, think about a fresh coat of sealant on the underside of the boards every few years is you want your deck to last the longest.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">You might want to consider applying some color but this will be more time consuming, especially if a previous sealant has been applied. If a previous sealant has been applied, it must be completely removed with a chemical stripper, sanding, or both. If the original sealant isn\u2019t removed, the color coat won\u2019t soak in. After removing the old sealant, follow the cleaning instructions in step 2 again before applying a final sealant over the color coat.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Time to Put Things Away<\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">It\u2019s all about the changing weather this time of year. You probably still have lawn furniture out. Now is the time to give it a last cleaning for the year and store it away out of the coming winter weather. Cleaning it with a mild solution before putting it away will keep it looking good for another summer season. Leaving it out in the winter elements is the fastest way for the finish to fade and look dull and worn next time you go to use it.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">The same thing goes for your grill, gardening tools, lawnmower, and other outdoor belongings that you\u2019ll want looking good for the next warm weather season. If you don\u2019t have a garage or shed to store them in, cover these with tarps before the winter winds, rain, and snow flies. Be sure to tie down the tarps so that they don\u2019t end up in your neighbor\u2019s yard when the first storm blows in.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/realtybiznews.com\/quick-diy-projects-before-the-first-winter-freeze\/98744746\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Quick DIY Projects Before the First Winter Freeze<\/a> by Brian Kline | Realty Biz News<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do it yourself projects don\u2019t have to be about \u201cgetting dirty\u201d climbing under the house, in the attic, or on the roof. 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