Clear vs Tints

Is Clear suitable for exterior horizontal timber, eg decks

While clear coatings have UV stabilisers in them, certain UV wavelengths penetrate through the coating and damage the timber underneath. This can cause the timber to become fibrous and discolour, releasing the coating from below. Thus it would be far better UV protection to use a tinted coating under these conditions.

I want to keep the natural colour of my timber deck, what should I use?

Further to the UV protection of tinted coatings being far better, as the tints have a natural UV reflection, it would always be advisable to choose the colour of Rystix that matches closest to the colour of your timber, this will enhance the life of the deck, the coating and give you a far longer life before maintenance is necessary.

General

What is the best product for my outside wood?

Rystix Timbacare has 2 product ranges for exterior timber, 1 solvent-based and the other water-based, these products have been proven over the past 15 years to not only outlast the opposition but also to provide the customer with 60-70% savings on time, labour & maintenance costs over a period of time.

Resin? Whats that for?

Usually making surfboards, but its not that kind. Still under construction!!! Stand by for more info on this subject!!!

Maintenance

Is it necessary to sand off all old coatings before using Rystix?

The general rule of thumb is, If in doubt, take it off, however, should the existing coating be sound, but looking tired, then a good key sanding with either sandpaper or sanding pad is necessary, then the surface wiped clean with a turps damp cloth to remove dust & impurities, then the Rystix can be applied neat and evenly in a thin even coat.