Decks, Patios, Porches and Docks - Need advice on deck surface PLEASE.

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aikmanfan
10-23-05, 10:03 AM
I just put in new plywood patio decking. What I'm looking for is a thick roll-on coating to finish it and also hide seams and screws. Any ideas? THANKS IN ADVANCE FOR THE ADVICE.

marksr
10-24-05, 07:25 AM
Welcome to the forums

I'm not sure what you want is available. I have used an elastromeric coating for plywood roofs that utilizes a fiberglass mesh tape on the seams. It works well on low pitched and flat roofs but I doubt it would stand up to deck traffic.
aikmanfan
10-25-05, 11:50 AM
marksr:

I think you're correct on this - I can't seem to find anything. Any other ideas on this?

THANKS for your help.

marksr
10-25-05, 08:06 PM
Maybe porch and deck enamel with caulking filling the seams. Painters putty or glazing compound can be used to fill the nail/screws. You would probably need to makes sure the paint and caulk both stay in good shape.