Thanks again for the good advice. I bought Sikkens Cetol 1 today. I plan on applying 1 coat to all sides and cut ends before I lay the decking, followed by 2 additional coats... as suggested by the lumber store.
I've decided to go with cedar decking on my deck project. I've located a local small lumber yard that focuses on deck and outdoor wood projects; I looked at their stock today and ordered 5/4x6 western red cedar, sanded 4 sides.
They recommend staining/finishing the decking on all 6 sides...
Gary
My blocking is within the 'every 8'' rule and based on what I've read and other comments, I'm satisfied the blocking is OK.
I've used DCA6-09.pdf as a reference from early in my planning (as recommended by you or others on this forum in one of my earlier posts.) The beams check out...
Hmm, I can get 5/4 x 6" cedar for a little more than PT. I like the looks of cedar and the fact that it will take a stain better than PT.
I plan on re-treating the decking every two years... Whether its PT or cedar.
What comments/experiences do others have related to these two decking choices?
Building a 16x24 deck, 16' joists attached at ledger and supported by 2 beams at about 7' and 14' from ledger. I currently have solid blocking at about 4' and 11'. Do I need more blocking?
Suggestions for "sealing" double 2x10 beam?
Should I seal the joint along the top between the 2x10? If so, with Construction Adhesive?
Thanks in advance,
Roger