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Deck Revive Full Kit Coverage: Depending on the condition of the wood and the application technique, two coats will cover approximately 200 square feet.
NOTE: PermaBond (sold separately) is required for use with Deck Revive.
Deck Revive Coverage: A properly prepared kit of Deck Revive yields approximately 3 gallons of ready-to-use coating, depending on the condition of the wood and the application method, two coats will cover approximately 200 square feet (100 square feet per coat).
- locks down splinters
- fills in cracks
- slip-resistant
- environmentally friendly
Deck Revive contains a liquid resin and a dry chemistry component. To these, you add one gallon of gloss, semigloss or satin 100% acrylic exterior latex paint in any color you choose.
Deck Revive is an environmentally friendly choice. It is water-based, VOC-free and non-toxic.
Deck Revive is intended to be a solution for decaying exterior wood surfaces as a method to delay wood replacement. Surfaces coated with Deck Revive may yield up to 7 years of service life before wood replacement may be necessary (the condition of your wood will greatly influence this). Additional coats of Deck Revive are NOT recommended.
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I am laying rubber roof material over my second level dock. Can I use this on top of the rubber roofing material?
No, it will not work for this.
I am covering with two coats of deck revive one 2 x 6 x 10′ deck board, So, I intend to mix 3 cups of deck revive: 1.5 cups paint, 1.5 cups resin and 1.4 lbs(per food scale) dry ingredient. Is my calculation of the dry ingredient correct? It “looks” like a lot of dry ingredient for just 3 cups of liquid
Hi Charles,
Sorry, but the only way to ensure it is mixed correctly is to mix it all together, not in smaller quantities. We do not have ratios for smaller quantities and cannot guarantee effectiveness if mixed in smaller ratios.
Subsequent to my sending you the above question I realized my proportions were incorrect as I was thinking it was a gallon of paint to a gallon of resin. It is a gallon of paint to two gallons of resin, right? Or is there less than two gallons of resin in a two gallon tub?
The container of resin inside the Deck Revive Kit contains 128 oz (1 gallon).
I have one unopened deck revive kit and 2.5 quarts of Perma Bond primer purchased in Apr 2023 Is the kit and primer still “good’?. In April of 2023 I applied two coats to my covered wood deck of 305 sq ft. I now want to put a third/one single coat on this deck. Do you see any issues with my doing this with the materials on hand?
Opened, the shelf life is about 1 year. Unopened, it is about 2 years. Not 100% sure your Permabond will be usable.
Hello,
I have cedar siding on my house with a “big box” clear latex sealer I put on 6 years ago… will the Perma Bond primer adhere to it?
Thank you for your time and help in this matter.
Yes, it should, but make sure to pressure wash first for the prep.
Perfect… Thank you
What do you do about deck boards with larger cracks? The other products recommend treating those areas first before putting the first coat on. I did not see anything in the directions of your product that address this issue. Thanks.
Use this to fill cracks https://www.gulfsynthetics.com/ranger-patch-concrete-repair-kit.html
I also see that the instructions show 1/4 kits. I don’t see any listed for sale.
Sorry, but they are not sold anymore.
The description says “Deck Revive Full Kit Coverage: Depending on the condition of the wood and the application technique, two coats will cover approximately 200 square feet.” Am I to understand that one kit will cover 200 SF? It really is unclear what amount is in the bucket.
Correct, one kit covers around 200 sq feet for the two coats.
Why does the redwood need to be weathered for 3 months before applying perma bond? Can you not paint kilm dried lumber same day? Also will either one of these primers work.
New wood must weather and then be pressure washed for prep. It does not matter if it is kiln-dried wood. New wood is not porous enough to accept proper adhesion. You must use our Permabond as the primer, not any other brands.
I’m planning to refinish the deck that previously covered with deck revive product about 7 years ago. It’s clean and in very good condition.Do I have to use Perma bond or it’s ok to use the finish coat directly?
You will need the Permabond.
Thank you for your reply.Another question I have here-when I mix the kit and paint ,can I add a little bit of the paint extender or extra quart or less of paint to be able to thin it and spread easier to cover little over 200 sq.f ?
Sorry but no, you cannot do that. Most likely, you will need only one coat since you have a base coat.
Can you put this product over a deck that has previously been stained with an oil-based semi solid stain?
After you pressure wash to remove any peeling stain you can.
Does Benjamin Moore’s exterior “Soft Gloss” paint work with Deck Revive?
Thanks, Jack
It will work as long as it is an acrylic latex gloss exterior paint. I’m not sure what “Soft Gloss” means.
I’m ready to buy the latex color paint but am wondering if any extra tint is required to get the color we’re hoping to achieve. Will adding the one gallon of paint to the container of Deck Revive thin the color of the gallon we’re adding to it?
Thank you in advance!
It does not need to add extra tint, and the color will not be thinned.
Going to get the 1 gallon of color to mix with the Deck Revive. Does the paint store just do normal tinting or is extra tinting needed for the color we chose? Thank you!
They mix the color/tint for you at the store. Extra tinting is not needed.
I got my deck done this week and the transformation is amazing! I love the fact I didn’t have to sand/remove the existing paint, which is what really sold me on this product. I have a fairly large deck, so this was a FULL day project between the Permabond primer and 2 coats of the Deck Revive. The Permabond went on easy without any problems. The first coat of the Deck Revive took awhile – I used a roller on the flat surfaces, going against the grain, per the instructions and used a brush for the vertical surfaces. I didn’t see the note about continuing to frequently mix the product when I did the first application. It got pretty thick and hard to work with toward the end. The second application was much easier. I used the roller (with the grain) as much as possible to get a smoother and uniform surface. I also mixed the product frequently which improved its workability. I didn’t have enough material to do the spindles, but I think I’ll use a regular deck paint for those because it will be easier to apply to the hard -to-get places, or I’ll replace the wood spindles with metal ones. Overall, I’m very happy with the initial results!
Looks Great!
I am in the middle of applying PermaBond. I can clearly see that I will not have enough. Time is of the essence and I cannot wait to receive more in shipment. Can the PermaBond be thinned/extended, and if so with what?
Sorry, but you cannot do this. It would ruin the product. There are no other alternatives to use.
Is an ultra thin coat better than none?
Yes, but the most crucial thing in the Deck Revive Systems is the Permabond. It needs to be applied correctly.
At one point I saw that you recommended Quickcrete to fill holes and cracks. Is that the Quickcrete for concrete? Will it work on a wooden deck? I only have a couple small holes to fill. Thanks!
You would want our Ranger Patch for this, not Quickcrete: https://www.gulfsynthetics.com/ranger-patch-concrete-repair-kit.html
I bought four Deck Revive kits four years ago (during Covid), and only got around to applying one (to the railings) I waited for some new wood to weather, and one thing after another, have never gotten around to applying the remaining kits to the deck itself. I’ve replaced a lot more deck boards, and I’m now ready. My question: is the product (the three kits plus the patch product) still good? It’s been in a climate controlled room for those four years?
Thanks
It should be, but it’s hard to say 100% certain. Check the liquid part and ensure it is not clumpy or chunks.
Follow-up info for anyone following: the product was fine, both the Permabond and the resin component of the coating kit. Happy with the results!
Is the chemistry of this particular Behr paint compatible with Deck Revive? This Behr Porch and Patio meets all of the Deck Revive requirements but since it is more than just an exterior wall paint, I want to make sure they will work together. Thank you.
Yes!
Hello -I’d like to get it right since I’m ordering from Canada. Please see the attached measurements. The deck isn’t in the worst shape, but I want to use the product to prolong its life. Could you recommend what I need to order? The railings are in good shape, and the deck is mainly exposed to the sun.
Your feedback is much appreciated.
Hi, please add up all sq footage in feet that will be coated into one total amount. Thanks
Deck Sq. Footage
Flooring Length x width =?
Railing Length x height =?
Steps Width x Depth x #of Steps =?
Add up all 3 for the Total Sq. footage.
Large stairs: 15″ x 72″
Front part: 72″ x 455″
Main deck: 139″ x 371″
Main steps: 48″ x 12″
Back steps: 11″ x 40″
Railings: 1161″ x 36″
Please do the math and add up for a total square footage. Not inches. Thanks!
Brian, You have measured everything in inches. You need to convert it to square feet. 15×72 = 1080/144 = 7.5 ft2 etc. (7.5 + 227.5 + 358.1 + 4 + 3.05 + 290.25) = 890.4 square feet. You may want to check my calculations, just to be sure.
Can this be used on concrete?
Yes, it can.
Can I wait a week between power washing and applying products to wait for weather to cooperate?
Yes but no more than 2 weeks and sweep or blow off the deck before applying.
We completed our deck last summer. We now have a few boards that need painted. Do you not sell a smaller container?
Sorry, we do not.
Hi! Where can I purchase this product in Canada?
Online only. We ship to Canada.
can you use this product on a above ground pool deck
As long as it is a wood deck, yes.
To tint permabond, do you use acrylic latex or just latex paint as stated in the instructions?
Don’t tint the Permabond. Use as is for best results.
I have a 192 sq foot deck plus 8 standard stairs and railings. How many kits of deck revive and permabond will I need?
What is the total square footage once you add in the railings and steps?
I think I’ll need a second kit but not much of it, can I save unused product to use for recoats in the future?
Sorry but no. Once mixed it has to be used right away. It is not possible to save it.
Can I use Deck Revive and keep the natural color of the deck?
Sorry but no, that is not possible.
I have a 730sf 6 year old deck in Southern California. How many kits of Deck Revive and Permabond will I need? Also, if I choose a dark chocolate brown color, will the Deck Revive prevent color fading?
You will need 3 of the Deck Revive Kits. Yes, any color that you add to the DR will prevent UV oxidation of the wood.
I spoke with someone yesterday and mentioned that I had some mildew growing on the deck. He had recommended that I clean the deck with a deck cleaner. Is Defy Wood Cleaner and Defy Wood Brightner acceptable to use prior to laying the Perma Bond?
Just pressure wash with water, not need for a cleaner or brightener.
I used Bondo to patch a couple spots on the floor of my deck. Will the Permabond and Deck Revive still work well over the Bondo?
It will but the Bondo itself may fail in the future as it does not work well if you are in an area where it can freeze.
Do you carry a SDS for this product?
Attached.
Do you recommend pre-wetting the roller when applying permabond or the Deck revive?
No.
I have a 30 year old uncapped composite deck and can’t afford to replace it with new material right now. Would Deck Revive adhere to the composite and freshen it up?
Yes. Clean first and apply the Perbond prior to the Deck Revive.
I have a new deck out of redwood and would like to put down a clear protective product similar to this. Do you have a clear product? Do I need to add a paint to this?
No, we do not offer a clear coating. You also cannot stain new wood right away. It needs to weather for 3+ monhts and then be cleaned.
I have some oil splatter around the grill on the deck. Is powerwashing with water sufficient or do i need to power wash with a detergent prior to applying PermaBond?
Pressure wash with water only.
how do i create a new acount
At checkout.
Your brochure says that the material is breathable and lets water evaporate. Does that also mean it lets water into the wood?
No, it does not.
Will this work for the paint?
BEHR Gloss Enamel Interior/Exterior Porch and Patio Floor Paint
As long as it is High Gloss Acrylic Latex, it will work. It can be a house paint and does not have to be a floor paint. It cannot be oil-based.
My Deck is old and weathered. It has an exisiting paint (unknown type) that has peeled off in many locations. Can i just power wash and use Permabond before applying revive?
Do you have instructional videos?
Yes, pressure wash off the loose and peeling paint for prep. We do not have an Instructional video.
What is the best way to protect the older deck boards while the replaced pressure treated boards are weathering prior to applying Deck Revive? Is it advisable to use a water sealant on the old boards to protect them for the next 3 months?
testing this
reply back for testing
I found PPG PERMANIZER® Exterior 100% Acrylic Latex paint that I like, however the the finish is only available in semi-gloss vs the “gloss” which is not indicative of high vs semi. As long as it is a gloss finish is does that meet warranted standards for the Deck Revive product?
It must be high gloss, not semi-gloss.
I read somewhere that I can purchase smaller kit? I may? need just a little more. Where can I purchase this?
We do not have a smaller kit anymore.
This is a great product, highly recommend. Applied last fall and weathered our rough winter perfectly.
Is it safe to power wash? What type of soap?
We would not heavy pressure wash but you could rinse it. Use TSP as a soap or anything that is mild.
Is this paint acceptable? It says paint and primer in one. Will the primer part be ok with Deck Revive?
Yes.
Try adding some of the Permabond into it to get it more liquid. FYI, the ratios are exactly the same for each kit. It is possible that you over-mixed it causing it to become thick.
My painter did not apply the PermaBond prior the Deck Revive. I’m pretty sure that they used their usual primer. Questions: 1) What is the best way to fix this? Does the Deck Revive need to be removed? How? 2) How does Deck Revive w/ standard primer compare to regular print?
I am thinking of just waiting until it starts to peel before having them re-doing it. Is that okay or is it better to do it right away?
The Permabond is the key to the effectiveness of the Deck Revive. It has to be used.
1. Nothing you can do about it now.
2. No way to say for certain but it may peel on you. You would have to sand it all off to fix if it does.
I’ve read every faq and each comment/response from the faq and Deck Revive Kit pages (all greatly appreciated!)
Am I correct on the suitability or not of the paints below—descriptions are from product pages and/or TDS. I put in ALL-CAPS terms that might be why a paint isn’t for use with Deck Revive:
Not? Ben. Moore Floor Patio WATERBORNE Acrylic URETHANE formulated with a <URETHANE-modified alkyd resin>
Not? PPG Floor & Porch Interior/Exterior Latex 100% acrylic floor and porch paint <URETHANE fortified>
Yes? Ben. Moore Impervex Latex High Gloss Enamel <PROPRIETARY Acrylic Latex> “quick-drying, high gloss enamel…with a wide variety of interior and exterior surfaces.”
Yes? PPG Speedhide Interior/Exterior Latex <Our best interior/exterior 100% acrylic gloss> but note, “<It can be used on exterior trim, but NOT ON BODIES OF HOMES.>
Not? PPG Advantage 900 Interior/Exterior <STYRENE Acrylic WATERBORNE, very fast dry, acrylic enamel developed to have many characteristics of an alkyd enamel >
Yes? Sherwin Williams SuperPaint Exterior Acrylic Latex <with advanced acrylic resin technology > in Gloss or High Gloss
7. In a 2020 response, you said you’d use (#6) SW Superpaint over Behr Premium Porch and Patio Floor Paint Enamel (100% acrylic latex )—still true in 2023?
I truly thank you very much—our Revive Kits and PermBonds have arrived!
Yes, and it is fairly easy. It has to be an exterior acrylic water-based paint that is high gloss.
Can you recoat Deck Revive if still is good shape but just worn a bit (seems thinner less texture than when new) and just clean/wash deck, apply Permabond and then Deck Revive? If yes, still two coats or would one suffice?
Pressure wash to clean and apply Permabond when dry. One coat of the Deck Revive should work if using the same color.
My deck is 5 years old and in good shape. Do I need to use the permabond before the deck revive?
Yes.
Does the quart of latex paint that can be added to the Perma Bond primer need to be an exterior grade paint?
No need to add paint to ther PermaBond. Only needs to be added to the Deck Revive.
Can Deck Revive be applied to railings?
Yes.
Sure but sometimes it is easier to get a matching solid color deck stain for the verticals as the Revive can be overkill.
If I just apply a clear penetrating oil on the verticals, should it be applied before or after the Revive? I am concerned that if applied before, “extra” will seep into the deck and mess up correct application of the Revive?
You cannot apply a sealer before or after using the Deck Revive.
What I am asking is if I apply the penetrating oil to the verticals, I am afraid that some will drip on the deck, which the Revive will be used on. Is it better to apply the Revive on the Deck before or after the penetrating oil is applied to the verticals.
Probably does not matter as you should cover the deck, either way, to prevent the drips onto the surface.