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Composite Wood Decks with Defy Sealer

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Defy Composite Deck Sealer

Last Updated on December 1, 2022 by chuckm

Composite Wood Decks with Defy Composite Waterproofing Sealer and Cleaner

Many homeowners are going with the composite type decks these days. Composite decks are usually made from a material containing some wood, plastic or another type of durable products. Though composite decks can be marketed as “maintenance free” they really aren’t. Anything that is exposed to the elements will degrade over time if it is not protected.

Defy Composite Deck SealerThe good news is that a composite deck can be protected just like a wood deck. Using a stain like Defy Composite Sealer that will penetrate the dense composite material is the key.

The surface can be cleaned and treated with a sealer to block out the sun’s damaging UV rays and moisture. When these types of decks are not protected they can gray out, warp, split, and collect mold and mildew.

Before staining a composite deck it first has to be cleaned. A good composite deck cleaner Such as the Defy Composite Cleaner should be applied onto the surface. The composite deck can then be pressure washed or scrubbed with a stiff brush to remove any dirt, grime, graying, or mold/mildew. Once the surface is clean it can air dry for a day or so.

Be careful not to use just any type of wood sealer on a composite deck. The material is very dense and most stains will not penetrate it very well. A sealer like Defy Composite Sealer is specially formulated to penetrate very dense hardwoods and also works very well on composite decks. It will dive into the surface of the deck and help shield against the sun and unwanted moisture.

Apply Defy Composite Deck Sealer using a brush, roller, or sprayer. Apply one board or section at a time. Apply only as much Defy as the composite will soak up. Wipe or back brush any excess stain so as to not leave any puddles, runs, or drips.

Maintaining a composite deck is made easy with Defy. Keep your composite surfaces looking like the day they were installed and enjoy them for many years to come.

Defy Composite Deck Sealer can be used on all composite wood brands such as: TREX, Fiberon, Azek, TimberTech, etc. It should not be used on solid plastic decking.

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Bob mayer
Bob mayer
2 years ago

Can this be applied in the fall with Temps in the day around 50 and the nights drop to around 30?

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Admin
2 years ago
Reply to  Bob mayer

Yes, but it cannot drop below freezing the first night.

Taki
Taki
2 years ago

Can this product seal old uncapped composite decking?

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Admin
2 years ago
Reply to  Taki

It seals old composite decking.

Scott Smolar
Scott Smolar
2 years ago

I have a Trex Railing system that has lost its luster, and has a whitish “film” on it.  Will Defy restore it so it looks nice again? 

Dan workman
Dan workman
2 years ago

Is there are product that would seal and possibly, say darken a faded tan to more brownish?

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Admin
2 years ago
Reply to  Dan workman

No, they will not darken the composite.

Sharon
Sharon
3 years ago

Can a stain be added to the sealer?

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Admin
3 years ago
Reply to  Sharon

No, that is not possible.

Dan
Dan
3 years ago

Will this product restore some of the faded color?

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Admin
3 years ago
Reply to  Dan

No, it will seal the wood but it is not possible for a clear sealer to “enhance” the color.

Cab
Cab
3 years ago

Deck is approximately 500 sq. ft I applied gallon and a half. I left no “holidays in application” there are no  shiney or white spots. I’m going with my “gut” will apply second coat. It took three days to clean without power washer. Is there a possibility I applied to thin? Thanking you Happy Sunday 

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Admin
3 years ago
Reply to  Cab

Yes, you could have applied too thin.

Cab
Cab
3 years ago

Can I apply second coat after first drys complete 

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Admin
3 years ago
Reply to  Cab

Probably would be over kill do that and it may not penetrate fully.

Keith
Keith
4 years ago

Can this be used to seal the cut ends of composite boards?

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Admin
4 years ago
Reply to  Keith

Sure.

Diane
Diane
4 years ago

can this be used on Timber Tech composite decking?

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Admin
4 years ago
Reply to  Diane

If composite then yes.

Sally
Sally
4 years ago

Can this product be used on Eon composite decking?

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Admin
4 years ago
Reply to  Sally

If composite yes, not if it is 100% plastic as most EON is.

Nigel
Nigel
4 years ago

Sorry trex deck

Nigel
Nigel
4 years ago

I just power washed my tree deck and looks great now to apply defy sealer, is it okay not to use cleaner as it looks good no black spots

Tyler
Tyler
4 years ago

I bought this product and applied around half a gallon on my first coat and have multiple white spots. How can I fix this?

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Admin
4 years ago
Reply to  Tyler

Did you buy this from us? We do not see any orders in your email address.

Tyler
Tyler
4 years ago
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Hello, I purchased two bottles off amazon of your product.

thanks,
tyler

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Admin
4 years ago
Reply to  Tyler

We do not sell on Amazon. Please contact the manufacturer directly for assistance. Saver Systems

Jon VanSchoick
Jon VanSchoick
5 years ago

I have Fiberon Professional Decking, 10 years old, can I use your product?

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Admin
5 years ago
Reply to  Jon VanSchoick

If it is composite, then yes.

Joanne Green
Joanne Green
5 years ago

Can you apply on deck during hot and humid days? Is it best to make sure there’s not rain during first day or so after applied?

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Admin
5 years ago
Reply to  Joanne Green

Deck temp needs to be below 90 so it does not flash dry. It can take rain in 6 hours after it dries.

Steve
Steve
5 years ago

How long will the application last?

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Admin
5 years ago
Reply to  Steve

A couple of years is normal.

Sharon
Sharon
5 years ago

Last Fall I power washed my composite deck before applying product with a sprayer and deck brush, careful to follow directions. I have some patchy areas of ‘white’ which is very noticeable on dark brown deck boards. Cause?? How to remedy?? Disappointed in final appearance..

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Admin
5 years ago
Reply to  Sharon

It could be many things. It could be due to the prep, the wood itself, or over application of the sealer. Hard to say what the reason is or how to fix without more details. Do you have a picture?

Jeffrey
Jeffrey
5 years ago
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I also have some white areas from the over application, this was applied with a sprayer, and is just dry for 24 hours. Is there a remedy?

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Admin
5 years ago
Reply to  Jeffrey

It may go away once fully cured in a few days or week. I would wait and see.

Jeffrey Mitchell
Jeffrey Mitchell
5 years ago

Can you add Sherwin Williams shark grip to this product

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Admin
5 years ago

No, you cannot add a grip to this sealer.

Roger
Roger
5 years ago

I used the Deyf composite cleaner and then used your deyf composite clear sealer. I am still seeing white specks on boards and I think I need to strip it down now and used some solid stain to restore to an acceptable look. What do you recommend to strip off the Defy sealer?

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Admin
5 years ago
Reply to  Roger

Use the Defy Stain Stripper.

Gina
Gina
5 years ago

do you sell in 5 gallon containers?

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Admin
5 years ago
Reply to  Gina

Mo, only gallons for this product.

Gina
Gina
5 years ago
Reply to  Gina

How much would be needed for 2250 linear feet?

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Admin
5 years ago
Reply to  Gina

We would need a sq. footage number, not linear.

Gina
Gina
5 years ago
Reply to  Gina

Ok how much For 1700 square feet for composite sealer

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5 years ago
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Bob
Bob
6 years ago

How many square feet per gallon?

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6 years ago
Reply to  Bob

About 150 Sq feet per gallon.

Dave
Dave
6 years ago

where can I buy the sealer? Local stores? Dubuque Iowa area

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Admin
6 years ago
Reply to  Dave

We sell only online from our website.

Mike G
Mike G
6 years ago

Is the Composite Decking Sealer the same as the Brightner? I was told you could purchase a concentrate brightner to enhance to surface shine. Sounds like the Sealer is the same product. Can you confirm?

Thanks,

Mike G

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Admin
6 years ago
Reply to  Mike G

Hello, not they are not the same, not even close. A wood brightener would not enhance the shine either.

JOHN TURNER
JOHN TURNER
6 years ago

CAN DEFY SEALER BE USED ON TREK CAPPED DECKING?

boards capped on top and sides but not bottom want to seal bottom

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Admin
6 years ago
Reply to  JOHN TURNER

As long as the bottom is composite and porous for the sealer to soak in, then yes.

Jim butcher
Jim butcher
6 years ago

Is compositedesck the same as a trek deck

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Admin
6 years ago
Reply to  Jim butcher

Not all Trex products are composite but some are. For the sealer to work, the decking must be porous.

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Admin
7 years ago

[quote name=”Charles Cooper”]Looking to purchase your product for the composite decking cleaner and sealer in the UK, can you advise any supplier that can help.
Regards
Charles[/quote]
I am sorry but there are not any dealers in the UK.

Charles Cooper
Charles Cooper
7 years ago

Looking to purchase your product for the composite decking cleaner and sealer in the UK, can you advise any supplier that can help.
Regards
Charles

Vivian Vradenburg
Vivian Vradenburg
7 years ago

How many square feet will 1 gallon cover on a new composite decking. Defy Composite Deck Sealer

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Admin
7 years ago

[quote name=”Jerry Rozendal”]is your sealer available in Canada?[/quote]
It is not. We ship there from our website.

Jerry Rozendal
Jerry Rozendal
7 years ago

is your sealer available in Canada?

Vicki Brandt
Vicki Brandt
8 years ago

Just finished cleaning our composite deck with Scott’s Outdoor Cleaner with Oxy Clean. Looks pretty good. Thought there might be a better solution than scrubbing and power washing every year and found your product. Should we redo the cleaning process with your cleaner before applying the composite sealer or is the Scott’s clean ok?

Ron Moody
Ron Moody
8 years ago

Is there a store in New Hampshire that we can purchase this product?????

Mrak Richardson
Mrak Richardson
8 years ago

My trex deck is flaking, and damaged. I want to put outdoor carpet over it. If I put your sealer on the trex before glueing the carpet down do you think it will be the best product for what I want to do?
Thanks
Mark

Debbie
Debbie
9 years ago

We have read many good reviews on your product and would like to know how can we tell if we have a composite wood deck or a solid plastic deck as I see your product should not be used on a solid plastic deck? We purchased our home 2 years ago, it was built 8 years ago, and we don’t have any idea about the deck floors or steps. We just sealed our wooden deck railings and now the deck floors and steps (which are either composite wood or plastic)look so faded and dull. We would like to brighten them up also. We appreciate your help.

Thank You,
Debbie

mary gill
mary gill
9 years ago

Will Defy sealant work on Geo-Deck composite decking?

LES WIEBE
LES WIEBE
9 years ago

Hi. where in Winnipeg, Canada can I purchase this composite deck sealer?

Sharon McQueen
Sharon McQueen
10 years ago

I would like to order Defy Sealant for composite decks, but I can’t figure out how to do it on-line. Please advise.

Tom
Tom
10 years ago

What is coverage for a gallon of deck sealer? Can’t find mention of it in literature.

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