BruceK
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I`m close to starting this, using either Sikaflex 290DC,or Deckflex MSP100,as the caulk,with matching primer.
The existing caulk is in poor condition, letting water under it. To remove it (some will come out very easy) and clean the channel, I`m thinking of using a router, maybe making the groove a little deeper to give better attachment and compensate the loss of thickness of the teak occurring over time.
I don`t own,and have never used,a router.Is this a good way to go,is there a more suitable power tool?
Alternatively I can dig the old caulk out using a blade down the sides and a 1/4 inch chisel or screwdriver to scrape out. I did that fairly successfully in a few specific areas, masking the edges before pumping in the caulk.
I judge the condition of the teak just good enough to warrant doing the job. The decks do not feel soft anywhere.
Deckflex say that after curing, sand the whole deck, caulk and all,to a flat surface.
Advice,tips,experiences,would be appreciated.
BruceK, Sydney Australia.
The existing caulk is in poor condition, letting water under it. To remove it (some will come out very easy) and clean the channel, I`m thinking of using a router, maybe making the groove a little deeper to give better attachment and compensate the loss of thickness of the teak occurring over time.
I don`t own,and have never used,a router.Is this a good way to go,is there a more suitable power tool?
Alternatively I can dig the old caulk out using a blade down the sides and a 1/4 inch chisel or screwdriver to scrape out. I did that fairly successfully in a few specific areas, masking the edges before pumping in the caulk.
I judge the condition of the teak just good enough to warrant doing the job. The decks do not feel soft anywhere.
Deckflex say that after curing, sand the whole deck, caulk and all,to a flat surface.
Advice,tips,experiences,would be appreciated.
BruceK, Sydney Australia.