reedsterstl
New Member
Went to bid a deck yesterday that had not been touched in about 8 years. To say the least it needs HELP. But the sad part is, the home owner put a Thompson's semi-trans stain on it. It is the most god awful charcoal color and the home owner wants to keep the same color. Stripping it shouldn't be much of a problem because it has failed most everywhere, but matching the color is going to be tough. All too many times I have found out that my competitors are not stripping prior failed stains so they under bid me. I have tried to explain the stripping process and that without it the new stain may and most times will not take. I build decks also, and make it a point to educate the home owner as to the importance of having the deck protected. There is a lot of controversy on when to do this. My belief is do it as soon as possible. If anyone knows a manufacturer, other than the "T" people, that has this color please tell me. I would like to get this bid, but the color matching may prohibit this. Thanks to all. Finally the season starts.
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