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Drew Isaacman

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Expertise

Outdoor Wood Refinishing questions of almost any type. Restoration and maintenance questions as well. Cannot answer questions related to construction, replacement of boards, etc.

Experience in the area

Restore and maintain at least two decks per week.

Organizations

Teak & Deck Professionals

Publications

ezines

Education/Credentials

BS Industrial Engineering, Drexel University

Past/Present Clients

Numerous commercial and residential customers

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There is more misinformation regarding deck refinishing on the internet than you can believe. Only take advice from an individual who has real experience across hundreds of examples.

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Recent Reviews from Users

User	Date	K	C	P	Comments
Rick	03/27/12	10	10	10
Chris Connolly	08/31/11	10	10	10	Thank you for your answer!
Bonnie	07/27/11	10	10	10	Ok thanks. I may contact you again .....
victor	07/22/11	10	10	10
John	05/03/11	10	10	10	Awesome....thank you much!!

Recent Answers from Drew Isaacman

2011-07-21 Can't get deck cleaner off/out of deck wood- HELP!:

I don't think powerwashing will help and may in fact hurt if done incorrectly. I also can't really weigh in on whether the sanding will solve all of your problem. I know you're looking for answers but

2011-07-21 Can't get deck cleaner off/out of deck wood- HELP!:

Hi Bonnie, Sorry to hear about your problem. We have seen similar things happen with Olympic cleaner in the past so they definitely have an issue with their product. That said, about the only thing

2011-07-18 problem deck:

Hi Angie, Lots of things going on. Don't know of many "good quality tinted water repellants" so not real sure what you used. They can go very blotchy. A paint and a solid stain are basically the same

2011-07-11 When to Stain a New Mahogany Deck:

A few months may be pushing it. In California, we would never wait more than 1-2 weeks before staining and we do 2-3 hardwood decks per week. More importantly than the wait time, the deck should at least

2011-06-15 Deck:

Hi, You're right on the Thompson's - does not last at all and is not worth it. I understand you'd like a 'clear' product but it is the pigment in an sealer that provides protection from the sun. Without

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