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WebmasterAlex
07-25-2002, 07:14 PM
They are about 1/2 way done

http://www.wdwinfo.com/alexmeetpics/deck4.jpg

http://www.wdwinfo.com/alexmeetpics/deck6.jpg

I didn't really specify the quality of the Mahogany so I was a little worried about the quality. I shouldn't have worried. It is absolutely gorgeous, clear and knot free.

http://www.wdwinfo.com/alexmeetpics/deck5.jpg

I guess they do it a little different different down here then in Canada. To answer your question from yesterday Snowwark, it is face nailed with 8 penny stainless steel ring shank nails.

http://www.wdwinfo.com/alexmeetpics/deck7.jpg
WebmasterAlex
07-25-2002, 07:44 PM
and Kim if I am taking over your board with my deck project you can yell at the webmaster :teeth:
Snowwark
07-25-2002, 08:16 PM
The deck is coming along great Alex, and it's so big!! Thanks for answering my question, but I have another one. What are you going to be treating it with when it's finished? :)

.....yell at a Webmaster, me?......a mere baby mod? I wouldn't dream of it.........lol. :cool:
WebmasterAlex
07-25-2002, 08:20 PM
We have been talking about that... the builder suggested linseed oil but I think I am going to use something a little better... the wood is so beautiful.. thinking about something called Sikkens Cetol Dek.. very expensive but I have heard really good things...
Cetol Dek (http://209.104.132.192/product.cfm?product_id=23&product_category=deck)
I would be open to suggestions though! :)
Snowwark
07-25-2002, 08:31 PM
The Cetol is a perfect choice, highly recommended!! :)

Linseed oil tends to get sticky and gooey........ so I've been told! :cool:
WebmasterAlex
07-25-2002, 08:33 PM
That's what I have heard too!
Tulirose
07-25-2002, 09:13 PM
First it was pool apron envy and now deck envy --- that's what I have....... :)
amid chaos
07-25-2002, 09:55 PM
beautiful Alex...especially the nail.
TigH
07-26-2002, 06:13 AM
Thanks for the update. I have been following the progess and it's amazing how quickly this is getting built. So, when is the deck party? :) I'll bring the beer!!!!! (oh, and a potted plant!)
gina2000
07-26-2002, 07:25 AM
Amid! HA!

Love the pics, Alex.
Mamu
07-26-2002, 12:15 PM
It's absolutely beautiful, I don't think I would ever go in the house again. I would live right on the deck.
snuggles
07-26-2002, 07:56 PM
I'm more impressed with the nail. ;) No really, thats going to be a beautiful deck. Down here all the decks are pine.
TimNDansMom
07-26-2002, 08:28 PM
I don't think I've ever seen a Mahogony deck, Alex. It's simply gorgeous! :D