They started putting down the decking today

[WebmasterAlex]

They are about 1/2 way done

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.

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.

 

[WebmasterAlex]

and Kim if I am taking over your board with my deck project you can yell at the webmaster

 

[Snowwark]

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.

 

[WebmasterAlex]

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
I would be open to suggestions though!

 

[Snowwark]

The Cetol is a perfect choice, highly recommended!!

Linseed oil tends to get sticky and gooey........ so I've been told!

 

[WebmasterAlex]

That's what I have heard too!

 

[Tulirose]

First it was pool apron envy and now deck envy --- that's what I have.......

 

[amid chaos]

beautiful Alex...especially the nail.

 

[TigH]

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]

Amid! HA!

Love the pics, Alex.

 

[Mamu]

It's absolutely beautiful, I don't think I would ever go in the house again. I would live right on the deck.

 

[snuggles]

I'm more impressed with the nail. No really, thats going to be a beautiful deck. Down here all the decks are pine.

 

[TimNDansMom]

I don't think I've ever seen a Mahogony deck, Alex. It's simply gorgeous!