How To Care For and Maintain Your Tigerwood Deck

Tigerwood Deck Maintenance

TigerWood decks bring unparalleled beauty to your outdoor space. Keep it beautiful with some light maintanence.

After installation, apply a high-quality finish to your Tigerwood deck. Talk with your friendly Rick’s salesperson for product recommendations.

Annually clean your Tigerwood deck:

  1. Start by clearing away dirt and debris from the wood surface.
  2. Mix a bucket of wood & deck cleaner with water following the mixture on the cleaner’s instructions.
  3. Apply the solution generously onto the wood using a garden sprayer, mop, or brush, ensuring the surface remains wet. Allow it to sit for 10-15 minutes.
  4. Scrub the wood surface with a stiff broom or scrub brush, then rinse thoroughly with clean water.
  5. Apply your hardwood deck finish

Tigerwood Deck Warranty

Frequently Asked Questions About Tigerwood Decks

    • How should I maintain my Tigerwood deck’s beautiful colors?

      For Tigerwood and similar tropical hardwoods, it's recommended to use a UV Oil instead of a stain or sealer. Unlike stains, UV Oil doesn't change the color, and unlike sealers, it doesn't provide water protection. Tigerwood's natural colors and inherent resistance to water penetration make stains and sealers unnecessary.
    • How should I clean my Tigerwood deck?

      To clean your Tigerwood deck, use a solution of mild detergent and water along with a soft-bristled brush or cloth to gently scrub the surface. Using a pressure washer is not recommended.
    • How should I fasten down Tigerwood boards?

      Tigerwood requires pre-drilling. Rick’s offer a color matched split stop screw that is designed for this application. Pre-drill fastener pilot holes (deck board only). A minimum of 1/8” spacing required between deck boards. Deck boards should be attached with two screws at each joist (face screw only).
    • Do I need to end seal Tigerwood boards?

      After crosscutting, exposed ends should be sealed with clear paraffin wax based end sealer.
    • Where is Tigerwood Grown?

      Goncalo Alves is a common tree in the upland forest of many regions, from Mexico and Central America to Columbia, Venezuela, Brazil and Ecuador.

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