Decking treatments

Can some of the products used to treat decking to maintain it actually prove harmful? Can this be the case? How can I avoid this or at least reduce the risk? Are some products better to use than others? Thanks in advance.

Asked by Charles on 26th Apr 2021
Expert Trade Answers
"There are some great water based shed and fence paints available these days and they are your best option as they contain less harmful chemicals."
Answered on 12th Nov 2021 - Member since Nov 2021 - report
"Ronseal decking treatment is really good and the other is Sika wood oil.
Both are available at good suppliers."
Answered on 28th Jul 2021 - Member since Jul 2021 - report
"Most building suppliers sell decking paint now top advice is Ronseal"
Answered on 16th Feb 2022 - Member since Jan 2022 - report
"you can never go wrong with ronseal, one of the best on the market"
Answered on 25th Jul 2022 - Member since Jul 2022 - report
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