DEFY Composite Deck Sealer and Composite Deck Restorer
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About DEFY Composite Deck Sealer and Composite Deck Restorer
Overall Feedback:
89% positive
85% appreciated its fast drying time, but 15% had to wait too long
The sealer dries to touch from 30 min to a couple of hours, and it is recommended to let it dry overnight before putting furniture back on the deck.
I applied the sealer right after power washing the composite deck on a sunny day. The liquid may look blueish but it dries without any color or texture change.
The sealer dries to touch from 30 min to a couple hours. It is recommended to let it dry overnight before putting furniture back on the deck.
I used the sealer on a sunny day and applied it right after it dried out. The liquid looked blueish but dried without any color or texture change.
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88% found it easy to apply
I gave 5 stars for the ease of application and looks of the hardware sealer. I will return to review its durability at a later date.
It is very easy to apply the product to a clean deck and after letting it dry for 24 hours, my deck looked brand new.
I applied the hardware-sealer with standard painting rollers and brushes, and only used about 1.75 gallons.
I used a standard paint roller with a long handle for application.
82% appreciated its moisture resistance, but 18% found it let water in
When dark clouds and rain interrupted the application, the product worked well. The surface showed good moisture resistance with water beading up.
After applying the product, I am able to squeegee away more water from the deck than before, indicating that the moisture resistance of the deck has improved. This positive feedback is regarding the feature of moisture resistance of hardware-sealers.
I notice water beading when it rains, even though the product is not marketed as waterproofing.
In direct sunlight and moderate temperatures, the deck feels slightly tacky/sticky. It doesn't happen in cooler weather, so it seems temperature-related.
89% praised for its strong adhesive, while 11% found it didn't hold well
I have complained that the deck surface is still sticky after applying the product, as if it had been covered with spray glue.
After removing unnecessary wording: The deck surface is still sticky after applying the product, as if it had been covered with spray glue.
In direct sunlight, even in moderate temperatures, the deck feels slightly tacky/sticky. This may be due to the adhesive strength of the hardware-sealers.
86% liked its flexibility, but 14% found it too rigid
I don't use the hardware-sealer on the railings as I can easily use my power washer each Spring and Fall to clear any mildew that might show up.
I had to use a brush to apply the sealant in between the boards, which was time-consuming and tiring, but necessary.
86% praised for its long shelf life, while 14% found it expired quickly
Our product has a shelf life of two to six years depending on weather and exposure.
I will see how the product looks in Spring 2022 as it is said to last for a couple of years.
