About Dan Donavin Expertise I can answer questions regarding planning, repairing, hiring contractors, and building decks, stairs, landings, and most residential outdoor woodwork. I know the building codes for my surrounding counties but I cannot answer specific question on passing inspections unless it is something nationwide.
Experience I have 10 years of carpentry experience and the last five years owning my own company. I currently build, repair and replace stairs and decking for new construction, remodeling, and commercial customers. I am often called on to bring stairs and decks up to code in new construction sites. I have used most new types of decking, railing, post, and fencing materials that are on the market.
Organizations Habit for Humanity
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Education/Credentials College of Dupage two years business and sales coursework
Expert: Dan Donavin Date: 7/16/2008 Subject: New Screened in Porch
Question QUESTION: Hi,
I had my deck converted to a Screened In Porch. Pressure Treated wood was used. It was painted immediately & green is coming through the wood & looks terrible. What can be done to remedy the situation?
ANSWER: Hi Margo,
You need to sand the old paint off and repaint with a good exterior grade paint that is approved for treated lumber. Do not use a home improvement store's brand try a Sherwin Williams or similar level of paint.
Good Luck
Dan Donavin
Gorgeous Stone Stucco Tile Corp.
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QUESTION: Hi Dan,
Can the Screened In Porch be painted immediately, after all the old paint is sanded off, or do I need to let the Pressure Treated Wood dry out?
THANKS!
Margo
Answer Hi Margo,
If you use the right paint, you should not have a problem. Depending on where your live is how often you need to repaint. If the wood is wet from the weather, you do need to let it dry out.
Good Luck
Dan Donavin
Gorgeous Stone Stucco Tile Corp.
gorgeousbuilders@yahoo.com
