Deck Sealer for CCA Treated Lumber - By: Clay Lamb

CCA treated wood is also known as chromated copper arsenate treated wood. Arsenic is a human carcinogen. Is this type of wood safe? What if I have a structure made form this type of wood? The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has deemed that this particular chemical treated wood does not pose an unreasonable threat to the health and safety of adults and children. The EPA does not require that decks, playground equipment, or other structures be torn down if they are made with this type of lumber. However, food should not be placed directly on this wood nor should children eat before washing their hands after having played on a CCA treated playset (as with any type of lumber.)

Should you be scared about your CCA treated lumber? No, but you definitely need to take the initiative to seal your lumber. Deck stains come in many different forms, colors, and percent of pigmentation, but one deck stain that has proven itself time and time again is the DEFY Epoxy Fortified Wood Stain. Instead of merely forming a film over the wood, which quickly loses its ability to protect the wood at all, this deck stain will penetrate the wood's pores. This will help to contain the chemicals in the lumber and keep the wood looking nicer looking longer. This penetrating wood stain comes in many different colors to match up with your existing wood and create the look you desire to have for your deck or other wood structure.

Do not purchase film forming deck stains. Film forming deck stains are a danger because, although they provide a beautiful finish finish for a short while the stain quickly peels after exposure to the elements. This becomes very unattractive and requires the tedious stain stripping process. A penetrating wood stain will absorb into the pores of the wood and provide a deep protection for the wood. The DEFY Epoxy Fortified Wood Stain comes with ultraviolet protection to shield the wood from the sun as it protects the wood from precipitation. Sun can do major damage to your wood by quickly fading its color.

CCA treated lumber does not cause an extreme health risk. However, prevent any unnecessary exposure to arsenate, a human carcinogen, by sealing your wood with a deck stain. This deck stain will prevent excessive amounts of chemicals from seeping into the soil surrounding your wood structure and will allow less to come in contact with loved ones like pets and children.

About the Author

Clay Lamb is a wood care expert, having worked in the business since 1981. That has been nearly 28 years now, and he has more advice to offer now than ever before. His business has encompassed two generations of hardworking men and women so you can rest assured that his advice on stains and cleaners,for wood is the best available.

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