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Can mahogany decking be left to weather?

lakeshore | Posted in General Discussion on

Hello,

I am building a new deck. On the other side of the house is a 10 year old mahogany deck that is untreated. It has weathered to a gray and there does not appear to be any rot, splitting or cupping. Can I leave the new decking to do the same or is the old deck some fluke, and the new wood needs to be sealed? I am interested in a no maintenance material and do not care if the wood grays.

Thanks.

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    JDRHI | | #1

    Mahogany will do just fine. No sealing necessary.

    But be sure to space the deck boards. It swells greatly when wet.

    J. D. Reynolds
    Home Improvements

     

     


    1. lakeshore | | #2

      Thanks!

    2. rez | | #3

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