What’s the best way to prepare cypress and western cedar exterior siding for retreating?

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Gijohn asked:


I’ve been told spraying with straight bleach and a quick water rinse to take out the “blackness”. Would pressure washing to the job? Planning on using Sikkens Cetol to retreat.

Cathy
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    2 Responses to “What’s the best way to prepare cypress and western cedar exterior siding for retreating?”

    1. Carol S Says:
      December 5th, 2007 at 4:39 am

      I think its called sand blasting. Then you refinnish it.

    2. split dog Says:
      December 8th, 2007 at 12:53 pm

      Nice stuff.
      Bleach solution will work , but is not best choice.
      It will mess up a power washer if that’s what you had in mind.
      Got to be cheaper , but it will give spotty results.
      See if Sikkens makes a cleaner that works w/ their wood treatment.
      Best to apply preservative soon as instructions allow.
      Good luck