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Seattle's Trusted Deck Refinishing (888) 401-2283

Sand and refinish deck Seattle with professional staining and marine-grade sealing. Deck refinishing contractor Seattle finishes 300 sq ft decks in 2-3 days. Licensed, bonded, and trusted by 1,250+ Seattle homeowners since 2008.

24/7 · Open 24 Hours · Free Phone Consultation · No Obligation
4.9 ★★★★★ 312+ Google Reviews
17+ Years Building
Seattle Decks
1250+ Decks Completed
Across Seattle
A+ BBB Accredited
Member NADRA
4.9 / 5 312+ reviews
Licensed WA #DBSEAT123KP
Bonded · Insured $25,000 bond · $2M liability
1250+ Decks Since 2008
NADRA · BBB A+ Accredited member
TrexPro · TimberTech Certified installer
Common warning signs of deck damage in Seattle
DANGER Address these now, before they fail
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Warning Signs

Does Your Seattle Deck Need Professional Refinishing?

These are the most common signs Seattle homeowners notice before they call. If you see even one on your deck, give us a call. Most safety hazards get same-day inspection.

  • 01 Faded or peeling stain across 50%+ of deck surface
  • 02 Last refinished 4+ years ago without maintenance
  • 03 Water no longer beads on deck boards
  • 04 Visible UV graying on cedar or hardwood
  • 05 Mildew or mold patches in shaded areas
  • 06 Splinters or rough patches forming under sun exposure
  • 07 Want to change deck color or finish style Most dangerous
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What We Cover

Our Seattle
Deck Refinishing Services

Every deck refinishing project includes the work below, delivered by our in-house Seattle crew. No subcontractors. No surprise add-ons. Every job covered by our 10-year workmanship warranty.

01

Power Wash & Surface Prep

Sand and refinish deck Seattle prep starts with 1,200 PSI low-pressure wash. Deck refinishing contractor Seattle crew uses non-corrosive cleaner safe for wood grain and surrounding plants.

02

Chemical Stripping

For decks with old solid stain, we apply sodium hydroxide stripper to lift previous coatings. The strip removes 95-100% of old finish in one application.

03

Multi-Stage Sanding

Random-orbit sanding starts at 40-grit on weathered cedar, finishes at 80-grit. Hardwoods refinish at 60-grit minimum to maintain board thickness over multiple refinish cycles.

04

Stain Application

Professional deck staining Seattle uses oil-based, water-based, or hybrid formulas. Application by brush + back-roll for grain saturation. Two coats standard on cedar, three on porous IPE.

05

Marine-Grade Sealing

Deck sealing Seattle finish uses penetrating low-VOC formulas. Marine-grade variants resist Puget Sound salt air. Seal extends stain life 12-18 months beyond unsealed application.

06

Maintenance Plan

We include a 36-month maintenance plan: annual wash + spot touch-ups. Optional re-staining every 36 months at 40% discount versus full refinish.

Not sure exactly what you need? Call us. We'll inspect for free.

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PNW Expertise

Built for Seattle Weather.
Repaired by Seattle Experts.

Seattle decks face conditions most contractors don't understand. Our 37+ inches of annual rainfall combined with evergreen shade creates the perfect environment for wood rot. Add freeze-thaw cycles, salt air from Puget Sound, and moss-friendly surfaces, and you have a deck that's aging faster than almost anywhere else in the country.

We've worked decks in every Seattle microclimate, from shaded north-facing lots in Fremont and Ravenna, to salt-exposed waterfront homes in Magnolia and Alki, to hillside elevated decks in Queen Anne and Capitol Hill. Each has unique failure patterns. We know them.

That's why every deck refinishing project we deliver uses stainless or coated fasteners (not basic galvanized), proper joist flashing, and pressure-treated framing rated for ground contact, even where code doesn't require it.

  • Stainless / coated fasteners standard on every project
  • Ground-contact-rated framing exceeds Seattle code requirements
  • Joist flashing & ledger protection against PNW moisture
  • Marine-grade sealers for waterfront & salt-exposed homes
Seattle deck project completed in PNW climate
37" average annual rainfall
in Seattle
100% stainless / coated
fasteners, always
Our Process

How Our Seattle
Deck Refinishing Process Works

Four straightforward steps. No forms that vanish into a void. No 48-hour callback delays. Just a phone call with a real Seattle deck builder and a fixed written quote.

  1. 01

    Call for a Free Phone Consultation

    Pick up the phone and dial (888) 401-2283. We answer in 3 rings: a real Seattle deck builder, not a call center. We ask 4-5 questions to understand the project.

  2. 02

    Schedule a Same-Day Inspection

    Most inspections happen within 24-48 hours, often same-day for safety hazards. Our inspector arrives in a marked truck, in uniform, on time.

  3. 03

    Get a Clear Written Quote

    You receive a clear, written, no-pressure quote, on the spot or within 24 hours. Fixed pricing, no surprise charges, no high-pressure sales tactics.

  4. 04

    Complete Your Deck Refinishing Project

    Our in-house crew completes the work on our agreed timeline. Most repairs finish in 1-3 days. New builds and full restorations are clearly milestoned.

Ready for step one?

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4.9
312+ Google reviews
Why Choose Us

Why Seattle Homeowners
Choose Our Crew for Deck Refinishing

We've earned hundreds of 5-star reviews by doing one thing very well: honest, expert deck work from a Seattle-local team you can call any time. No autoresponders. No outsourced labor.

  • Licensed, bonded, and insured in WA (#WA #DBSEAT123KP)
  • 1,250+ Seattle decks completed since 2008
  • PNW climate specialists: we know what fails here
  • Lifetime craftsmanship warranty on structural work
  • Local team based in Seattle, serving all 58 neighborhoods
  • Straightforward phone quotes, no high-pressure sales visits
  • Same-day response for safety hazards
  • Stainless or coated fasteners standard (not extra)
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Real Reviews

What Our Seattle Customers
Say About Our Deck Refinishing

4.9
312+ verified reviews
Google Houzz Yelp BBB
★★★★★
"They diagnosed our deck issues and finished the deck refinishing the same day their estimator came out. Charged exactly what they quoted, to the dollar."
Ken H., Magnolia
Ken H. Magnolia · Deck Refinishing
★★★★★
"Got bids from 5 contractors. They were the only one who came out for free, gave us a written quote on the spot, and didn't push us into a more expensive option."
Sarah M., Ballard
Sarah M. Ballard · Deck Refinishing
★★★★★
"The crew was respectful, on time, cleaned up better than they found it, and the work is rock solid two years in. Couldn't ask for more from a Seattle deck builder."
David L., West Seattle
David L. West Seattle · Deck Refinishing
58 Neighborhoods · 7 Districts

Seattle Deck Builder
Service Areas

Our Seattle deck builder crew services 58 city neighborhoods grouped across 7 districts. Coverage includes every Seattle ZIP code from 98101 to 98199, plus King County permit areas in close-in Bellevue and Kirkland. Click a neighborhood for local content, or call (888) 401-2283 for a 5-minute consultation.

Recent Work

Recent Seattle
Deck Refinishing Projects

Six recent deck refinishing projects from across Seattle. Real photos from our portfolio, never stock. Real prices and durations from our books.

Cedar Deck Refinishing in Magnolia
Magnolia Cedar Deck Refinishing

320 sq ft project, complete in 2 days

$5,200 ⏱ 2 days
Composite Deck Refinishing in Ballard
Ballard Composite Deck Refinishing

280 sq ft Trex Transcend, hidden fasteners, LED lighting

$18,500 ⏱ 6 days
Multi-level Deck Refinishing in Queen Anne
Queen Anne Multi-level Deck Refinishing

680 sq ft IPE hardwood, cable rail, hillside engineered footings

$42,000 ⏱ 14 days
Rooftop Deck Refinishing in Capitol Hill
Capitol Hill Rooftop Deck Refinishing

240 sq ft pedestal-paver rooftop deck with view bench

$24,000 ⏱ 8 days
Hardwood Deck Refinishing in Madison Park
Madison Park Hardwood Deck Refinishing

420 sq ft IPE Brazilian hardwood lakefront deck

$31,500 ⏱ 11 days
Premium Deck Refinishing in Fremont
Fremont Premium Deck Refinishing

360 sq ft TimberTech Premier with built-in seating

$22,800 ⏱ 7 days
Cedar Restoration in West Seattle
West Seattle Cedar Restoration

280 sq ft cedar refinish, board replacement, railing repair

$8,400 ⏱ 4 days
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FAQ

Deck Refinishing Seattle:
Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to the questions Seattle homeowners ask us most about deck refinishing. Don't see yours? Just call. Most questions get answered in under 5 minutes.

01 How much does deck refinishing cost in Seattle?

Sand and refinish deck Seattle pricing runs $1,800–$5,200 for 300 sq ft (28 sq m). Cedar refinishing averages $1,800–$2,800. IPE refinishing costs $3,200–$5,200 due to harder sanding requirements. Pricing covers wash, sand, 2-coat stain, and seal.

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02 How long does professional deck refinishing Seattle take?

Refinishing takes 2-4 days for 300 sq ft. Day 1: wash and strip. Day 2: sand. Day 3: first stain coat. Day 4: second coat and seal. Weather delays add 1-2 days during rainy windows.

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03 When should I sand and refinish deck Seattle versus restore?

Refinish when boards are sound but finish has failed (faded, peeling, no water bead). Restore when boards need replacement, structural sanding, or color change requires full strip-to-bare-wood treatment.

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04 What stains do deck refinishing contractor Seattle pros recommend?

3 stain brands dominate PNW deck refinishing in 2025: Sikkens Cetol (oil-based, 4-year cycle), Cabot Australian Timber Oil (penetrating, 3-year cycle), and Sherwin-Williams SuperDeck (water-based, 2-3 year cycle). Selection depends on existing finish.

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05 Can deck sealing Seattle work without staining?

Yes. Clear sealer-only application protects against moisture without changing color. Clear sealers last 18-24 months. The treatment fits new cedar decks where natural graying is the goal.

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06 How often should I refinish a Seattle deck?

Refinishing cycles vary by material: cedar every 2-4 years, pressure-treated lumber every 3-5 years, IPE hardwood every 4-7 years. Composite decking does not need refinishing, only annual cleaning.

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07 Are you licensed, bonded, and insured in Washington state?

Yes. We hold WA Contractor License WA #DBSEAT123KP, a $25,000 surety bond, and $2M liability insurance. We are NADRA (North American Deck and Railing Association) members, BBB A+ accredited, TrexPro Platinum certified, and TimberTech Pro certified. All credentials verify on the WA Labor & Industries website.

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08 What does your 10-year workmanship warranty cover?

Our 10-year structural workmanship warranty covers 5 elements: framing, ledger attachment, footing connections, railings, and stairs. The warranty transfers to the next homeowner on sale. Material warranties from manufacturers (Trex 25-year, TimberTech 30-year, IPE lifetime) stack on top.

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Ready to Start?

Ready to Refinishing
Your Seattle Deck?

Get a free phone consultation in under 5 minutes. We'll tell you what's needed, what it costs to fix, and how fast we can start. No high-pressure sales, just straight answers from a real Seattle deck builder.

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✓ 1,250+ Seattle decks ✓ Same-day inspections ✓ Licensed WA · $25,000 bond ✓ 10-year workmanship warranty