Deck Restoration Blackburn | Sanding, Oiling & Safety Repairs
If your deck in Blackburn looks patchy, feels rough underfoot, or has nails starting to lift, it’s more than just cosmetic — it’s telling you something isn’t right.
We provide professional deck restoration throughout Blackburn and Melbourne’s eastern suburbs, focusing on safety, consistency, and long-term performance. With 17+ years experience and 183 five-star Google reviews, we fix the underlying issues — not just the surface.
📞 Call 1300 363 478 to book a free on-site deck assessment
Bought the House… and Not Sure What’s Been Done to the Deck?
This is one of the most common calls we get in Blackburn.
New owners move in, the deck looks okay from a distance, but once you start using it the problems show up fast:
- the colour is uneven and blotchy
- some boards look dry while others stay dark
- nails or screws are proud and catching feet
- the surface splinters when the kids run across it
- it’s slippery after rain — even in mild weather
Often, no one really knows what the deck has been coated with before. Acrylic? Oil? How many times? Was it ever stripped back? Usually the answer is “not sure”.
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“We’d just bought the house and couldn’t work out why the deck looked so uneven. They explained it straight away.”
— Google Review
👉 If you’ve inherited a deck and don’t trust it, start with a proper inspection.
Why Blackburn Decks Show These Problems So Clearly
Blackburn’s environment brings deck issues to the surface faster than many suburbs.
Here’s what we regularly see:
- Uneven finishes
Caused by mixed coatings, patch repairs, or oil soaking differently into damp vs dry boards. - Lifting nails & screws
Timber movement from moisture and temperature changes pushes fixings up over time — a real safety risk. - Splintering timber
Older boards and failed coatings dry out unevenly, creating sharp grain and loose fibres underfoot. - Persistent damp patches
Heavy tree cover and limited sun exposure mean some areas never properly dry. - Unknown coating history
New owners often inherit layers of incompatible products that simply won’t play nicely together.
A quick re-oil won’t fix these issues. In many cases, it actually makes them worse.
👉 The only way forward is to reset the deck properly.
How We Restore Blackburn Decks (With Safety in Mind)
Every deck we restore in Blackburn is approached with the same goal: make it safe, consistent, and reliable again.
1. Fixing Inspection & Resetting
We identify and reset lifting nails and screws so the surface is safe before sanding begins.
2. Board Levelling & Decupping
Uneven boards are flattened to remove trip points and stop water pooling.
3. Full Sand-Back
All old coatings — whatever they may be — are removed so we’re working with clean timber, not guesswork.
4. Deep Degreasing
Critical for decks with unknown coating history. This pulls contaminants out of the timber.
5. Mechanical Scrubbing
Orbital scrubbing lifts embedded grime, old residue, and mould from the grain.
6. Finishing Sand
Smooths the surface and removes splintering, making the deck barefoot-friendly again.
7. Controlled Rinse
Cleaned thoroughly without damaging timber fibres.
8. Timber Brightening
Restores natural colour and evens out tone across the deck.
9. Correct Coating Application
Two coats of a premium water-based oil applied under the right conditions for even absorption and grip.
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“The kids can run on it again without us worrying about splinters or nails.”
— Google Review
👉 Book a free on-site assessment and get clarity before it gets worse.
A Typical Blackburn Job We See
The deck:
Rear entertaining deck on a Blackburn family home, recently purchased.
The issues:
Uneven colour, splintering boards, lifting nails near steps, slippery patches after rain.
What we found:
Multiple incompatible coatings applied over the years, no levelling, fixings never reset.
The result:
A smooth, consistent, non-slip deck with all fixings addressed and the timber properly restored.
👉 If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone — and it’s fixable.
Questions Blackburn Homeowners Ask Us
Is it normal for nails to lift over time?
Yes — especially in shaded, moisture-affected areas. They need to be reset properly, not hammered back in.
Can splintering decks be made safe again?
In most cases, yes. Proper sanding and levelling remove sharp grain and exposed fibres.
Do you need to know what coating was used before?
No. We assess, strip back where required, and reset the deck so the new coating performs properly.
Is inspection really necessary?
Absolutely. Uneven finishes, fixings, and moisture exposure can’t be assessed properly without seeing the deck.
👉 Have questions? Let’s walk it and talk it through on site.
Deck Restoration in Blackburn & Surrounding Areas
We restore decks throughout Blackburn and the surrounding eastern suburbs, including:
- Blackburn
- Blackburn North
- Blackburn South
- Nunawading
- Forest Hill
- Mitcham
- Box Hill
If you’re nearby, there’s a good chance we’re already working in your area.
Why Homeowners Trust Deck Rejuvenation
- We fix safety issues — not just appearance
- We deal with lifting fixings properly
- We remove unknown coatings instead of guessing
- We leave decks barefoot-safe and family-friendly
- 183 five-star Google reviews back the work
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“They didn’t sugar-coat it — just told us what needed fixing and did it right.”
— Google Review
Ready to Make Your Deck Safe and Consistent Again?
If your deck feels rough, looks patchy, or has nails lifting, the next step is a free on-site assessment — not another coat slapped on.
📞 Call 1300 363 478 to book your FREE inspection
Deck Rejuvenation
Based in Eltham | Servicing Blackburn & Melbourne’s Eastern Suburbs
17+ Years Experience | 183 Five-Star Reviews
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