Railing

Climate change will affect when and how often wood sealer needs to be applied. To maximize surface protection and to keep your deck looking good, apply a quality wood sealant that contains an ultraviolet stabilizer.

Know when to apply a wood sealer by dripping water onto the deck surface. If the water quickly absorbs into the wood it's time to apply a wood sealer — If the water droplets bead up, your deck is protected. Be sure to test annually.

You should always consult your local building codes before application. When working with ProWood pressure-treated decking, lumber and timbers, you'll want to locate the double box symbol on the end tag. The double-box symbol is required for building code compliance; indicating the standard authority and the third party inspection agencies. Generally, ProWood decking, lumber and timber products will carry the double box symbol demonstrating that they are code compliant when used in the right application.

Lumber's greatest enemy is biological attack — destruction by termites, fungi and marine borers — as well as damage from rain, sun and wind. Thanks to over 50 years of research, ProWood can stand up to every threat for decades of use.