Power Wash & Surface Prep
Sand and refinish deck Portland prep starts with 1,200 PSI low-pressure wash. Deck refinishing contractor Portland crew uses non-corrosive cleaner safe for wood grain and surrounding plants.
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Portland's Trusted Deck Refinishing (503) 782-9723
Sanding and refinishing with pro-grade stain and marine sealer. Our Portland crew finishes most 300 sq ft (28 sq m) decks in 2 to 3 days. Licensed, bonded, and trusted by 1,250+ Portland homeowners since 2008.
24/7 · Open 24 Hours · Free Phone Consultation · No Obligation
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17+ Years Building
Portland Decks
Portland Decks
1250+ Decks Completed
Across Portland
Across Portland
A+ BBB Accredited
Member NADRA
Member NADRA
DANGER Address these now, before they fail
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Warning Signs
Does Your Portland Deck Need Professional Refinishing?
These are the most common signs Portland 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 Portland
Our Portland
Deck Refinishing Services
Every deck refinishing project includes the work below, delivered by our in-house Portland crew. No subcontractors. No surprise add-ons. Every job covered by our 10-year workmanship warranty.
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.
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.
Stain Application
Professional deck staining Portland 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.
Marine-Grade Sealing
Deck sealing Portland finish uses penetrating low-VOC formulas. Marine-grade variants resist sustained Willamette Valley damp. Seal extends stain life 12-18 months beyond unsealed application.
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.
📞 Call (503) 782-9723 PNW Expertise
Built for Portland Weather.
Built for Portland Weather.
Repaired by Portland Experts.
Portland decks face conditions most contractors don't understand. Our 36+ inches of annual rainfall combined with evergreen shade creates the perfect environment for wood rot. Add freeze-thaw cycles, constant humidity rolling off the Willamette, 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 Portland microclimate, from shaded north-facing lots in Sellwood-Moreland and Grant Park, to river-exposed waterfront homes in Alameda and Cathedral Park, to hillside elevated decks in Southwest Hills and Hawthorne. 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 Portland code requirements
- Joist flashing & ledger protection against PNW moisture
- Marine-grade sealers for riverfront & high-humidity homes
37" average annual rainfall
in Portland
in Portland
100% stainless / coated
fasteners, always
fasteners, always
Our Process
How Our Portland
How Our Portland
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 DB Portland carpenter and a fixed written quote.
- 01
Call for a Free Phone Consultation
Pick up the phone and dial (503) 782-9723. We answer in 3 rings: a real DB Portland carpenter, not a call center. We ask 4-5 questions to understand the project.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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Call (503) 782-9723 Why Choose Us
Why Portland Homeowners
Why Portland 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 Portland-local team you can call any time. No autoresponders. No outsourced labor.
- Licensed, bonded, and insured in OR (#OR CCB #248317)
- 1,250+ Portland decks completed since 2008
- PNW climate specialists: we know what fails here
- Lifetime craftsmanship warranty on structural work
- Local team based in Portland, serving all 33 metro ZIP codes
- Straightforward phone quotes, no high-pressure sales visits
- Same-day response for safety hazards
- Stainless or coated fasteners standard (not extra)
Real Reviews
What Our Portland Customers
What Our Portland Customers
Say About Our Deck Refinishing
"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. Alameda · 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. St. Johns · 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 Portland deck contractor."
David L. Multnomah Village · Deck Refinishing
10 Service Areas · 33 ZIP Codes
DB Portland
DB Portland
Service Areas
Our DB Portland crew covers 10 service areas across 3 regions and 33 Portland-metro ZIP codes, every Portland sextant plus Washington County and Clackamas County. Pick your area below for local detail, or call (503) 782-9723 for a 5-minute consultation.
All Portland Service Areas 10 service areas · 3 regions · 33 ZIP codes covered
Portland 8
Downtown Portland 97201 · 97204 · 97205 Northwest Portland 97209 · 97210 · 97231 North Portland 97203 · 97217 · 97227 Inner Northeast Portland 97211 · 97212 · 97213 · 97232 Outer Northeast Portland 97218 · 97220 · 97230 Inner Southeast Portland 97202 · 97214 · 97215 East Portland 97206 · 97216 · 97233 · 97236 · 97266 Southwest Portland 97219 · 97221 · 97239
Washington County 1
Clackamas County 1
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Recent Work
Recent Portland
Recent Portland
Deck Refinishing Projects
Six recent deck refinishing projects from across Portland. Real photos from our portfolio, never stock. Real prices and durations from our books.
FAQ Deck Refinishing Portland:
Deck Refinishing Portland:
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the questions Portland 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 Portland?
Sand and refinish deck Portland 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.
Specific answer for your deck? Call (503) 782-972302 How long does professional deck refinishing Portland 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.
Specific answer for your deck? Call (503) 782-972303 When should I sand and refinish deck Portland 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.
Specific answer for your deck? Call (503) 782-972304 What stains do deck refinishing contractor Portland 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.
Specific answer for your deck? Call (503) 782-972305 Can deck sealing Portland 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.
Specific answer for your deck? Call (503) 782-972306 How often should I refinish a Portland 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.
Specific answer for your deck? Call (503) 782-972307 Are you licensed, bonded, and insured in Oregon?
Yes. We hold Oregon CCB License CCB #248317, 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 Oregon Construction Contractors Board website.
Specific answer for your deck? Call (503) 782-972308 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.
Specific answer for your deck? Call (503) 782-9723 Ready to Start?
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Ready to Refinishing
Your Portland 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 Portland deck contractor.
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