Had a few deck boards that were completely rotten through. As in step in the wrong spot and the foot is going through the deck. And a few others that were just half rotten.

Previous owner, I swear bought the cheapest deck paint. Or not even deck paint and just bought outdoor paint and gave the deck a coat before selling it. Within a year it was completely worn off. Luckily due to hail damage insurance is paying for a sanding and painting of the deck (and other things too, but that's irrelivent)

I still have one more I need to do tomorrow.

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I often think If I'm going to build a deck, I'd build it like a wooden boat. Maybe even soak it in salt water every week or so. It would have a slight dome shape and be sealed with caulk and marine sealant so water doesn't sit on it or hang beneath the boards. Probably completely unrealistic, but one can dream.

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