Other advice online says to use undiluted Murphy Oil Soap because the oil in it will dissolve pine pitch. Not so, said a customer service representative for Colgate Palmolive, which owns that brand.

Q: We have a very large deck in Napa that we have been treating every few years with a solution of 3 parts linseed oil, 2 parts Thompson Water Seal and 1 part thinner. This formula was given to us ...

Step 1: Spray Deck and Wipe. To remove rust stains, spray a 50-50 solution of water and distilled white vinegar on the stain and let sit for about 10 minutes before wiping clean with a cloth. For ...