Can I paint my composite decking?




Our deck used to be covered with outdoor carpet. We removed it and discovered that the deck was built using mismatched composite decking from the 90s. We would like to paint our deck for a more cohesive look but we aren’t sure what kind of paint to use.

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The short answer is 'yes'. Here's a link that gives you the steps you need to take:
https://www.hunker.com/13413182/how-to-paint-composite-decking
Thanks for the link, Ann. I’ll check it out!
For painting, use a high-quality latex floor and deck paint in a satin or semi-gloss finish. For staining, use a high-quality acrylic latex solid color deck stain recommended for composite decking