Beating the Del Mar Sun: Why Your Oceanfront Wood Needs More Than Just Stain

Written By Japhet Perez Estrada

In Del Mar, the combination of intense UV rays and evening fog is a "death sentence" for natural wood decks and trim. Many homeowners see their beautiful Ipe or Cedar turn grey within months.

At Japhet’s Painting Company, we specialize in high-performance wood restoration. Our Del Mar process involves:

  • Precision Sanding: Removing the "grayed" lignin fibers to reach healthy, absorbent wood.

  • Transoxide Pigments: We utilize stains with transoxide pigments that act like "sunscreen" for your wood, blocking 99% of UV rays while keeping the grain visible.

  • The "Glove" Technique: For intricate railings (common in Del Mar beach houses), we hand-apply coatings to ensure 360-degree protection that a sprayer simply can't reach.

Looking for a Del Mar wood specialist? Please email us at japhet@japhetpainting.com or send us a text at 1 (858) 314-8239

Japhet Perez Estrada