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batkc_gw

Deck mat on Ipe deck?

16 years ago

I've searched the forums here and haven't found anyone's opinion on this, so here goes.

I live in Kansas City, by the way. I put in a new Cumaru & Ipe deck last fall and since Spring is here, I have started grilling and smoking on my brand new deck. To avoid stains can I put down a grill mat? Will it hurt the deck (i.e. trap moisture)? What kind to use, I've seen rubber mats and fibre-cement mats?

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