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Scott Paul ~ Restoring Wood & Decks Since 1993

As an article and comment contributor to the site, Scott has been around the pressure washing industry since attending college. In 1993 he started his first company called Oakland Pressure Wash specializing in exterior pressure washing and deck staining. That company evolved into OPW L.L.C. shortly thereafter concentrating more on exterior wood and deck restoration. Scott and his Deck Cleaning Michigan company have restored over 10,000 decks in the Metro Detroit area since the early years. He has become an authority in the deck restoration industry and has contributed to numerous wood restoration forums and informative sites.

In the spring of 1996, Scott opened his first Brick and Mortar storefront in Rochester Hills, MI. Scott relied on his experience and stocked the store with the best wood restoration products available. The store quickly became the go-to place for contractors and homeowners seeking the best products possible for their deck maintenance needs. In 2002, Scott opened his first eCommerce site selling the products he sold through his retail store. This allowed him to offer eCommerce solutions to both contractors and homeowners alike.

Over the years, Scott has used and sold enough decking and wood stain to cover over 100 million square feet. In the past 10 years alone he has helped over 30,000 contributors on his sites with their wood restoration questions and concerns. He has written hundreds of articles on the subject and loves to help homeowners. His goal has always been to help consumers achieve better results through better products and better service than provided by a local big box store.

Scott is only biased toward the products that perform the best based on his own personal experience using the products and in his 20+ years of helping others. Scott has been approached about selling numerous different deck restoration products through the years but selects only the products he has used and trusts to perform.

All the products he suggests through this site are sold through numerous online sites and in retail stores, allowing the consumer to choose their own means of purchase. Scott's eCommerce sites do sell many top brands he endorses and if you appreciate any of the help he has offered then feel free to purchase from one of them. You can also contact the manufacturer(s) directly for help in locating products.

eCommerce Deck Stain Sites Operated By Scott:



DeckStainHelp.com was conceived by Scott and is his way of giving back and helping promote the use of quality products for better results.

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    Reviews & Advice To Get Your Deck Done Right!

    by Scott Paul ~ Restoring Wood & Decks Since 1993

    Update 2023 for DeckStainHelp.com DeckStainHelp.com has become the Internet’s go-to site for all things exterior wood and deck restoration-related. Over 76,000 Q&A comments and 6,500 Deck Forum help topics. We love customer interaction on our site, so feel free to take part in our open discussion. New for 2023 is our Deck Stain Facts section with over 150 simple Q&A articles that answer all the questions that you have regarding deck staining. Easier navigation and a better user experience will allow you to find all the help that you need. We encourage you to upload and post pictures in our comment area for all our Deck Help Articles, so we can offer better advice for your restoration project. We have…

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    Find the Best Wood Deck Stain: Top-Rated Products for All Needs

    by Scott Paul ~ Restoring Wood & Decks Since 1993

    The Best Deck Stains for 2023 See our Deck Stain Facts section with over 150 simple Q&A articles that answer all the questions that you have regarding deck staining. Questions About the Best Stain for Your Deck? Want personalized help? Just answer some deck restoration questions and then post your questions below in the comments and we’ll be glad to guide you toward the best deck stain and sealer.

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    Best Deck Stain and Sealer 2023

    by Scott Paul ~ Restoring Wood & Decks Since 1993

    Best Deck Stain and Sealer See our Deck Stain Facts section with over 150 simple Q&A articles that answer all the questions that you have regarding deck staining. With over 400 Deck Related Help Articles and Reviews, DeckStainHelp.com is the most informative website dedicated to the art of exterior wood deck restoration. Our 25+ years in the business and many 10,000’s of decks restored have made us the experts on what deck stain brands actually work well in 2023! Here is a list of the top Wood and Deck Stains that takes into consideration the different types of stains available such as transparent, semi-transparent, semi-solid stain, and solid stains. The Best Deck Stains and Sealers are Restore-A-Deck Semi-Transparent Stain TWP…

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    When to Stain a New Deck: How Long Should You Wait?

    by Scott Paul ~ Restoring Wood & Decks Since 1993

    Staining A New Deck in 2023? Every spring, we get hundreds of questions about when to stain a new deck, wood fence, or exterior of a wood home. This is the second most popular question on DeckStainHelp.com, so we decided to create an updated and comprehensive guide to staining a new deck, including some of the best stain brands and types of deck stains to use on your new wood. But as always, if you still have questions, we’re here to help! Just post a comment below and we’d be glad to assist you.

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    Deck Stains: Different Types for 2023

    by Scott Paul ~ Restoring Wood & Decks Since 1993

    Update on Deck Stains for 2023 See our Deck Stain Facts section with over 150 simple Q&A articles that answer all the questions that you have regarding deck staining. Please read this article and post any questions you have in the comment area below. Our newly enhanced website now offers the ability to upload and post pictures of your exterior wood or deck. Deck stains have not changed much in the past few years. Many brands have gone away from oil-based stains to water-based, but you are still able to use oil-based stains in all US States and Canada. We currently restore about 300-400 decks annually, and our favorites are the penetrating semi-transparent and semi-solids. We have been getting great…

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    Staining A New Deck: Best Brands for 2023

    by Scott Paul ~ Restoring Wood & Decks Since 1993

    Staining a New Deck in 2023 DeckStainHelp.com has become the Internet’s go-to website for all things exterior wood surface restoration-related. We recommend you wait 3+ months to stain new wood surfaces to allow the wood to weather, creating an ideal porous surface that will hold the stain better. The waiting period does vary based on the stain brand and type of wood. Our top stains for new wood are the Armstrong Clark and the Restore-A-Deck Wood Stains. We encourage customer interaction on our site, so feel free to participate in our open discussion. See our Deck Stain Facts section with over 150 simple Q&A articles that answer all the questions that you have regarding deck staining. How Long Should you…

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    TWP 100 Pro Series Wood and Deck Stain Review 2023

    by Scott Paul ~ Restoring Wood & Decks Since 1993

    TWP 100 Pro Series Review for 2023 Here at DeckStainHelp.com, we take pride in the fact that we have become the Internet’s go-to site for all things exterior wood and deck restoration related. Hearing from consumers who have used the TWP 100 Series wood stain, their decks have held up to the test of time and weather after this harsh winter. TWP is one of our top go-to stains as deck restoration contractors and we have been using it for 20+ years. As always, we appreciate your input, so feel free to leave a comment below and pictures of your completed projects if you have them. Important Note: There has been a recent label change for the TWP 100 Series.…

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    Restore-A-Deck Wood Stain Review

    by Scott Paul ~ Restoring Wood & Decks Since 1993

    Restore-A-Deck Semi-Transparent Review 2023 This is our 6th Year for the review of the Restore-A-Deck Semi-Transparent Wood Stain. This review will be updated through the years with new pictures as the stain ages. In 2017, our first full year of using the Restore A Deck stain, we had no issues with performance and saved a tremendous amount of time with the ability to prep and stain on the same day. We will continue to offer the Restore A Deck Semi-Transparent Wood Stain as one of our go-to decking stains for the 2023 restoration season. *We prefer the application to damp wood as it performs better and applies easier. Note: Restore-A-Deck Semi-Transparent Wood Stain can be applied to dry or damp…

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    Armstrong Clark Wood Deck Stain Review 2023

    by Scott Paul ~ Restoring Wood & Decks Since 1993

    Armstrong Clark Wood Stain Reviews Here at DeckStainHelp.com, we take pride in the fact that we have become the Internet’s number-one reference for all things exterior wood and deck restoration related. Our customers who have used Armstrong Clark wood deck stain continue to be satisfied by the appearance and longevity of their deck stain projects. If you have used Armstrong Clark wood deck stain, we appreciate your input, so feel free to leave a comment below and pictures of your completed projects if you have them. Newer is for Armstrong Clark is the Espresso Semi-Solid color, a rich deep brown tone that promises excellent UV resistance. Important Note: This is our 3rd Review of Armstrong Clark Stain. Armstrong Clark Wood Deck…

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    TWP Semi-Solid Pro-Series Wood and Deck Stain Review

    by Scott Paul ~ Restoring Wood & Decks Since 1993

    TWP Semi-Solid Stain Review Updated 2023 Brand new is the TWP Semi-Solid Pro-Series Stain! As always, we appreciate your input, so feel free to leave a comment below and pictures of your completed projects if you have them. Important Note: This review is based on our testing of the TWP Semi-Solid in the Summer of 2020 and is also partially based on the TWP 100 Series as that is the “base” for the TWP Semi-Solid Colors. We will update this review and the performance of the TWP Semi-Solid throughout the next 1-3 years. Available in 30 Custom Colors, the TWP® Semi-Solid Pro-Series will keep your wood beautiful, fresh, and looking new longer! The ease of application and maintenance will allow you…

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