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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 100 Series
  • Restore-A-Deck Solid Stain
  • TWP Pro-Series Semi-Solid Stain
  • Armstrong Clark Semi-Solid Stain
  • TWP 1500 Series
  • Defy Extreme Semi-Transparent Stain
  • Armstrong Clark Hardwood Stain
  • Gulf Synthetics Deck Revive

See below for more information on each brand.

There are many different brands and types of deck stains available today. Not all brands and types are the same so we have compiled a detailed list below to help you determine what your needs and expectations are. The deck stain and sealer ratings below are listed based on our reviews from using the products in the field and we have also included the Consumer Star Ratings from other users that have posted. Please review each product for additional information and feedback on each product tested.

TWP 100 Pro Series – Best Overall Semi-Transparent Deck Stain and Sealer

TWP Stain ReviewsWhere To Find: TWP 100 Pro Series
Pros: Penetrating Semi-Transparent Oil-Based. Full Curing EPA Registered Stain. 10 semi-transparent colors. Easy to apply. Excellent mildew resistance.
Cons: Only Available in 35 States.
Consumer Star Ratings:  4.5/5 (41)
DeckStainHelp.com Review (On a scale of 1-10): 8.69
See the Review Article Here: TWP 100 Series Review

Restore-A-Deck Semi-Transparent – Best Damp Application Deck Stain and Sealer

Restore A Deck Wood Stain ReviewWhere To Find On Google: Restore-A-Deck Semi-Transparent Stain
Pros: Penetrating Semi-Transparent Water-Based. Damp Wood Application – It can be applied the same day as the prep. Easy water clean-up. Allowed in all 50 States and Canada. Excellent mildew resistance.
Cons: Only 5 colors.
Consumer Star Ratings:  4.6/5 (50)
DeckStainHelp.com Review (On a scale of 1-10): 8.625
See Review Article Here: Restore-A-Deck Wood Stain Review

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Restore-A-Deck Solid Color Deck Stain – Best Solid Color Deck Stain and Sealer

Restore A Deck Solid Color Stain Review

Where To Find On Google: Restore-A-Deck Solid Stain
Pros: Solid Color (Opaque) Wood Stain – Water Based, Stocked colors with no need for custom mixing. Damp Wood Application – It can be applied the same day as the prep. Allowed in all 50 States and Canada.
Cons: None that we know of.
Consumer Star Ratings: 4.8/5 (8)
DeckStainHelp.com Review (On a scale of 1-10): 8.6
See Review Article Here: Restore-A-Deck Solid Stains

TWP Pro-Series Semi-Solid Stain – Best New Semi-Solid Deck Stain and Sealer

TWP Stain Reviews

TWPStain.com Website: TWP Semi-Solid Pro-Series
Pros: Penetrating Semi-Solid Oil-Based. Full Curing Wood and Deck Stain. 30 Custom made semi-solid colors. Easy to apply. Excellent mildew resistance. Clean and recoat as needed for maintenance. Based on the TWP 100 Series has been around for 25+ years.
Cons: Newer to market so might be hard to find.  Only available in 35 States.
Consumer Star Ratings: 4.9/5 (6)
DeckStainHelp.com Review (On a scale of 1-10): 8.5
See Review Article Here: TWP Semi-Solid Pro-Series Review

Armstrong Clark Semi-Solid Stain – Best Semi-Solid Deck Stain and Sealer

Armstrong Clark Wood Stain RatingWhere To Find On Google: Armstrong Clark Semi-Solid
Pros: Easy to apply. One coat coverage for semi-solid. Paraffin and Curing Oil Blend. Full Curing Stain. Allowed in all 50 States and Canada.
Cons: Cannot be applied to new wood unless aged for 1 year. It can take a few days or longer to fully cure.
Consumer Star Ratings:  4.4/5 (62)
DeckStainHelp.com Review (On a scale of 1-10): 8.5
See Review Article Here: Armstrong Clark Stain Review

TWP 1500 Series Semi-Transparent – Best VOC Compliant Deck Stain and Sealer

TWP 1500 Series RatingWhere To Find: TWP 1500 Series
Pros: Complaint in all 50 States. Penetrating Semi-Transparent Oil-Based. Full Curing EPA Registered Stain. EPA Registered Wood Preservative
Cons: Takes longer to dry than the TWP 100 Series
Consumer Star Ratings:  4.6/5 (21)
DeckStainHelp.com Review (On a scale of 1-10): 8.5
See Review Article Here: TWP 1500 Series Review

Defy Extreme Semi-Transparent Stain – Best Mildew Resistant Deck Stain and Sealer

Defy Extreme Stain Review

Where To Find: Defy Extreme Semi-Transparent Stain
Pros: Penetrating Semi-Transparent Water-Based. Nano-technology for deep penetrating. Zinc oxide prevents mildew better than most brands. Allowed in all 50 States and Canada.
Cons: It can be harder to apply than other brands.
Consumer Star Ratings:  4.1/5 (55)
DeckStainHelp.com Review (On a scale of 1-10): 8.47
See Review Article Here: Defy Extreme Stain Review

Armstrong Clark Hardwood Stain – Best Hardwood Deck Stain and Sealer

Armstrong Clark Wood Stain RatingWhere To Find: Armstrong Clark Hardwood Stain
Pros: Penetrating Semi-Transparent, Oil-Based. Paraffin and Curing Oil Blend. Full Curing Stain. Works best on exotic hardwoods and IPE. Allowed in all 50 States and Canada.
Cons: Only 3 colors.
Consumer Star Ratings: 4.6/5 (14)
DeckStainHelp.com Review (On a scale of 1-10): 8.60
See Review Article Here: Armstrong Clark Hardwood Stain Review

Gulf Synthetics Deck Revive – Best Deck Resurfacer Type Stain and Sealer

Gulf Synthetics Deck Revive Review

Where To Find: Gulf Synthetics Deck Revive
Pros: Unlimted colors. Fixes old neglected decks by adding an acrylic polymer coating that lasts for many years. Only Deck Resurface product on the market that actually works.
Cons: Expensive (but worth it)
Consumer Star Ratings: 4.8/5 (71)
See Review Article Here: Gulf Synthetics Deck Revive Review

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Jessica
Jessica
5 months ago

I’m surprised Olympic sealer got a high rating (in some tests). I used Olympic Wood Protector Semi-transparent Stain last October after preparing deck as recommended. The peeling and damage to deck boards was worse than any other product I’ve used over the years. This is a deck that gets minimal use and I was really disappointed that I have to do the staining/sealing all over again this year.

Steve
Steve
6 months ago

Hi there, I recently stained and sealed my deck with C2 Guard Waterproofer. I followed the directions on how to apply it (not in direct sunlight, two coats wet on damp, deck was dry to start) and prepped the deck boards with a scrub down of sodium percarbonate, then pressure washed and rinsed. The deck seems to never have been sealed before and before I started it was grey weathered pressure treated pine. Looked like drift wood. I let it dry for a couple of days and it was a pale yellow pine color. The stain color was great when applying but after it completely dried it seems to have soaked in too much. Most of the color is gone and after it rained the water seems to seep deep into the boards. It brings back the color I want but after it dries it’s pale again. Looks like it’s also not working as a waterproofer. Any ideas on what to do next? Ignore the pressure treated pale boards as I they are new and I will only treat them next year.

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Steve
Steve
6 months ago

Thanks for the reply Scott. Will do. If I can’t sort it out with them I’ll switch to one of your supported products.

Randy Stiffler
Randy Stiffler
8 months ago

My deck is 24 years old and somewhat weathered as seen in photos. I’m trying to decide between semi-transparent oil and semi-solid oil stains. Will the semi solid fill the cracks at all or offer more protection? Water based olympic was used in the past.

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David
David
8 months ago

I purchased a newly constructed home in 2020 in Southern California close to the beach. I have 2,200 SF of decks made with Philippine Mahogany (marketed as Kayu Mahogany). The builder told me he bleached and stained the wood and then applied a water-based, outdoor, satin polyurethane clear-coat. It had a lovely light grey appearance. However, the decks started to peel after just a few months. I want to refinish the decks using the very best process and materials available. Three products have surfaced from my research: Penofin Architectural Grade, Messmers UV Protection Plus for Hardwood Decks, and Armstrong Clark Hardwood/Ipe Stain. Which product do you recommend most highly for my decks? Do you have suggestions for how to best prepare the decks for a new stain? Thank you, in advance, for your advice.

Debbie
Debbie
9 months ago

we are building are large deck with pressure treated wood and want to stain it prior to laying the boards. I am looking at your videos and it says NOT to stain prior to 3 months. We are going to be putting a large 11×14 gazebo on the deck so that is why i wanted to stain before the 3 month period. Do you think it would cause problems for the wood? I also live in Canada and the weather will start to become cooler once September comes

Sasha
Sasha
9 months ago

Hi.
What is the best product for a deck in California that bakes in the sun all day?
Thank you!

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chas
chas
10 months ago

Pressure washed 8 year old yella wood deck in Ga. what is the best semi-transparent sealer? Behr didn’t last long from previous treatment. Is new Behr any better?

Denise
Denise
10 months ago

I have sanded paint off a small front porch and small back deck, both with stairs. However, I was unable to remove the paint in tight corners, hard to reach places, and the little holes in the treated wood. Please help me to know what to use to protect the wood. I do not want to ever do all this sanding again. Will stain cover where the paint is? Do I need to use a solid stain instead of semi-transparent? After all this work, I want it to look good. The color of the deck was an aqua blue. Thank you for any help you can give me.

Denise
Denise
10 months ago

Thank you for responding. I have tried pressure washing, stripper, and sanding by hand, but have not had any success removing these areas.

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Sandi
Sandi
10 months ago

Can I put a coat of cabot gold over a coat of Australian Timber Oil without a problem occurring?

Susan Priano
Susan Priano
1 year ago

Currently refinishing a port Orford cedar deck in Berkeley, CA (northern CA). Have used Cabot before VOC reformulation and SuperDeck or Duckback on another older Redwood deck.
What are your recommendations?

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Gary Holland
Gary Holland
1 year ago

Scott, I have cedar siding on my house and we live in the mountains of Utah, so lots of sun, less rain. The wood was dipped prior to construction 20 years ago and was restained 10 years ago and is pretty dry, we have used Duck back stain red cedar color, I honestly don’t know if it’s oil based or water based, it looks great in the area not in direct sun but weathered in the sun areas. It doesn’t seem to peel or have any residue that needs cleaning, it may have been power washed prior to staining 10 years ago, but I’m not sure. Should it be washed and what type of stain would you recommend I’ll send pictures.

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Paul
Paul
1 year ago

Is a sealer not a superior waterproofing product as opposed to just a stain? Most products sold in home depot in Canada are stain and sealer combo products. But the focus on this site seems to be stains only, and they are described as sealers as well, but not when going to manufacturer website for ie. Defy Extreme Semi-Transparent Stain, it is just a stain. I’m trying to get the best protection and am confused. Thx!

ken
ken
1 year ago

Considering using TWP products for a deck project (~300 sq ft [doug fir?] 10+y/o, stripped & sanded). However, I am looking for clarification about your relationship(s) with your top picks TWP & RAD as you all seem to do business out of the same location.

Anne
Anne
2 years ago

What clear water based sealer is good for older wooden decks that can be applied after power washing

Anne
Anne
2 years ago

Thank you, is it water soluble non toxic?

Cathryn Ramin
Cathryn Ramin
2 years ago

I have a brand new smooth high end redwood deck, half of which is in full Sun. I plan to let it cure 1-2 months. We are in the Bay Area-SF -can be damp, can be very dry. What is the best option for staining? Ideally, beautiful redwood will be visible. Family has small kids, so limited time for retaining.

April
April
2 years ago

I am in Ontario we stain our deck with Beauti Tone Wood Shield Best.100% Acrylic Deck & Siding Semi Transparent Stain..It looked really nice when it was dry. But as soon you walk on it with our bare feet it is so hot and if your feet is wet coming out from the pool it is very slippery.. Plus when it snow a little on in it is very slippery too. .. So like to cover it over this spring so it isn’t slippery and very hot on bare feet So I am wondering what you recommend so our grandkids and us won’t burn or fall this summer on our deck..

Tori
Tori
2 years ago

I am in Florida, lots of mildew. I have raw wood that was sanded down two years ago. I would like to protect the deck. I would like something that will not require long term care. Also, something that will not be slippery from humid conditions, have dogs and older person to consider. Is there such a product?

Rob
Rob
2 years ago

Hey DS Help Team!

Very much appreciated for all of the support and info you put out there!

I’m planning on building a small 12′ x 12′ entry deck. The deck will be partial sun and partial shade. I’m in Southern California so it’s usually dry but we do see some moisture through the winter months. I’m planning on either clear Cedar or select heartwood Redwood. I love the natural yet subdued warmth these woods offer – I don’t particularly care for that hotter/yellow look that comes with staining.

I want to preserve the natural grain and tone of the wood while not shooting myself in the foot for future maintenance. I had been leaning towards an oil based UV protective sealer until I found your site and figured maybe a semi-transparent oil or water based product may be better.

I probably wouldn’t mind having to re-apply something every year or two but I would like to avoid stripping and sanding in the future.

Any specific tips you all could offer?

Many thanks in advance!

R

Mark
Mark
2 years ago

I live near Baltimore Maryland and need to seal my new wood deck. It’s aged a few months, seems to be ready as water does not bead. Was considering transparent to keep the wood grain look. My concern is with how long transparent strains last. Recommendations? Lots of trees close by, if that makes a difference.
Thanks,
Mark

Mark
Mark
2 years ago

Read the article and watched the video. You recommend semi-transparent. We were thinking transparent , but not if it’s not going to do as well. Do transparent stains/sealers not protect as well? If so what aspect(s), e.g. UV protection etc. Thanks.

Jameswentworth
Jameswentworth
2 years ago

Cabot Deck Correct Ok never heard of the other brands

Darren Hughes
Darren Hughes
2 years ago

I live in Nixa Mo zip code 65714 near Springfield Mo. My deck is little over a year old. After only a year it turned grey. I used Thompson non stain sealer when I built it and I am disappointed it turned ugly grey. I have pressure washed the deck today and wood looks great again. What stain/sealer do you recommend. I do not want it to turn grey again. I understand I need to use a sealer with a stain to keep it from greying. I like the natural wood color though. It is just regular decking not cedar or composite. I am ok with little color if it will keep wood from turning grey. I like the idea of twp product of just cleaning and brightening every 2 years and just reapply the product. What suggestions do you have? Can you use the brightener and just reapply the restore a deck product? I don’ really understand the solid color restore a deck product. How is it different than the twp poduct stain. Sorry for all the questions but I put alot of work into the deck and cleaning it I do not want the same results I got with the Thompson junk product.

Linda Camlot
Linda Camlot
2 years ago

Need a semi transparent stain for an older treated spruce wood deck in Laurentian mountains 60 miles north of Montreal. There is a lot of snow in winter, on hot sunny side in summer ,about 30 feet from a lake. Most traffic on stairs down to lawn. The house is cedar as is the trim. The vertical trim for the deck could be stained a more opaque stain as it is not possible to sand down to natural base.Advice please and availability in Montreal area.

Linda Charles
Linda Charles
2 years ago
  1. Is Ready Seal a good product to use when sealing and staining a deck?
Janeen Bacon
Janeen Bacon
2 years ago

I have a redwood deck, 6 years old.
It has two year old stain ppg proluxe.
Thinking of trying an oil based stain again.
Do I need to sand it again? Or just clean and power wash it?

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Janeen Bacon
Janeen Bacon
2 years ago

Thanks! I can’t get any of these locally. Is there another brand you recommend that I can get in the Portland Oregon area?

Marshall
Marshall
2 years ago

Thanks in advance for your advice.

See attached pictures.

Deck Notes

  • Location = Modesto, CA (Central/Northern California)
  • Primary part of the deck could be anywhere from 10-30 years old
  • Primary deck surface is approximately 130sq ft
  • The small step was rebuilt from scratch about a week ago
  • Last stained about 5 years ago with Behr Acrylic Semi-transparent Redwood 3330 and other than a brush and some water I don’t think it was prepared, no sanding, cleaning products etc… (not a fan of the redwood look, this stuff looks more like paint)
  • I pressure washed the 5 boards on the left a few days ago just to see how it worked and see what I was working with from a wood perspective. Just pressure washer no products. It took most of the the previous stain off but a few patches of stain would not come off as you can see in the pictures

Preliminary Restoration Plans

  • I want to sand as a part of my restore process although I am unsure of what order I should do the steps in.
  • I’ve considered starting with a diamabrush on an angle grinder to strip/initial sand (Supposedly 50grit) (this step not a requirement unless we think its going to provide a huge improvement to the overall finish) –
  • Then considered later in the process renting an orbital deck & floor sander to sand with 80grit
  • I’d use a palm/detail sander to get some of the smaller/finer parts of the deck prepared
  • I want to use Restore a Deck products as a part of the prep. Given that I want to sand, still not sure of the order I should do the steps and which RAD products to use knowing that I want to sand. (The process order is probably my biggest hang up here)
  • I’m pretty set on wanting to use a Semi Transparent Oil based stain. Thinking the TWP 1500 cedar or a similar color would do the trick. open to other product suggestions if you think something else would fit this application better.
  • Since the steps are new, do I need to do anything different to them or can I just sand/clean/prep/stain?

Looking forward to your thoughts. Thanks! 🙂

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Marshall
Marshall
2 years ago

Thank you very much!

Roy K
Roy K
2 years ago

I just installed a large pressure treated deck using 2×6 pt decking . What is the best product to use in upstate NY

Lindsie gribble
Lindsie gribble
2 years ago

Just put a semi on my deck and hate the color. Was suppose to be dark walnut. Also need to stain my fence that has been up 8 months with no previous treatment. Anything to get the unevenness out of the deck and what do you recommend for pine pressure treated privacy fence

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Lindsie Gribble
Lindsie Gribble
2 years ago

Ready seal said I can stain over top after 7 days without stripping…does this sound right. What brand would you recommend

Lindsie Gribble
Lindsie Gribble
2 years ago

What do you use to clean and brighten

Lindsie gribble
Lindsie gribble
2 years ago

Any idea brand/color of this? I like it

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Christopher Ryan
Christopher Ryan
2 years ago

Redid Our deck posts, supports and railing with composite and Replaced the flat surface with new “thinner” deck boards. The deck boards have now cured (shrunk with gaps) for one year and ready for best long term sealer and no issues on cost. Would like good traction when wet and no issues with graying.

What should I apply and what will be the necessary follow up for time and process to reseal in future??

Isobel Witt
Isobel Witt
2 years ago

more from Ottawa ON

We would like a semi-transparent and tips on how to make it look WONDERFUL for at least 2-3 years

Thank you,
Isobel

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Isobel Witt
Isobel Witt
2 years ago

Ottawa, ON
July 2016, we had a 13′ x 17′ red cedar deck installed, it looked gorgeous and smelled even better!
August 2017 we were finally able to stain and protect. We cleaned and power-washed the greying off deck (perhaps a little too aggressively), then used “C2 Guard Waterproofer Ultimate Wood Protection” (C2). This stuff is NOT cheap at $115.00/gallon, 4 years ago. Our deck builder recommended it, so we bought it. The application is a “wet on damp” procedure, and then second coat goes on while first coat is still damp. We used 2 gallons but didn’t get to all the flat areas around the edges, vertical posts or sidewalls because we ran out of energy and C2.
August 2018, I was only going to protect the rest of the wood that wasn’t done the previous year, but someone insisted we power wash everything, in order that it “all look the same”. Unfortunately the power washer person was again too aggressive. Put another 2 coats of C2 down, then the weather changed from reported “sunny” to rain. Basically $230.00 wasted, and it looked worse than when we started.
Fall 2019, floor of deck doesn’t look good, so again, another light power wash and another 2 gallons of C2. Could have used another gallon but it got too cold to apply. Summer 2020, got the COVID blahs and just couldn’t muster up the energy to do it all again.
Summer 2021, the horizontal flat areas (where the sun hits – floor of deck, top of the railings, and bottom of spindles) look crappy, the upright vertical areas look great. We have already put 6 gallons of C2 Guard into this deck and it looks horrible, but what to do? I would love ALL of the deck to look like the vertical areas, but not sure how to get there. We did a water test yesterday and it beads in most places, only a few spots where the water sinks quicker, but not too quickly.
We would appreciate any insight or suggestions. Attached are photos from the good to the current ugly.

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Fran
Fran
2 years ago

Best deck stain that is light in color and good for humid Houston

Josh Szczepanski
Josh Szczepanski
2 years ago

We have a large (1200 sq ft+) sized deck made from mahogany decking with cedar siding on the vertical areas and cedar railings and posts. We live in Colorado and the deck is mostly shaded by nice large silver maple. The deck has not been stained in 2 years and is in need of a new finish. I don’t know what was used previously.

I’m planning to refinish the deck with RAD stripping and brightening kit, then staining with AC Mahogany hardwood stain. Is this the right process?

For the railings and siding, should I follow a similar process? Any recommendations for stain on the vertical siding and railings?

Al Shapiro
Al Shapiro
2 years ago

Hi, I want to stain/seal two fir Adirondack Chairs with a semi-transparent stain. They will be on an enclosed jalousie window porch, but may be left outside at times (sitting on grass). Any tips besides sanding first; and what stain do you recommend?

Julie
Julie
2 years ago

Hi we purchased western red cedar decking and were told to preserve with 2 coats before building the deck- we want the natural color definitely don’t want it to turn silver but were told by the supplier that a “clear” preservative would be best to see the color, but I think a semi transparent stain would last longer from what I have read. Too many choices. Please help us decide which route to go. Thank you!

Terje Skimmeli
Terje Skimmeli
2 years ago

I have an outdoor wood table in Florida. The color of the wood itself is perfect. Unfortunately, it always turns grey after a few months in the elements.
, after thorough sanding and staining.
Can you please recommend the best products to use, and in what order to apply those products?

Maureen O'Brien
Maureen O'Brien
2 years ago

I don’t want to stain my deck with a color product, I only want to seal it. What is the best product for just sealing? Thank you

Maureen O'Brien
Maureen O'Brien
2 years ago

I still don’t know what is the best sealer to use?

Diane Kortas
Diane Kortas
2 years ago

After using TWP on our deck, do we need a finish coat or some type of sealer?

Marion Pierce
Marion Pierce
2 years ago

We have a wooden deck which has not been stained – it is 5 or 6 years old. We applied a water based, semi transparent stain using a roller but coverage of the stain was uneven. Would applying two or more coats cover the patchy areas left by the roller?

Linda Nixon
Linda Nixon
2 years ago

Hi- We have a composite deck with cedar rails and ceiling, it was just beautiful. We had a professional company stain it yesterday and I am not happy. They used cabot ato. We were going to use honey teak and switched to natural, thinking it would look more natural. It is actually very yellow. There are also blotches on the ceiling (it has not been 24 hours yet, so don’t know if it is too soon to panic). The deck itself was quite an investment and the staining company charged almost 1700.00 for their work. Is there anything that can be done about the color and the ceiling blotchiness? I am not sure I have confidence in the company we used, they did a terrible job explaining things to us. I would like to get a better color and at the very least get rid of the blotch ceiling.

Linda Nixon
Linda Nixon
2 years ago

I’m trying to add more photos to show yellow but it won’t let me.

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Linda Nixon
Linda Nixon
2 years ago

Second picture shows yellow rails.

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Linda Nixon
Linda Nixon
2 years ago

Can the ceiling be sanded- and can I change the color of the rails by sanding and doing over or going darker? Thanks for your help.

linda
linda
2 years ago

Is your first comment (you can sand it, but a lot of work) answering the ceiling issue? Sounds like it will work on the rails but stripping would be easier. Just want to make sure I understand my options and the ways we can get both areas fixed. We followed our deck installers and the deck stainers recommendations, I think most of it is in line with the article, but not absolutely sure. We just need to know it can be fixed, this deck was a big investment and we were so excited about it, now it looks so bad. Just to clarify, stripping would be better for both the ceiling and the rails, but sanding is also a possibility? The ceiling must have had bad prep work, it is not just a color issue on that. Thanks again, I really need to make sure we get it right next time.

Sherry
Sherry
2 years ago

Hi, we have a 15 x 12 foot deck ready to stain. We live in Utah with extreme heat and cold weather. Our deck has direct sunlight in the afternoon hours and is exposed to the weather (no roof). The deck is made of redwood and it took all summer to build. When it came time to apply the seal it was late in the year with temperatures dropping, we assume the seal did not take due to the cold. We were thinking about using the TWP brand but we’re not quite sure which series or type will work best in our environment. What would you recommend?

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Sherry
Sherry
2 years ago

Thank you kindly!

carol
carol
2 years ago

What would be the best stain for an older pressure treated wooden deck that had a solid
stain on it, most of which has been removed

carol
carol
2 years ago

I was afraid of that, but, thank you!

Jess
Jess
2 years ago

Hi – I am looking at using the TWP 1500 for my small deck and staircase. Once this cures, will it be slippery? Our deck is on a second floor (roof) so we have a lot of stairs.

Jess
Jess
2 years ago

Thanks. Any issues with application due to using Thompson’s water seal on the PT wood 2- years ago?

Che
Che
3 years ago

Is if okay to put stain/sealant on wooden steps that were stained snd sealed four years ago?

Bob
Bob
3 years ago

Is it wise ot apply a second coat of Olympic Maximum Clear Waterproofing Sealer to a pressure treated pine deck and railing? How about for a fencs I applied one coat and it looks pretty goood but some some spots didn’t cover as well. Also does a second coat add to longevity and durability ? Will a second coad result in pealing? Product instructions say one coat but not sure this is just marketing or wishful thinking.

Cathy Ma
Cathy Ma
3 years ago

I just built a deck with pressure treated wood in Ontario Canada. How long do I have wait or when can I apply sealant and stain to it? Which brand is good for pressure treated wood, please?

R Charlie
R Charlie
3 years ago

I’ve looked through the reviews but am unclear on something since no one else has mentioned this. I purchased a used playset that’s in pretty decent shape, but it definitely needs to be cleaned up. These playsets are made of cedar and already have a tint to them (i’m not sure if that’s natural or added by the company, I’m a newbie). Since it’s fall, I just want to weatherproof it and make it safe for the kiddos and then next spring I’ll stain (semi perm i guess). Do you recommend a clear weatherproofing seal? Is there nothing that I can use that’s clear that will both weatherproof and provide UV protection?

dahi
dahi
3 years ago

Which is better wood stain for deck? water base or oil base ?

Collin O
Collin O
3 years ago

Hi,

I just put up a new redwood fence with smooth con heart. Is is a hard set rule to let the wood age 4-12 months before applying a clear stain? It’s been about 2 months and the wood seems dry to me.

Thx,

Collin

Denise
Denise
3 years ago

What’s the best clear deck stain/sealer? Thanks

Denise
Denise
3 years ago
Reply to  Denise

I’m sorry, I only see semi transparent above.

Kathleen
Kathleen
3 years ago

We purchased a lake home with cedar siding. It has not been treated over the years but we would like to do so going forward. Would one of these stains be good for ease of application and reapplication ( we will be doing it ourselves), as well as mildew prevention?

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