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What is the best deck stain for interior floors?
You cannot use deck stains on interior floors. Interior hardwood floors are coated with a polyurethane stain that forms a film over the wood and protects its natural beauty. The polyurethane clear sealer is better than deck stain for heavy interior traffic. Deck stains are water-based or oil-based, and are very different from polyurethane floor stains.
Key takeaways
- Deck stains cannot be used on interior floors; interior hardwood floors require polyurethane stain that forms a protective film over wood.
- Polyurethane clear sealer is better suited for heavy interior traffic than any deck stain product available.
- Polyurethane sealers should never be applied to decks; they will turn shiny and peel quickly instead of properly protecting the wood.
- Deck stains and polyurethane sealers are not interchangeable; each product is specifically designed for its intended surface only.
Can I use a polyurethane stain for floors on decks?
No, you should not use polyurethane sealers for decking. These sealers are designed specifically for hardwood floors on the interior of your home. If you apply polyurethane stain to your deck it will be shiny and peel away quickly rather than protecting the deck. Polyurethane sealers and deck stains cannot be used interchangeably.
More information on proper use of deck stain
- Can Deck Stain Be Used Indoors?
- Why Deck Stain Cannot be Shiny
- Can You Apply a Clear Sealer or Polyurethane over a Deck Stain?
- How to Stain a Covered Wood Porch
- Will Deck Stain Peel?
