Best deck stain for splinters?

The best deck stain for a deck that has splinters is a solid color deck stain. Solid color deck stain does not penetrate into the wood but rather seals it with a film over the surface. When splinters are an issue, a solid deck stain seals the splinters into the deck to prevent them from breaking off or injuring a child or pet. Solid deck stains can be reapplied with they begin to crack and peel to keep the wood as intact as possible.

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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. All the products he suggests through this site are sold through 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.

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