This post was updated on January 23, 2023
What is the Best Way to Stain a Deck?
Deck stains come in a variety of different types such as:
- Solid Color Opaque Stains
- Semi-Solid Deck Stains
- Semi-Transparent Deck Stains
- Transparent Deck Stains
- Oil-Based Stains
- Water-Based stains
There is not a simple answer as to what is the best way to stain your deck without knowing the type of stain and yes, even the brand of stain.
Best Way to Stain My Deck?
Need help finding the best way to stain your deck? We are here to help! Just let us know in the comments below the answer to these simple questions, and will let you know the best way to stain and which application tools will work best for you, making your deck staining easier and faster!
- Deck Stain Brand Name
- Deck Stain Type. Examples: Transparent, Semi-Transparent, Semi-Solid, Solid Color
- Water-Based or Oil-Based
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For more info, see our Deck Stain Facts section with over 150 simple Q&A articles that answer all the questions that you have regarding deck staining, cleaning, and prep.
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.
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