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Deck stain looks too orange?
If deck stain looks too orange you have probably used a “Cedar” color of deck stain. These can make a deck look orange or like caramel. A deck stain that is too orange for your liking should be stripped and stained with a new coat of a brown or grey semi-transparent penetrating deck stain rather than the cedar color.
Key takeaways
- If your deck stain looks too orange, you likely used a Cedar color, which can appear orange or caramel.
- The best fix is to strip the existing stain completely before applying a new color.
- Replace the orange stain with a brown or grey semi-transparent penetrating deck stain for better results.
- Semi-transparent penetrating stains give you more natural-looking color compared to solid or cedar-toned options.
- Choosing the right deck stain color upfront helps avoid the extra work of stripping and re-staining.
- Reviewing deck stain color ideas and photos before purchasing can help you avoid an unwanted orange result.
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