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This post was updated on February 23, 2024
Deck stain after primer?
You should never use deck stain after primer unless the deck stain instructions specifically say to do so. Deck stain is not the same as paint and does not need a primer coat, even when it is a solid color deck stain resembling paint.
Best deck stain with primer?
The only deck stain recommended by our industry experts that requires a coat of primer is Gulf Synthetics Deck Revive. This water-based product is more of a deck resurfacer than a deck stain. The instructions for Gulf Synthetics Deck Revive specifically state to use the deck stain after using the Permabond Primer sold by the same brand. Failing to us
More information on deck stain with primer
- Gulf Synthetics Deck Revive Review
- Behr Deckover, Olympic Rescue-It, Rust-Oleum Deck Restore – Do They Work?
- Best Deck Stain and Sealer
- Best Deck Prep? Clean, Strip, or Sand the Deck?
