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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.
Key takeaways
- Gulf Synthetics Deck Revive is the only deck stain recommended by industry experts that actually requires a primer coat before application.
- Deck stain is not the same as paint and does not need primer, even solid color stains that resemble paint.
- Skipping the Permabond Primer with Gulf Synthetics Deck Revive will void any warranty or guarantees offered by the brand.
- Gulf Synthetics Deck Revive is technically more of a deck resurfacer than a traditional deck stain, which explains the primer requirement.
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
e the Gulf Synthetics Deck Revive deck stain with primer voids any warranty or guarantees.
More information on deck stain with primer
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Ben Moore makes a quick dry oil primer made as primer for solid stain latex top coat
It may work okay with their solid stain but it could create issues with other brands.