Deck Stain with Primer? 5/5 (1)

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 usDeck Stain with Primere the Gulf Synthetics Deck Revive deck stain with primer voids any warranty or guarantees.

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Scott Paul ~ Restoring Wood & Decks Since 1993 Owner
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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