Is There a Deck Stain and Sealer in One? 5/5 (1)

Is there a deck stain and sealer in one?

Yes, deck stains and sealer are one and the same. All deck stains are sealers, but not all water sealers are deck stains. The best deck stains have mildewcides in addition to penetrating to wood to protect it from intruding moisture. Clear sealers completely protect the wood but do not offer other types of protection. Clear sealers do not offer UV protection, but all tinted deck stains act as deck stain and sealer in one to protect against both water damage and sun damage.

Key takeaways

All deck stains function as sealers, but not all water sealers qualify as deck stains.
Clear sealers protect against moisture but offer no UV protection for your deck wood.
The best deck stains include mildewcides and penetrate the wood to block moisture intrusion.
All tinted deck stains act as a deck stain and sealer in one, protecting against water and sun damage.

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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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