The Best Deck Stains for 2023 See our Deck Stain Facts section with over 150 simple Q&A articles that answer all the questions that you have regarding deck staining. Questions About the Best Stain for Your Deck? Want personalized help? Just answer some deck restoration questions and then post your questions below in the comments and we’ll be glad to guide you toward the best deck stain and sealer.
Best Deck Stain and Sealer See our Deck Stain Facts section with over 150 simple Q&A articles that answer all the questions that you have regarding deck staining. With over 400 Deck Related Help Articles and Reviews, DeckStainHelp.com is the most informative website dedicated to the art of exterior wood deck restoration. Our 25+ years in the business and many 10,000’s of decks restored have made us the experts on what deck stain brands actually work well in 2023! Here is a list of the top Wood and Deck Stains that takes into consideration the different types of stains available such as transparent, semi-transparent, semi-solid stain, and solid stains. The Best Deck Stains and Sealers are Restore-A-Deck Semi-Transparent Stain TWP…
What is the Best Deck Sealer in 2023? What is the Best Deck Sealers for my exterior wood is a popular question here on DeckStainHelp.com. Deck Sealers typically come in two different types. A Clear Sealer and a lightly pigmented Transparent Deck Sealer. Both types are penetrating and will fully soak into the wood. In this article about the Best Deck Sealers, we will break down the major difference between the two different types and offer our advice as to what is the best brand for each. Best Clear Deck Sealer Clear deck sealers are not the same as a deck stain. A true deck sealer is clear with no color. They are used to protect the wood by weathering…
Deck Stain vs Deck Sealer What is the difference between a Deck Sealer vs a Deck Stain is a very common question here on DeckStainHelp.com. The simple answer is that all deck stains are sealers as well but a deck sealer is not a deck stain. In this article about Deck Stains and Sealers, we will breakdown the main difference between the two different types and give our 25+ years of experience as to what stain brand and type is best for your exterior wood deck.
Best New Deck Stain – Updated May 2023 In 2018, our first full year of using the Restore A Deck stain, we had zero issues with performance and saved a tremendous amount of time with the ability to prep and stain on the same day. Three years later and we will continue to offer the Restore A Deck Wood Stain as one of our go-to decking stains for the 2023 restoration season. With over 20 years’ experience owning and operating our own deck staining business, we have tried pretty much every brand of deck stain out there. We Q&A with thousands of contractors, homeowners, and project managers about their projects, what works, and what does not. Three years ago we…
TWP 200 Series Wood Stain Review for 2023 TWP 200 Series is a semi-transparent oil-based penetrating finish designed to extend the life of exterior wood such as decking, cedar shake siding, and shingles. Containing a paraffin oil, the TWP 200 series penetrates wood extremely well. Paraffin oil is a “non-drying” oil that enhances the wood cell’s structural stability. This greatly improves the wood’s life and appearance. The penetrative portion of the product absorbs into aged and porous wood, adding bulk to aged and brittle wood fiber. This restores lubricity and flexibility to brittle shingles. The TWP 200 Series complies with all current Canada, US federal and state VOC (volatile organic compounds) regulations. The TWP 200 Series was designed for shakes and shingles…
Defy Extreme Clear Wood Stain Review 2023 Note: Defy Extreme Clear had a label change in 2019. Welcome to Deckstainhelp.com, your number one source for deck staining tips and latest industry news on the internet. This year in 2023, Defy Extreme Clear Wood Stain continues to be the leading clear wood stain on the market. Feel free to leave a comment if you’ve used Defy Extreme Clear Wood Stain yourself. Note: This is an updated 2023 Review of our Original Defy Extreme Clear Review Defy Extreme Clear Wood Stain is the leading “crystal clear” deck stain finish on the market today. Defy Extreme Clear uses light stabilizing nanoparticles of zinc oxide, which is the same product used in sunscreen. The…
Best Deck Stains 2023 Tips We here at Deckstainhelp.com remain committed to being your go-to source for all things deck staining related. See below for our ratings of the best deck stains for 2023. We want to hear from you. What is your favorite deck stain and why? Leave us a comment below. When looking for the best deck stain you cannot deny that protection, appearance, longevity, and ease of application all need to score high for a stain to be considered the best. To find the best deck stain of 2023 it needs to be mentioned that there are many variables exposed that can play a vital role in the results of a deck stain. Weather, climate, sun exposure,…
Best Clear Deck Sealers in 2023 Here at DeckStainHelp.com, we are proud of the fact that we are the Internet’s number one reference for your deck stain opinions and reviews. We thank you for your continued support. Clear deck sealers continue to be a great option for protecting your wood deck from water damage, but unfortunately, do not provide any protection against UV rays and graying/wood darkening. If you have used clear deck sealers, we would like to hear what you think, so feel free to leave a comment below and pictures of your completed projects if you have them. Clear Deck Sealers and Stains for Exterior Wood It is no secret that protecting a wood deck with a water-repellent…
Deck Stain versus Clear Deck Sealer Here at DeckStainHelp.com, we are proud of the fact that we are the Internet’s number one reference for your deck stain questions, opinions, and reviews. In this updated article for 2023, we outline the differences between deck stains and clear deck sealers. Clear deck sealers continue to be an option for protecting your wood deck from water damage, but unfortunately, do not provide any protection against UV rays and graying/wood darkening. We would like to hear what you think, so feel free to leave a comment below with pictures of your projects if you have them. Should you use a Deck Stain or Clear Deck Sealer? To enhance the appearance of a wood deck…
Defy Extreme Clear Wood Stain Review 2023 Note: Defy Extreme Clear had a label change in 2019. We would love to hear from you if you have used the Defy Extreme Clear Wood Stain on your wood or deck. Please post a rating in the Consumer Star Ratings below. Consumer reviews below in the comment section have shown good results when using the Defy Extreme Clear Wood Finish. Defy Extreme Clear Wood Stain is the premier “crystal clear” decking finish on the market. The Defy Extreme Clear utilizes nanoparticles of zinc oxide into their formula. This is the same product that is used in sunscreen. These zinc oxide particles filter the UV radiation from the sun, prolonging the oxidation (graying)…
Thompson’s WaterSeal Waterproofer Plus Clear Wood Protector is designed for all exterior wood and decking surfaces. It’s supposed to provide water repellency, prevent water damage, maintain natural wood grain, and resist mold growth. But this Thompson’s WaterSeal product has clearly not been a consumer favorite with professional deck restorers, largely because it doesn’t offer any UV protection and grays in just a few months. If you have any experience with this product, we’d love it if you shared your Thompson’s WaterSeal reviews and photos in the comment area below.