Deck Stain Reviews

Best Deck Stain Reviews for 2022 For a more in-depth article on “What is The Best Deck Stain for Your Deck” see this article: The Best Deck Stain DeckStainHelp.com is a help and review site with the goal of offering advice to homeowners with the laborious task of restoring their exterior wooden decks, docks, and wood homes. We have been using and reviewing wood and deck stains since we started working on restoring exterior wood in the early 1990s. We developed this site to help consumers research and ask questions on what would be the best deck stain, with the goal of longevity and, just as important, the ease of reapplication. Questions on Which of the 7 Best Deck Stains…

Best Deck Stain and Sealer With over 250 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 2022! 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 100 Series Restore-A-Deck Solid Stain TWP Pro-Series Semi-Solid Stain Armstrong Clark Semi-Solid Stain TWP 1500 Series Defy Extreme Semi-Transparent Stain Armstrong Clark Hardwood…

TWP 100 Pro Series Review for 2022 Here at DeckStainHelp.com, we take pride in the fact that we have become the Internet’s go-to site for all things exterior wood and deck restoration related. Hearing from consumers who have used the TWP 100 Series wood stain, their decks have held up to the test of time and weather after this harsh winter. TWP is one of our top go-to stains as deck restoration contractors and we have been using it for 20+ years. As always, we appreciate your input, so feel free to leave a comment below and pictures of your completed projects if you have them. Important Note: There has been a recent label change for the TWP 100 Series.…

TWP 1500 Series Review Here at DeckStainHelp.com we take pride in the fact that we have become the Internet’s number one resource for all things exterior wood and deck restoration related. As years before, our customers who have used TWP wood and deck stain continue to be satisfied by the appearance and longevity of their deck stain projects. If you have used TWP wood and deck stain in the past, or if you are using it for the first time this year, we appreciate your input, so feel free to leave a comment below and pictures of your completed projects if you have them. Important Note: This is an updated 2022 TWP 1500 Series Review. TWP® (Total Wood Preservative) 1500…

Best Semi-Transparent Deck Stain We have been using deck stains now for 25+ years and reviewing them on DeckStainHelp.com since 2012. Our favorite stains have always been penetrating semi-transparent stains as they last for 2-3 years, do not peel, and can be cleaned and reapplied without the heavy lifting of power sanding and insurance scrapping. Here is a list of our Top 5 semi-transparent penetrating wood and deck stains.   The 5 Best Semi-Transparent Deck Stains are TWP 100 Series Semi-Transparent Stain Restore-A-Deck Semi-Transparent Stain Armstrong Clark Semi-Transparent Stain TWP 1500 Series Semi-Transparent Stain Defy Extreme Semi-Transparent Stain See below for more information on each brand.

Deck Stains in 2022 What Deck Stains are new? What Deck Stains really works? What are the different Deck Stain types? Today we will be reporting what’s new in the deck staining industry for 2022. Out three years ago is the Restore-A-Deck Semi-Transparent wood stain and two years ago was the Restore-A-Deck Solid Color Wood Stains. The Restore-A-Deck Wood Stains can be applied to damp wood, allowing for prep and stain to be completed on the same day. Restore-A-Deck Stain uses the latest in water-based wood staining technology to create a formula that allows for better UV protection, excellent penetration into the wood stain for long-lasting beautiful results, and the ability to apply to damp wood for single-day project completion.…

2022 Latest Consumer Magazine Reports on Decking Stains Please read this article and post any questions you have in the comment area below. Latest Consumer Magazine Reports on Decking Stains is out again this year and we have been getting some questions as to why our ratings differ so much compared to their highest rated products. We have compiled a list of reasons why we believe our reviews and ratings are more realistic and honest examples of how a deck stain actually performs. Contractor Restoration Reviews and articles are posted from our experience as contractors who specialize in exterior wood restoration. We are experienced in the trade of prepping and applying a stain to an exterior deck. Real-World Testing vs.…

TWP 200 Series Wood Stain Review for 2022 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…

PPG Timeless Advanced Stain + Sealant Review The PPG Timeless Deck Stain was introduced in 2017 into Home Depot. The product is actually the exact same thing as the Olympic ELITE Advanced Stain + Sealant in One (Lowes), just relabeled for Home Depot use. The review below is a repeat of our testings of the Olympic Elite version since it is the same stain. PPG Timeless Manufacturer Description PPG Timeless Advanced Stain + Sealant in One is a deck and wood stain that is ideal for bringing the rich look of interior wood to exterior wood surfaces such as decks, doors, furniture, and trim. Delivering more pronounced color while still enabling wood grain and texture to show, it provides luxurious appeal…

Defy Extreme Clear Wood Stain Review 2022 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 2022, 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 2022 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…

2022 Ready Seal Wood and Deck Stain Review Welcome to Deckstainhelp.com, your number one source for deck staining tips and the latest industry news on the internet in 2022. Ready Seal Wood and Deck Stain continues to follow the same premature fading patterns as years before. Leave us a comment if you’ve used Ready Seal Wood and Deck Stain. Note: This is our 2nd Review of Ready Seal Stains Ready Seal® Wood Stain is considered a professional-grade exterior wood stain. Ready Seal Wood and Deck Stain is suggested for use on all exterior wood surfaces such as decks, fences, arbors, gazebos, wood siding, roofs, and log homes. Ready Seal was originally designed for contractors but is now available to homeowners…

Behr Quick Dry Oil Finish Review 2022 We have found that the only thing “quick” about the BEHR Premium Quick Dry Oil Base Wood Finish is the need to redo it. It only lasts about one year at best. The good news is it is easily stripped off so you can choose to go with another brand of stain. Any questions on the BEHR Premium Quick Dry Oil Base Wood Finish? Ask Below in the comment area. Manufacturer Description on the BEHR Premium Quick Dry Oil Base Wood Finish BEHR Premium Quick Dry Oil Base Wood Finish is a revolutionary, breakthrough product that allows you to prep, stain, and entertain all on the same day. This unique wood finish features damp…