how to apply a deck stain

Tips for staining a deck yourself Deck staining is a very important process that improves the appearance of your deck and helps to protect it from the elements. A good quality stain can help your deck last for a much longer period of time than if left untreated. There are many different reasons you would want to stain or re-stain your deck, but it might be too expensive for you to hire a professional company, or you may just enjoy taking on DIY projects. Whatever the reason, if you are looking for tips on how to stain a deck on your own, this article aims to provide you with tips on how to complete a stained deck yourself  – to…

How to Apply A Deck Stain in 2022 Exterior wood deck restoration can be a yearly or every two-year chore for most homeowners. It is understood that you will need to maintain and treat your deck so it is protected from the elements and looks beautiful for many years to come. One popular question we have here at DeckStainHelp.com is “What is the Best Way to Apply a Deck Stain?” The issue with this common question is that most types of stains are applied differently and may require different application methods. We are going to break down the different types of deck stains and sealers and offer advice based on our 25+ years in the deck restoration business as to…

How Often to Reapply a Deck or Wood Stain? This is one of the most popular wood or deck staining questions we have on DeckStainHelp.com. Exterior deck and wood maintenance are key to improve the appearance and protect the wood so it lasts for many years. A quality wood or deck stain can last up to 3 years on a deck and 5 years on a vertical surface but they do not last forever. This article aims to provide you with tips on when to reapply your deck stain for different types of surfaces and different types of stains or coatings. Wood Staining Maintenance Tip: It is always best to reapply a deck stain prior to full failure. In many…

My Deck Stain Failed? Who to Blame? We appreciate your input here at Deckstainhelp.com as we continue to be your go-to source for the latest in deck restoration news and trending topics through 2022. See below for an article about Deck Stain Failure. Feel free to leave a comment below. Deck Stain Failed? Who to Blame, the Stain? Or the Person who Applied the Stain? There is nothing worse than going through the time-consuming process of applying a stain just to see that it is peeling a few months later. This a common query and occurrence for many exterior wood deck owners. You love your garden and deserve to enjoy it. Nobody wants to see an unsightly, peeling deck so…

How to Spray a Deck Stain Tips We appreciate your input here at Deckstainhelp.com as we continue to be your go-to source for the latest in deck restoration news and trending topics through 2022. See below for an article about How to Spray a Deck Stain. Feel free to leave a comment or ask questions below. How to Spray a Deck Stain properly and evenly. We here at DeckStainHelp.com hear a lot about different methods and tools people use to stain their decks. Luckily, there are options so you don’t have to be tied down and committed to staining your deck any certain way. One way to apply stain onto your deck is by using a low-pressure pump sprayer. We…

Tips on Applying a Deck Stain Evenly We here at Deckstainhelp.com appreciate your loyalty. For 2022 and beyond, we vow to remain committed to being your go-to source for deck staining tips and latest industry news on the internet. See below for tips on how to apply deck stain evenly. If you have any further recommendations we may have left out, please feel free to share them in the comments below. Also, we encourage you to share pictures of your completed super deck projects. Many people set out to stain their own deck but do not realize that just slapping it on can have less than mediocre results. There is a little more to applying deck stain than just squirting…

Like with any job, using the proper tools to stain your wood deck is half the battle. Our favorite and most-used deck staining tools are flooring brushes and stain pads, but you have a variety of deck stain applicator options to choose from that work fairly well. We’d also love to hear your thoughts: What do you think is the best way to apply stain and why? Leave us a comment below! Deck Stain Brushes Brushes certainly have their place when applying deck stain. Choosing the best brush for staining wood will depend on the specific area you’re staining. Use a wood stain brush for cutting along edges and in other hard-to-reach areas. A white China bristle brush works best…

How to Stain Your “Wet on Wet” Welcome to Deckstainhelp.com, your source for the latest in deck stain developments, industry insights, and tips. See below “wet on wet” application directions to be used when you are applying a deck stain in 2022. We want to hear from you. Leave us a comment below about your projects that involve “wet on wet” application. Deck Stain Application Instructions for 2 coats “Wet on Wet” The term “wet on wet” refers to a two-coat application process specific to semi-transparent penetrating stains. In the wet on wet method, the first application of stain is applied to an area. Then before the first coat dries or cures, a second coat is applied over the top.…