How to stain a deck 2022

How Water Based Wood Stains are Different and Better Today Than They Were 10 Years Ago Welcome to Deckstainhelp.com, the number one source for deck staining tips and the latest industry news on the internet in 2022. Water-based stains have come a long way as far as quality and longevity go in the last 10+ years. We look back at the progression in the article below. Feel free to leave a comment if you’ve seen the evolution of deck stain technology yourself. A decade ago water-based wood stains were not much of a comparison to some of the quality oil-based stains. Prior to new technology, water-based stains would not perform well in some conditions. Harsh sunlight and fungal growth were…

Staining Your Deck in the Summer Heat We here at Deckstainhelp.com appreciate your loyalty. For 2022 and beyond, we are committed to being your go-to source for all things deck staining-related. If you have ever wondered how hot is too hot to stain a deck, read on. We want to hear from you. What time of year do you think is the best time to stain a deck? Having a wood deck means you are probably familiar with deck care or at least what can happen without regular deck care. To protect the investment of a wood deck the wood needs to be protected with a wood preservative. Unprotected wood will weather quickly. Harsh UV rays will gray a deck…

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…

Darker Pigmented Deck Stain Means Better UV Protection Deckstainhelp.com is your go-to source for deck staining tips and trends on the internet in 2022. Read below for insights about the science of deck stains and why more pigment in deck stain means better UV protection. Leave us a comment below if you have experienced this yourself. Why More Pigment Means Better UV Protection Pigments are used for coloring and tinting wood stain. Most pigments used in stain manufacturing are dry powders that are ground up. The powder is added to a binder that suspends the pigment, which gives the stain its desired tint. Stain pigments can vary in color depending on the type of light they are reflecting. For exterior…

Best Temperature Range for Applying Deck Stains Welcome to Deckstainhelp.com, your source for industry insights and trends for the perfect deck stain project execution. See below for information on the ideal temperature range for deck stain application. We want to hear from you. Leave us a comment if you have input about the ideal temperature range for deck stain application below. There is no uncertainty that weather has a huge impact on applying a deck stain. A number of factors can help or hurt when it comes to staining a deck. Rain for one is a very big factor. Not only can rain delay and deck staining project, but it can also ruin a freshly stained deck if it rains…

Wood Stain for Pool Decks 2022 We at DeckStainHelp.com would like to thank you for your continued support as we continue to be the internet’s number one resource for all things wood deck restoration-related. See this article for tips for picking the best stain for your wood pool deck. If you have stained a pool deck, we want to hear about your experience and any tips you may have. Feel free to leave us a comment below. Exterior wood surfaces need to be protected from harsh elements like UV rays and moisture. Foot traffic from people and even pets can also do damage. A wood surface around a pool, however, is subjected to a lot more moisture and harsh chemicals…

Why Deck Stains Cannot be Shiny We here at DeckStainHelp.com are proud to be the internet’s number one reference for all things wood deck restoration related. As before, we do not recommend the use of polyurethane stains on outdoor decks as they will peel. We always appreciate your input and questions, so feel free to leave a comment below. Unlike some wood stain finishes on hardwood floors that have a reflective or shiny finish, most exterior deck stains are not meant to be shiny. A deck stain works best when it is applied to a clean wood surface. This allows the deck stain to penetrate deep into the wood pores to ensure a solid wall of protection against sun and…

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.…

How to Stain Undersides of Deck Boards Welcome to Deckstainhelp.com, your source for the latest tips, tricks, deck stain industry insights. This is an update for our previously published article, discussing whether or not you should stain the underside of deck boards in 2020. We want to hear from you. Leave us a comment and tell us if you recommend staining the underside of deck boards, and why or why not. Do You Need to Stain the Undersides of a Deck? Bringing up some debate is whether or not you should stain the undersides of a deck. It is common and advisable to stain the weather-exposed surfaces of a deck to protect them from water and sun damage. But do…

How to Stain All Sides of Deck Board? DeckStainHelp.com has become the Internet’s go-to resource for all things exterior wood surface restoration-related. As before, we recommend you reconsider how important it is to stain all sides of the deck board, as it can be an unnecessary hassle and can create issues with dry rot. We encourage customer interaction on our site, so feel free to leave us a comment below and include pictures of your project. Do You Need to Stain All 4 Sides of Deck Boards? Many people have asked whether or not it is necessary to stain all 4 sides of deck boards. To answer this question let’s first take a look at why deck boards need to…

Decks can crack and split as the wood ages, leaving large voids on the surface, and it can be tempting to fill these voids with an outdoor wood filler. But as the Internet’s top authority on wood deck restoration, we do not recommend that you use wood filler or caulk for your decking projects. However, we are always interested in hearing about your experiences with deck restoration as well: If you’ve tried using wood crack filler on your deck or are thinking about doing so, feel free to leave us a comment or question below.

Working with rough-sawn lumber is a little bit different from staining and preserving smooth wood, but in either case, it’s important to follow the proper steps to get a long-lasting finish. At DeckStainHelp.com, we’re experts at wood deck restoration, and we’re always glad to help homeowners with their exterior wood projects. Read our tips for staining rough-sawn wood and you should have no trouble with the task! But if you have any questions, feel free to leave us a comment and let us help you. What Is Rough-Cut Lumber? Rough-textured wood, also known as rough-sawn lumber, is wood that is used as originally cut: It has not been smoothed out or sanded like most lumber is. It’s becoming a more…