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Every spring, we get hundreds of questions about when to stain a new deck, wood fence, or exterior of a wood home. This is the second most popular question on DeckStainHelp.com, so we decided to create an updated and comprehensive guide to staining a new deck, including some of the best stain brands and types of deck stains to use on your new wood. But as always, if you still have questions, we’re here to help! Just post a comment below and we’d be glad to assist you.

Staining a New Deck in 2022 DeckStainHelp.com has become the Internet’s go-to website for all things exterior wood surface restoration-related. We recommend you wait 3+ months to stain new wood surfaces to allow the wood to weather, creating an ideal porous surface that will hold the stain better. The waiting period does vary based on the stain brand and type of wood. Our top stains for new wood are the Armstrong Clark and the Restore-A-Deck Wood Stains. We encourage customer interaction on our site, so feel free to participate in our open discussion. How Long Should you Wait to Stain a New Deck? Over the past 10+ years, we have had numerous questions asked on the site, but none was…

Staining a New Deck Tips See here for a more in-depth article on staining new wood. This article is the top-rated and indexed article on staining new wood decks. It is important to consider the state of your wood surface before staining, especially this Spring 2022 following such a harsh winter with extreme temperatures. Preparing to stain a new deck is considerably different from staining a deck that has already been stained. It is important to follow some guidelines that lay the foundation for an optimal wood surface to stain. Before diving into a wood stain project, we recommend you conduct your own research, read articles, and watch how-to videos to educate yourself on what is best for your wood…

2022 for Staining a New Deck DeckStainHelp.com is the Internet’s number one go-to site for all things exterior wood surface restoration related. As before, we recommend you wait 3+ months to stain new wood surfaces to allow the wood to weather, creating an ideal weathered surface that will hold the stain better. We encourage customer interaction on our site, so feel free to participate in our open discussion. See here for a more in-depth article on Staining New Decking. Staining a new deck in 2022 has never been easier. With today’s quality wood cleaners and stains, most anyone can get professional-like results. We have come a long way in wood restoration products and in 2022 most of these products are…

The Best Stain for New Pine Decks Since we first published this article, some new stains have been introduced. We recommend you browse our site with honest reviews for recommendations for the best stain for a new pine deck when it comes to prep and stain application. We always appreciate your input, so feel free to leave a comment below with pictures of your pine deck stain projects. Need Help Finding the Best Stain for New Pine Deck? The best time to stain a deck is after it is built while the wood is still new and has not been compromised by weather damage. However, it is important to allow a new pine deck to dry out for several months…

Pre-Stain New Wood Decks Before Install? DeckStainHelp.com has become the Internet’s go-to site for professional wood deck staining tips. As before, we recommend you do not stain new wood prior to installation. Instead, wait 3+ months after installation before staining new wood surfaces. This will allow the wood to weather, creating an ideal porous surface that will hold the stain better. We encourage discussion on our site, so feel free to leave a comment. Should you Pre-stain New Wood Before Install? The simple answer is No. Wood decks are a great way to add extra outdoor living space to any home. Not only do they provide a place for the family get-togethers, but they can also add value to your…

Blending New and Old Deck Boards Here at DeckStainHelp.com, we strive to remain the Internet’s number one reference for your deck stain questions, opinions, and reviews. In this updated article, we suggest how to blend new and old deck boards for a beautiful even surface. We would like to hear what you think, so feel free to leave a comment below. There are many reasons why you would have a mix of new and old deck boards but it can be a common situation. The most frequent reason is that some of the boards needed to be replaced due to decay or wood rot while other boards were still in good condition. It is also very common for a deck…

Best Stain for New Cedar Deck We appreciate you visiting Deckstainhelp.com, your go-to source for the latest in deck restoration news and trending topics through 2022. If you are looking for honest deck stain ratings, look no further. In this updated article, we offer suggestions for how to best prepare and stain a new cedar deck. Feel free to leave a comment below. What Stains Work Well on New Cedar Deck There are many different types of cedar used for exterior surfaces with Red Cedar being the most common. We recommend you wait 3+ months to stain new smooth cedar wood surfaces to allow the wood to weather, creating an ideal porous surface that will hold the stain better. (Always…

Paraffin Oil Based Decking Stains We appreciate you visiting Deckstainhelp.com as we continue to be your go-to source for the latest in deck restoration news and trending topics through 2022. Below, we talk about Paraffin Oil Based Decking Stains. Feel free to leave a comment below with any pictures you may have. Paraffin Oil-Based Stains Most deck stain manufacturers today use both synthetic and natural oils in their products. There are several types of oils that are used in oil-based deck stains. Paraffin Oil is one of the more common types of oil used today. Pros of Paraffin Oil-Based Stains Paraffin is an excellent penetrating oil. Deck stains containing paraffin oil penetrate deep into all wood types. It conditions the…