Semi-transparent deck stains

Update on 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. Please read this article and post any questions you have in the comment area below. Our newly enhanced website now offers the ability to upload and post pictures of your exterior wood or deck. Deck stains have not changed much in the past few years. Many brands have gone away from oil-based stains to water-based, but you are still able to use oil-based stains in all US States and Canada. We currently restore about 300-400 decks annually, and our favorites are the penetrating semi-transparent and semi-solids. We have been getting great…

Best Semi-Transparent Deck Stain See our Deck Stain Facts section with over 150 simple Q&A articles that answer all the questions that you have regarding deck staining, cleaning, and prep. 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…

Why Choose a Two-Toned Deck? Two-toned decks are becoming more popular every year. With a solid color (opaque) deck stain on the verticals and a semi-transparent stain on the horizontal, two-toned decks look great and can ease the maintenance down the road. If you have any questions or have done a two-toned deck restoration, please post the pictures below in the comment area with some tips on what you used and how you prepped the wood. There are several visual and maintenance advantages of having a two-toned deck. Here are a few of the main reasons consumers have been switching to the two-toned look. The ability to color match the railings and vertical wood to blend with the color of the house by using…

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…

Deck Stain Colors – Updated Spring 2023 Choosing a new deck stain color is not an easy decision, and there are a few things to consider before you start staining. We have put together this handy guide on the most popular deck stain colors to help you decide which is best for you. Before we look at the colors, we can talk about a few of the main types of deck stains: transparent, semi-transparent and solid color stains and the pros and cons of each one. Transparent stains provide a clear finish that will show the most amount of your deck’s natural wood grain without altering the color. Minimal to no (clear sealers) UV protection. Solid color stains will cover your…

Staining a Deck in the Spring 2023 Tips With the Spring 2023 thaw comes the resurface of your wood deck. It’s been a tough winter for your deck with temperatures ranging from brutally cold to near-spring warm in a matter of a few days throughout the winter season. With all this stress on the wood, it may be time for you to treat your wood deck to a fresh coat stain. It is exciting when the weather starts to warm up and you have the urge to tackle your deck stain project at the first sign of spring. However, this might be a bad idea. Stop yourself before you run to the store or your web browser to buy your…

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…

Different Types of Deck Stains in 2023 We appreciate our community of deck stain enthusiasts here at Deckstainhelp.com as we continue to add content and serve as your go-to source for the latest in deck restoration news and trending topics through 2023. In this article, we talk about the different categories of deck stains and what sets them apart. As always, comments are encouraged below. Many people ask what types of deck stains are available when curious about deck care and maintenance. Deck stains, in general, are for preserving and protecting exterior wood. They provide water repellency, UV protection, reduce fungal growth, and enhance the natural beauty of the wood. In 2023, deck stains come in several types of opacity…

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…

TWP Wood Deck Stain Reviews In reviewing some of the top stains on the market for 2023 we could not overlook TWP stain. It is a registered EPA wood preservative that offers excellent protection from UV graying, wood decay, and water infiltration. TWP uses select mildewcides that naturally resist fungal growth to help eliminate wood rot. The semi-transparent oil-based formula penetrates deeply into wood pores without extreme surface film accumulation. It emphasizes and enhances existing wood grain beauty with color depth and warmth. Our TWP Stain review 2023 shows that this stain goes beyond the TWP claims of being the number one wood preservative. Top contractors and professionals prefer wood stains that penetrate into the wood surface and can be…

Olympic ELITE Advanced Stain + Sealant in One Review At Deckstainhelp.com, we appreciate your feedback. It is our commitment to remain your number one source for tips and the latest industry news for all things deck stain related. Olympic ELITE Advanced Stain + Sealant in One continues to receive average to above average reviews as years before. Leave us a comment if you’ve used Olympic Elite Wood Stain and let us know how your projects held up. The Olympic Elite Wood Stain is actually the exact same thing as the PPG Timeless Advanced Stain + Sealant, just relabeled. Olympic ELITE Manufacturer Description Olympic ELITE Advanced Stain + Sealant in One is a super-premium stain formulated to protect and enhance the natural look…

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 2023. 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…