How long will your can of deck stain last? You might find that when you’ve finished that big staining project, you’re left with a bunch of deck stain leftover. Well, it would be a shame to throw it away, wouldn’t it? But if you intend to store it, then there are a few things you should know first. Your stains can stay usable if following these simple guidelines. Unopened cans of deck stain Unopened cans of deck stain – just like regular paint – have a shelf-life of up to 5 or 6 years before they start to deteriorate. So if you didn’t have time to start your project this year then there’s no reason to worry. You can use…