Read some of the comments and testimonials our readers have left over the years:

Key takeaways
  • Scott provides expert, personalized advice that helps homeowners avoid costly mistakes when choosing and applying deck stains.
  • Readers consistently praise the quick response times, helping them dodge serious deck staining problems before they happen.
  • DeckStainHelp.com is trusted by homeowners who feel let down by contractor advice and need reliable, independent guidance.
  • The site serves homeowners in a variety of climates, including challenging conditions like the Texas coast with hot, humid weather.
  • Readers leave feeling informed and confident about deck restoration steps, from stain selection to long-lasting application techniques.

With not knowing much about stains and getting not so great advice from many different contractors, Scott was there to give me expert advice on how stains work. With his knowledge and quick responses he probably saved me a whole lot of time and money. Thanks again Scott and thanks for being there for us.

— Ben

 

Wow! Thank you for your quick response. Guess I dodged a huge problem.

— Karin

 

Wow amazing info – thank you!…Couldn’t do this without your site and input. Appreciate it so much.

— Carolyn H.

 

Wow thanks so much for your help! Can’t wait to bring my deck back to life.

— Duncan

 

Thanks so much. Very informative articles and advice. Now… water or oil based stain? I live on the Texas coast; hot and humid climate.

— Marsha M.

 

Thank you in advance for your help and support!! Great website.

— Shawnie P.

 

I found your website and appreciate all of the information. I have already learned a lot.

— Carol G.

 

Thanks for a speedy response. Much appreciated.

— Bill N.

 

Hi Scott – Many thanks again – I appreciate feeeling informed and being instructed on the restoration steps available to acheive long lasting beautiful decks! You are doing good work, and I trust it comes back to you in many ways!

— Drew

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Scott Paul is the founder and owner of DeckStainHelp.com. He has worked in exterior wood and deck restoration since 1993, when he started Oakland Pressure Wash in Metro Detroit, and has restored more than 10,000 decks over three decades in the field. Everything reviewed here is tested the way a contractor tests it: applied to real wood, in real weather, and watched over multiple seasons. No manufacturer pays for a review, a rating, or a placement on this site. Read Scott's full bio and the list of sites he operates.
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1 year ago

With not knowing much about stains and getting not so great advice from many different contractors, Scott was there to give me expert advice on how stains work. With his knowledge and quick responses he probably saved me a whole lot of time and money. Thanks again Scott and thanks for being there for us.

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