Will Deck Stain Freeze? 5/5 (1)

This post was updated on June 26, 2024

Hi! I am Scott Paul, a leading exterior restoration contractor and business owner with over 30 years of experience in exterior wood staining and restoration. My simple deck stain facts and tips are based on my history as a wood restoration contractor. See here for more info about me.

Question: Will a Deck Stain Freeze in Winter?

My Pro Advice on Deck Stain Storage:

Yes. It does not matter if it is water-based or oil-based. If you leave your deck stain in a garage or shed where temperatures can fall below freezing, there is a very good chance it will be ruined. Signs that your deck stain has gone bad are excessive thickening, jelling/clumping of the deck stain, or skinning on the top portion.

When storing your stain, make sure to 100% close the lid or top so there is no evaporation. Store the excess stain in a temperature-controlled room but away from heat sources such as furnaces or water heaters.

More Info on Storing a Deck Stain

• Shelf Life of a Deck Stain

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Scott Paul ~ Restoring Wood & Decks Since 1993 Owner

As an article and comment contributor to the site, Scott has been around the pressure washing industry since attending college. In 1993 he started his first company called Oakland Pressure Wash specializing in exterior pressure washing and deck staining. That company evolved into OPW L.L.C. shortly thereafter concentrating more on exterior wood and deck restoration. Scott and his Deck Cleaning Michigan company have restored over 10,000 decks in the Metro Detroit area since the early years. He has become an authority in the deck restoration industry and has contributed to numerous wood restoration forums and informative sites. All the products he suggests through this site are sold through online sites and in retail stores, allowing the consumer to choose their own means of purchase. Scott’s eCommerce sites do sell many top brands he endorses and if you appreciate any of the help he has offered then feel free to purchase from one of them.

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