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You’ve arrived at the best place to find out how to stain a deck, deck stain reviews, as well as anything related to how to stain fences, siding, and more. Browse through our deck stain reviews, deck stain articles and forums to help make sure your project goes smoothly and correctly. There are many products on the market, and while this site offers information on many of them, we don’t cover them all. We show you our experience with both the good and bad and help you navigate the deck stain world. If you’re not sure where to start, below are a few good starting points.
Top Rated Deck Stains for 2020
DEFY Extreme Wood Stain Review
We find that the Defy Extreme Wood Stain to be the best performing water-based deck stain on the market. The zinc oxide nano-particles do double duty in preventing UV fading and preventing mold or mildew growth. The Defy Extreme penetrates into the wood grain extremely well for a water-based stain, resulting in a non-filming coating that is not prone to peeling or wear from traffic. Utilizing nano-technology, Defy Extreme is one of the best stains on the market when it comes to preventing UV graying. (This product, performed the best and was the top rated stain/best stain ranking.) Product was easy to work with, penetrates well and looks great. 14 month exterior exposure testing showed very little color loss. Overall great product. Note: Product label design has changed since test was initially conducted.
PROS:
- Longest lasting deck stain
- Water-based
- Low Odor
- Easy to maintain
- Doesn't darken or peel
CONS:
- More expensive
- Wood must be cleaned & brightened first
DEFY Extreme Wood Stain Review
DEFY Extreme Solid Color Wood Stain was released in the spring of 2019, but has been in testing for the last 5 years. The results are pretty impressive. This product has outstanding resistance to peeling as well as color fade. Where most solid or opaque wood stains are just thinned down paint, this product is a premium grade wood stain that hides extremely well. Additionally, it applies very smooth. We don't recommend applying most solid color stains on horizontal surfaces due to peeling issues, but this product can be used on both vertical and horizontal applications and will be resistant to peeling even on surfaces that get foot traffic. It only comes in 4 base strengths, and can be tinted to any color you like. It can be purchased at local Do it Best hardware stores or online at Duval Paint where they have a number of color options available to tint to.
PROS:
- Hides extremely well
- Easy to apply
- Lasts at least 5 years
- Can be tinted to any color
- Requires little prep
CONS:
- More expensive than semi-transparent stains
#1 Deck Stain Review
Easy to apply, easy clean up and the color of the stain looks excellent. *Weathering Testing: In-Process PROS:
- Easy to apply
- Moderately priced
- Water-based, low odor
- Can be applied to damp wood
- Excellent penetration
- Easy-pour container
CONS:
- Only available in 4 colors
- Not available in stores, online only
Restore-A-Deck Stain Review
Easy to apply, easy clean up and the color of the stain looks fantastic . *Weathering Testing: In-Process PROS:
- Easy application
- Great penetration
- Natural looking colors
- Can be applied to damp wood
- Eco-friendly
CONS:
- Limited color selection
- Only available online
#1 Deck Advanced Solid Stain Review
Maximum protection against color fade & UV damage, easy to apply and clean up, excellent coverage and nice color selection. *Weathering Testing: In-Process PROS:
- Maximum protection
- Completely hides wood grain
- Great for old and new decks
- Can be used on horizontal and vertical surfaces
- Comes in 6 ready to use colors
CONS:
- Only available in 6 colors
- Only available online
When you’re looking to treat your decking, finding the best deck stain is easy if you start off by asking the right questions. As with any buying decision, rushing in without proper forethought is a recipe for disaster. So, before anything else, drill down on precisely what you intend to ...
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