Selecting a Stain or Paint,
A deck that is in good condition with minimal splintering and uniform color throughout is a good candidate for a semi transparent stain , which soaks into the wood and leaves the grain of the wood visible. Solid stains, as we use on this project, coat the surface of the wood like paint and will hide replaced lumber and minor weathering. If the condition of the wood is especially
weathered, a resurfacing stain containing grit is a forgiving choice and can hide cracks as deep as 1/4″.
Apply Stain
Plan to stain once the deck is completely dry and no rain is in the immediate forecast. Tape off edges as needed and make sure no debris is present. A paint pad or roller can be used to apply stain to the deck, but care
should be taken to apply evenly. Solid stains are more forgiving, but an uneven application or “touch up” spots will stand out when using semi-transparent stains. TESTIMONIALS
Corner, Gaps and Railings
A paintbrush should be used in corners, railings and in gaps between planks. Railings and gaps between deck boards require special attention and can impact the amount of stain and time needed for the project. westchesterpainters.net
