Sweep the Surface
In order to successfully stain a deck, the surface must be completely dry and clear of debris. Working on a sunny day with no forecast for rain, start by sweeping deck with broom. TIP: New decks simply need sweeping prior to staining. Old, weathered decks require pressure washing. Just use caution, as a too intense pressure wash spray can damage deck wood. Use the lowest possible pressure setting when washing your deck.
Creating a Plan
Determine a starting and stopping point for easy entry onto and exit off of the deck. This will eliminate any possibilities of being trapped in a corner of the deck while your stain dries. ABOUT
Protect Exterior Walls
Add painter’s tape along areas where exterior wall meets the top of your deck. The painter’s tape will protect walls from application of stain to deck. westchesterpainters.net
