My primary goal in testing today’s top wood stain products was to determine how much they could enhance the look of natural wood and whether they offered protection against moisture. Stain is transparent and should still show the wood grain however, paint covers and completely obscures the wood.īoth products help preserve wood by repelling water and, depending on the brand, often include UV blockers and mildewcide to prevent mold and mildew growth. The two products-paint and stain-are comparable and contain many of the same ingredients. Photo: Glenda Taylor Before You Buy Deck Stain BEST FOR OLD DECKS: Thompson’s WaterSeal Penetrating Timber Oil.BEST SEMI-SOLID: Cabot Semi-Solid Stain + Sealer.BEST WATER PROTECTION: Seal-Once Marine Premium Wood Sealer.BEST FOR PRESSURE-TREATED: Defy Extreme Semi-Transparent Wood Stain.BEST FOR NEW DECKS: Ready Seal Wood Stain and Sealer.BEST BANG FOR THE BUCK: SaverSystems #1 Deck Premium Semi-Transparent Stain.BEST OVERALL: Thompson’s WaterSeal Transparent Waterproofing Stain.Then, check out the following products, which all earned a spot in this lineup by performing well in the tests. Keep reading to learn about the different types and what to look for when choosing the best deck stain for your exterior wood structure. Others offer mildew or UV protection and are less likely to fade over time, while some emit toxic fumes during application. Some offer just a hint of color, while others virtually obscure the wood grain. I discovered there’s more to wood deck stain products than I imagined. What makes one deck stain superior to another? That’s what I wanted to know, so I tested several of the top products on actual decking boards. Staining a deck with a quality product can help revive its appearance while adding a measure of protection against the elements. Harsh UV rays, battering rain, and temperature extremes can take a toll on a wood deck, leaving it faded and dull.
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