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Enhance Your Deck With a Two Toned Look

The trend of two toned decks with semi-transparent stains on the flat boards and solid stains on vertical railings and posts is gaining popularity among homeowners. This technique not only enhances...

How To Stain Your Deck Like a Pro

You may have been let down by other wood stains in the past, so let's take a look at how to tackle your next stain project with total confidence and DEFY. Follow these steps to ensure a great-looki...

When to Stain Your Deck

This varies by season and location, but it's usually best to stain your deck in the spring or fall. You can certainly start staining in the summer, just be sure to do it outside of the direct sunli...

How Many Coats of Deck Stain to Apply

We always recommend two coats of stain for any wood project, but you should only apply as much stain as the wood can absorb. Extremely dense hardwoods may only be able to absorb one coat of wood st...

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