Learn how to re-stain your deck the easy way with practical, step-by-step guidance on cleaning, preparation, and applying ...

We'll also walk you through the prep work you shouldn't skip—and help you choose the right stain color and opacity level for your wood. in4mal / GETTY IMAGES If you're busy getting your backyard ready ...

Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. Consumer Reports has no financial relationship with advertisers on this site. As we approach Labor Day, you’ll begin to ...

Stain wood when it hasn’t rained for three days and when the forecast calls for at least two days of dry weather (or two and ...

Staining a wood deck can protect it from water, ice, and snow. When staining a deck, prepare the area, repair the deck, and clean it, before applying the stain. Stain the deck during the spring or ...

Q: I had my back deck painted with DeckOver in spring 2016. A year later, in a few places, the coating started peeling off, exposing bare wood. What to do? Bethesda A: Behr, the manufacturer of ...

Q: How should I protect my wood deck in advance of Seattle’s wet-weather seasons? A: This is a great question, especially since we (hopefully) have a few warm, sunny and dry weekends left to tackle ...

The weather, finally, seems to have broken through in to consistently warm temperatures. That means outdoor parties on your backyard patio. However if you're just finishing up your new deck in time ...

A study in Forest Products Journal says wooden decks can deteriorate considerably in just two to three years. That means sooner or later, you’ll need to refinish your deck. Pressure-treated deck ...