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 ...

A great wood stain does double duty. First, it adds to the aesthetics, either by enhancing the natural grain pattern of the wood, or by covering blemishes, depending upon the stain you choose. Second, ...

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) -- Whether you're finishing a new deck or fence, or an existing one is starting to look worn, applying a stain can give it a fresh new look and protect the wood from ...

Q: I just bought my first home, and I have to discover how to stain a deck. I have so many questions. For example, how do you clean a deck before you start? Is there a difference between deck stains?

As we head into Labor Day you’ll see sales and rebates for wood stains. The three-day weekend gives you time to stain your deck, and conditions are ideal as the weather cools and humidity drops.

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 ...

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We love our decks here in the northwest. And it’s easy to understand why. Of course, a wood deck requires a fair amount of upkeep. It needs to be stained and sealed every few years to keep it looking ...