Refinishing your wood deck doesn't just make your backyard look better—doing so can extend the life of your deck, too. "The type and quality of stain can have a huge impact on the longevity of the ...

Part of staining your wooden deck like a professional includes picking the perfect wood stain. The choices can seem endless – from different colors and subtle undertones to various finishes and levels ...

Once you have finally checked off that deck project that's been on your to-do list, you'll want to finish it off with a coat of stain to improve its appearance and protect the surface. Not all times ...

Finally learn the proper way to stain a deck to provide long-lasting beauty. These tips are the best way to stain a deck so it stays looking fresh. After three decades of watching people struggle to ...

Dear Ken: That type of dark stain does look great when first applied. The unfortunate news is that it is probably going to continue to peel, and each year there will be more spots. It also fades from ...

Staining a wood deck doesn’t just play up its beauty; it adds a layer of protection. The same holds true for staining fences, siding, or outdoor furniture. The best wood stains can help add years to ...

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 ...

Each autumn, leaves fall from above to signal the changing of the seasons. But if you’ve got a wood deck, the leaves also signal trouble ahead. As leaves, pine needles and other tree-canopy debris ...

Wood balconies and decks take a beating in the desert sun and wet winters. A good cleaning might be all it needs to perk up. Because wood needs to breathe, it is not a good idea to seal exterior wood, ...