Apply stain to one or two decking boards at a time, moving along the length of the board. While a deck pad can also work fine, we’ve found that a three- or four-inch brush can be ideal to get maximum ...

Cedar by BEHR is a warm light golden brown that suits various design styles. Burnt Hickory by Cabot and Oxford Brown by Pittsburgh Paint Co. are rustic and timeless. Violet by Minwax is a bold choice ...

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 ...

A wood deck increases your home’s value and adds a living space, but only if it is aesthetically appealing. If left untreated ...

A backyard deck can be the perfect platform for good times, but a wooden surface needs a proper sealant to protect it against the ravages of sun, rain, and temperature fluctuations. While you can hire ...

My house has a huge(almost 1000sf)deck that when we bought it was very, very moldy, neglected and weathered.<BR><BR>A few years back, I pressure washed it, sanded it ...

A good gutter system to handle rain water is vital to keep basements dry. Some gutters collect rain well, but dump it on the ground near the foundation, where it can eventually work its way into the ...

Every year or two, the stain on my deck peels off. I stain it again, and it peels again. What am I doing wrong?—Emily F., Rochester, New York The key word here is peel. Most stains absorb into the ...

The Woodsman Solid Color Deck Stain is part of the Wood Stains test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Wood Stains models like the Solid Color Deck Stain are rated on multiple criteria, ...