It takes work to keep decks looking great, and this is the time of year many people take on the challenge of re-staining. The project can drastically improve both appearance and lifespan, but ...

Unlock to see our ratings and compare products side by side The Thompson's WaterSeal Deck & House Semi-Transparent Latex is part of the Wood stains test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, ...

Have you ever felt overwhelmed in the exterior stain aisle at your local home improvement store? You’re not alone. The seemingly endless options can make it difficult to know if you’re making the ...

Unlock to see our ratings and compare products side by side The Cabot Express Deck Wood Stain Semi-Transparent is part of the Wood stains test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Wood ...

Staining wood can spruce it up and protect it, especially if you’re using highly rated stain from brands like Behr, Olympic, and Valspar If you’re curious about which brand makes the best deck stain, ...

Staining a wood deck doesn’t just add to its beauty; it adds a layer of protection to the wood that will help it look great for years to come. The same holds true for staining fences or siding. The ...

Question: I have a wood deck and am really upset. Last spring, I went to great lengths to clean the deck and reseal it. I purchased an expensive semi-transparent sealer that did have a small amount of ...

Q: I put my wood deck to bed for the season about a month ago. Suffice it to say I was really upset. Back in the spring I went to great lengths to clean the deck and reseal it. I purchased an ...

Q: We have a much-loved deck that's about 15 to 20 years old. On a sunny Friday four years ago, I cleaned it well and stained it with a Behr product, but the stain pooled and peeled, despite my best ...