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How To Stain Your Deck With Cabot
We know you want to be proud of the way your stained wood looks—and one of the secrets for success is to prep the wood before you begin. These easy-to-follow steps will help you get pro-like results, right from the start.
Tools & Supplies
- Clean cloth
- Garden pump sprayer
- Scraper
- Scrub brush or power washer
- Ladder
- Safety glasses
- Rubber gloves
- Cabot® Problem Solver™ Wood Cleaner
- Cabot® Problem Solver™ Wood Brightener
Make Sure Your Wood Is Dry
Before staining, check to see if the wood is moist or dry. Stain that's applied to damp surfaces won't adhere well and will crack or peel. Moisture can also cause premature wood erosion, rot or decay. So you'll want to make sure the wood is dry before staining it.
Look For Surface Problems
For the best possible results, never stain wood that's eroded, decayed, rotted, contaminated, dirty or stained. If you notice any of these problems, you should either replace the wood or clean it, depending on the problem:
- Eroded, rotted and decayed wood should be replaced
- Contaminated, dirty or stained wood can be cleaned
Remove Contaminants
Over time, the surface of wood can become contaminated with a wide range of substances, such as mildew, soot, rust and tannin bleed. Each of these contaminants has its own tell-tale signs—and each one requires a different treatment.
It's Time To Stain
Learn how to properly apply wood stain to decks and other wood surfaces like a pro. We provide helpful wood stain techniques and tips so you can DIY.
