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Q: How many coats of stain is too much?

• <div><p>Stain is meant to be absorbed by the porous wood, allowing some of the natural grain to show through. With that in mind, you don&rsquo;t want to add more stain than the wood can absorb, as you risk covering up its natural markings. Generally, two coats is the maximum you should do, although very dense hardwoods may only be able to take a single coat.</p></div>

Q: What not to do when staining a deck?

• <div><p>When staining a deck, don&rsquo;t skip surface prep, avoid staining damp or dirty boards, and don&rsquo;t apply stain in extreme heat, cold, or wet conditions. Never overload the wood with a stain, as too much can cause tackiness or peeling. Also, don&rsquo;t forget to test a small area first to ensure the color and finish look right. </p></div>

Q: What is the best way to apply stain?

• <div><p>Your tool of choice ultimately comes down to personal preference. Many DIYers prefer applying stain with a lint-free rag, but others stick with a paint brush or a roller. Wipe the stain and work it into the wood, working with and against the grain. If you&rsquo;re applying multiple coats, allow the stain to dry for around <b>four hours</b> between coats.</p></div>

Q: What is the best time of day to paint outside?

• <div><p>While the answer varies based on weather, 10 a.m. is a good time to start painting. The dew will have dried, meaning there&rsquo;s no moisture on the house, and the temperature will likely be moderate and the sunlight less direct. Starting mid-morning should also give you enough daylight and pleasant weather to work on the job for several hours.</p></div>

Q: Do decks need to be primed before painting?

• <div><p>Unless you&rsquo;re using a 2-in-1 formula or painting over an existing coat of paint, it pays to <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/quick-primer-interior-painting.htm">apply a coat of primer</a> ahead of your new paint. Decks see a lot of footfall and exposure to extreme and sudden temperature changes and moisture levels. The primer promotes better paint adhesion, moisture repellency, and a smoother finish, which means you&rsquo;ll often need fewer coats of paint. </p></div>

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Last update on October 30, 2025

Reviewed in January 2022
I hired Nate to install new windows, siding, and doors as wells as build two decks with one pergola and one covered roof. His work was good when he showed up with the exception of the trim and siding around the bay window. This work was not good at all. The trim didn't follow the window and...
RiverBend Contracting, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2016
Excellent Removed some pretty bad drink stains
NU-TECH ENVIRONMENTAL CONTROL
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Reviewed in April 2014
This was a ten out of ten service. What an amazing job that they did. Service and quality of work far surpassed my expectations. The time and effort that Chris and Mike(?) spent cleaning the carpets with such detail to attention and thoroughness completely blew me away. There were some very...
Carpet MD
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Reviewed in October 2013
I called about ink stains from an exploded ink pen in shag carpet. He answered and set a prompt appt. He and his wife came on time and worked very hard at several spots that had been set in. They did a great job and were able to get the stain out. He even left extra solution to work at the...
NACHO CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING
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Reviewed in September 2013
I got one person (Tyson the owner) along with 4-5 guys that looked like and acted like they were hired off the corner and no knowledge of how to roof properly. During the tear off they didn't put down any tarps there for still picking nails out of the yard. The shingles were just thrown off roof...
Nawanna Construction
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Reviewed in July 2013
The contractor, was on time, performed the work exactly as I asked, his price was exactly as he quoted, he cleaned up inside and outside my home. He was also able to fix a sagging pergola on my deck that was not on my original request for work, AND he did it the next day. Both jobs completed...
K & K Construction
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Reviewed in July 2008
Karen came on time, quickly removed the lagbolts from the ceiling and the anchors from the drywall and mudded the holes. Then she returned the next day to prime and paint the repairs. Also, she caulked around a couple of windows. Was well done, very professional. They apparently do general...
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