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Q: What lasts longer on a deck, stain or paint?

• <div><p>When choosing between deck stain or paint, knowing what will last longer is important. Deck paint lasts longer than deck stain. With deck paint, you can get up to <b>10 years</b> of coverage before you need to reapply. With deck stain, that time is significantly shorter at <b>two to three years</b>. </p></div>

Q: How do I know when it’s time to restain my deck?

• <div><p>You&rsquo;ll need to restrain your deck when you notice fading, cracking, peeling, or mold and mildew over a moderate to large area, or when it&rsquo;s become especially difficult to clean. As for <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-often-should-you-stain-your-deck.htm">how often to stain a deck</a>, plan to do it every two to three years or whenever you start to notice extended damage. </p></div>

Q: Do you have to seal a deck after power washing?

• <div><p>Yes, it is generally a very good idea to seal your deck after pressure washing. Power washing removes not only dirt and debris but also a thin layer of wood, leaving the surface exposed and more susceptible to weathering. Sealing is almost always needed after this process. After a general cleaning, sealing isn't automatically necessary if the existing sealant is still intact. You can test the surface by placing a few drops of water on it. If the water beads up, the sealant is working. If it soaks into the wood, it's time to apply a new sealant. If it has been a few years, it's wise to remove the old sealant, wash the deck, and reseal for maximum protection.</p></div>

Q: How many coats of stain on a deck?

• <div><p>Two coats of stain are ideal for the best protection and aesthetic appeal. However, if your decking is made of particularly dense hardwood, you may only need one coat. If you want an intense color, two coats are ideal. </p></div>

Q: How long should I season my deck before staining?

• <div><p>It&rsquo;s important to make sure the wood on a new deck is properly seasoned. Seasoning a deck is simple: Once you build it (or have a pro do so), just leave it alone so it can acclimate to the environment. If you don&rsquo;t give the deck proper seasoning time before staining, the stain can lock in any lingering moisture and cause mold, rot, and other moisture issues down the road. Give the wood at least four to eight weeks to season before you stain.</p></div>

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Last update on April 29, 2025

Reviewed in April 2025
James spent all afternoon presenting the options so I could choose the products and prices I preferred. I thought the price was high but agreed it was a fair deal considering I’d already waited two years for other companies to do the work. I was surprised by how soon they were able to begin, and...
Capital Construction Contracting North
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Reviewed in November 2024
Very competent carpenter with many good tools. We had a disasterous leak inside our bathroom wall which involved removal of the wall and cutting off the joists of the deck outside. That in turn required exstensive bracing both inside and under the deck. New 2x6 studs and a new header were...
Kraus Custom Carpentry, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2024
Paul quoted my old deck removal and new deck construction at a reasonable price. He started and finished earlier than I expected -especially given my experience with other handymen/contractors. During the project there were no surprises because of unexpected problems. If I have any further...
Paul Winauski
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Reviewed in May 2022
Doug Hodges and his roofer Kevin were superb roofers, at the best price in this area. Some difficult work above a fragile deck was done just about perfectly. I recommend them unconditionally!
Scotch Pine Inc
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Reviewed in August 2021
I searched high and low to try and find a landscaper that did both trimming and mulching. Brandon from Arbormax responded quickly. I had to go away, so Brandon called me once he was at my property to go over his plan and pricing. We agreed, and set a date for the work to be completed. I had...
Arbormax Inc
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Reviewed in July 2021
The owner of the business was super duper!!! He cut my grass like a pro!! He never missed a beat and did it in a timely fashion!! Cheap and affordable. He made my lawn look pretty! Thank you Easy E what an experience!!! P.S he does everything!!!!
Easy E's Lawn Care and Landscaping
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Reviewed in June 2020
Got a few quotes for a fence replacement on HomeAdvisor; went with the cheapest of the 3. It is just not what we talked about though. It was supposed to be pressure-treated pine with white stain and I came home to a heat-treated pine of a lesser quality cut and white paint instead of stain. ...
Grizzly Landscaping, LLC
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Reviewed in June 2019
The exterior of my house was a mess - heavy accumulations of algae and a layer of dirt on the siding, porches, and deck. Q's did an amazing job! The house now looks like it was newly sided and the decks and porches are pristine. I interviewed powerwashing vendors 4 vendors and Q's was the only...
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Reviewed in November 2018
He is SUPER! I just moved to the area and I am thankful to have found him! I cannot say enough. He fixed my damaged fine wool & silk rug from pet stains & saved me a lot of anguish. I will Absolutely use him going forward. Do not hesitate to call on Chris!
Chris' Carpet Cleaning
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Reviewed in February 2017
Cleanway Services cleaned our office carpets, including removal of multiple stains that we were unsure could be removed at all. Their technician was professional, prompt, courteous, and friendly. He efficiently cleaned all of our carpets in under two hours. They were quick to answer any...
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Regenerative Gardenworks LLC

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In business since 2016

Small jobs welcome

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"I had a tree fall on my shed and garage. Regenerative Gardenworks was very quick to get me a quote, and were able to do the work quickly. They showed up, removed the tree safely and cleaned up the mess. Highly Recommend."

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"I was very pleased with the work he did, he has a nice way of explaining things , I sure I will hire him again for other projects when needed he is a very pleasant person to deal with. Tank you Scott for being such a nice guy ."

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Sal DiMeglio Commercial & Residential Painting

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"We had a great experience with Sal! Our house is 130 years old and has not been painted in 25 years. Honestly, we weren’t even sure the house could be painted and expected the condition of the exterior to be a major challenge. He did an amazing job bringing it back to life! He paid close attention to detail, was hardworking and professional, and took great pride in his work. The finished result exceeded our expectations, and our old house looks fantastic. We are extremely happy with the transformation and would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a skilled, reliable, and quality painter!"

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Demasi Daughter And Son Carpentry LLC

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Veteran owned.\n10 Plus years experience in carpentry.\nNew builds, Coventry log home builder, additions,remodels, weatherization, lead safety trained and certified

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Sanville Garage Door and Painting

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Sanville Garage Door and Painting is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests, and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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Sergeant Property PLLC

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Veteran owned and operated \nClean, professional, polite, moral, community driven service\n\nWe achieve and maintain the highest of standards by implementing measures to reduce waste, increase productivity, and leave a finished product you will be happy with. \n\nColin was born and raised in the local area before enlisting in the U.S. Army. Now that he has moved back to his home town, he hopes to become a trusted name in the area.

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In business since 2015

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"Chris and his team were excellent. There was a miscommunication at first but they came back and made everything right. I would highly recommend them."

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Vista Home Improvement

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"Thanks for your services was nice experience to has business ? with you I home my wishes come true no more Abuse, sickness, hungry, or homeless, My Broking Heart"

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Compulsive Cleaning & Painting

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"It was a fantastic service. They inform beforehand about the schedule for any issues. I would like to give them an A+ if possible."

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Josh's Handyman Service

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"Great. He put in weather stripping and fixed a long-broken pocket door. Great work."

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Deck Staining questions, answered by experts

When choosing between deck stain or paint, knowing what will last longer is important. Deck paint lasts longer than deck stain. With deck paint, you can get up to 10 years of coverage before you need to reapply. With deck stain, that time is significantly shorter at two to three years.

You’ll need to restrain your deck when you notice fading, cracking, peeling, or mold and mildew over a moderate to large area, or when it’s become especially difficult to clean. As for how often to stain a deck, plan to do it every two to three years or whenever you start to notice extended damage.

Yes, it is generally a very good idea to seal your deck after pressure washing. Power washing removes not only dirt and debris but also a thin layer of wood, leaving the surface exposed and more susceptible to weathering. Sealing is almost always needed after this process. After a general cleaning, sealing isn't automatically necessary if the existing sealant is still intact. You can test the surface by placing a few drops of water on it. If the water beads up, the sealant is working. If it soaks into the wood, it's time to apply a new sealant. If it has been a few years, it's wise to remove the old sealant, wash the deck, and reseal for maximum protection.

Two coats of stain are ideal for the best protection and aesthetic appeal. However, if your decking is made of particularly dense hardwood, you may only need one coat. If you want an intense color, two coats are ideal.

It’s important to make sure the wood on a new deck is properly seasoned. Seasoning a deck is simple: Once you build it (or have a pro do so), just leave it alone so it can acclimate to the environment. If you don’t give the deck proper seasoning time before staining, the stain can lock in any lingering moisture and cause mold, rot, and other moisture issues down the road. Give the wood at least four to eight weeks to season before you stain.

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