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Home patios and decks are great spots to spend balmy summer days or host backyard barbecues at night. But these outdoor spaces require regular maintenance for aesthetic purposes and to prevent deterioration. One sure way to keep your outdoor surfaces looking their best for years to come is to apply an exterior stain or deck sealer. Ace is here to help you find the right product for your needs.   

Deck Waterproofing with Exterior Stain

Deck stain or wood sealer is a crucial product for all homeowners with decks, patios, fences, and other wood structures that are exposed to the elements. Exterior stain and wood sealer are key to waterproofing your deck. They protect from water, moisture, and harmful UV rays, helping to prevent excessive wear and tear, as well as rot and infestation. What’s more, using an exterior stain or sealer can also make your deck more visually appealing.

Using Porch Stain vs Wood Sealer

After you decide on extra protection for your deck, you will have to decide between stain and sealer. While both are great for protecting against moisture and water, and thus potential rot, the key difference between the two is in their application:  

  • Wood Sealer: Wood sealer is a clear application best used for highlighting the natural qualities of a wooden structure.
  • Wood Stain: Stains are pigmented, providing color for aesthetic and practical purposes, like blocking harmful UV rays that might prematurely age or damage the wood.

Consider Opacity When Choosing a Deck or Siding Stain

Whether you’re shopping for a deck or floor stain, understanding the differences between opacity options can help you choose the right finish. Whether Cabot, Thompson’s Waterseal, Benjamin Moore or any other brand, each manufacturer provides a unique set of products and finishes, including clear, translucent and solid.

  • Clear: Like a varnish, a clear stain allows the wood’s natural beauty to show through while providing waterproof protection. Clear finishes are sometimes called sealers because they don't contain color pigment.
  • Translucent: Opt for a translucent deck and siding stain to highlight the natural grain while adding a subtle touch of color.
  • Semi-transparent: A popular option, semi-transparent stain has more color but still allows the wood grain to remain visible once it dries.
  • Semi-solid: A semi-solid porch stain does a better job of hiding imperfections without completely concealing the wood grain.
  • Solid: A solid stain mostly conceals the wood grain, providing a heavier, thicker finish more similar to floor and porch paint.

Benefits of Wood Resurfacer

While certain structural issues and rot problems may necessitate replacing your wooden deck completely, the normal toll time takes on your deck may be addressed with a wood resurfacer. It goes on thick, helping to coat over issues caused by normal use and may prolong the aesthetic appeal of an older deck. If you’re unsure whether a wood resurfacer is right for you, stop by your local Ace Hardware store where you can consult our helpful staff. 

Shop Porch and Siding Stain at Ace Hardware

Applying an exterior wood stain to your deck revives its surface and helps protect it from weather damage. Ace carries several shades of deck stain, concrete stain, door stain and more to complement the look of your home and make your porch or deck stand out. And if you’re focused on coordinating your exterior, make sure you purchase a matching fence stain, too.