Deck Staining Information After cleaning your deck (or fencing, etc); sealing or staining will breathe life back into old looking boards, old and dirty decks will look excellent again. Cleaning and sealing or staining your decking every 2-6 years as needed, will ensure your decking will remain in excellent condition for years to come. Clear oil based sealants are the most cost effective.  They offer a totally clear, natural look and will repel water from the boards, protecting them from rot for 2-4 years, and will keep the deck looking nice for 1.5 - 2 years.   Semitransparent deck stains are the most durable products available, and very nice looking; They will provide much greater protection against heavy sunlight or traffic (pets, parties, etc).  Semitransparent colors allow the wood grain to remain visible. They are the most durable, protecting boards from rot 4-10 years+, and looking very nice for 3-10 years+ (The stain on vertical surfaces such as fences and spindles will last 7+ years, but deck floors and hand rails may begin to wear in 2-4 years with foot traffic, sunlight, etc.)  Stains will eventually wear off in high trafic areas, making it easy and cost effective to maintain, by lightly washing and over-coating as needed every few years. They come in a variety of colors from very natural to bold colors(natural cedar colors are the most popular). Overall an excellent choice for protecting your deck, fencing, or other outdoor wood surfaces.   Please call us today to receive any further information and pricing, etc. for your project. TWP (Total Wood Preservative), manufactured by Gemini Coatings, Inc: -excellent product, excellent durability, best looking colors, UV protection, etc .. Click Photos to Enlarge    TWP Cedartone                              TWP Cedartone       TWP Rustic                                   TWP Rustic Sherwin Williams Woodscapes: -excellent product, maximum durability, many colors to choose from in semi transparent (most popular) or solid color stains, UV protection, etc.   Please call for additional information