We'll also walk you through the prep work you shouldn't skip—and help you choose the right stain color and opacity level for your wood. in4mal / GETTY IMAGES If you're busy getting your backyard ready ...

As we head into Labor Day you’ll see sales and rebates for wood stains. The three-day weekend gives you time to stain your deck, and conditions are ideal as the weather cools and humidity drops.

Once you have finally checked off that deck project that's been on your to-do list, you'll want to finish it off with a coat of stain to improve its appearance and protect the surface. Not all times ...

Chauncey grew up on a farm in rural northern California. At 18 he ran away and saw the world with a backpack and a credit card, discovering that the true value of any point or mile is the experience ...

You are able to gift 5 more articles this month. Anyone can access the link you share with no account required. Learn more. (StatePoint) Whether your deck is new or old, there will come a day when you ...

Nothing gives new life to an old deck like a fresh coat of stain. And staining an old deck actually packs a double whammy. The process not only revives your deck’s appearance, but also protects the ...

While it may not be the household chore you most look forward to, staining a deck is an essential part of home maintenance and not a task to be skipped. Thankfully, it's also a backyard idea that ...