No. Nearly all stains contain a waterproofing additive, which is just as effective as that used in waterproofing sealers. Often, application of a waterproofer over a stain is counterproductive because the surface is no longer porous enough to accept the waterproofer.

All of our products are high end. Certain products will do better then others depending on your particular environment or type of wood that you have. If you came to our store looking for a certain brand name then we would suggest sticking with that. Please email us if you have any questions and we will be more then happy to suggest a certain brand depending on your situation.

When you're looking for a painted-kind-of-look to match you home exterior, or when the deck has been totally neglected, solid stains hide and conceal any cosmetic imperfections that the lumber may have.

Crystal Clear sealers will not filter out UV rays for very long or at all. A transparent tinted sealer acts like sunglasses for your wood, filtering the UV rays and prolonging discoloration. You can use a clear sealer but it will gray very quickly.

A film forming coating is a product that does not penetrate into the wood completely. A product that does not penetrate can result in premature peeling and or flaking. All of our wood deck stains will penetrate into the wood when applied properly.

Pressure treated wood will not rot, but it will cup, warp, split and splinter if it is not sealed so water will not absorb and then evaporate in a number of cycles

Peeling is generally a sign of a lot of excess film on the surface and not enough penetration. This could be due to surface contamination, high moisture content in the wood, a previous stain not allowing the new stain to penetrate, or a wet on dry application instead of wet on wet.

Ans: The insulating additive will help keep the deck cooler while providing a slightly slip resistant surface.

Creative Wood Products has their own private label stain called Deck Gold. Deck Gold is an oil based semi-transparent sealer and stain in one. It is a unique blend of resin, pigment oil, mildewcide and UV protectors that penetrate deeply into the wood to protect and preserve it. Deck Gold can be used on all types of wood except Redwood. We also carry Superdeck Products, Superdeck is a natural oil, transparent stain designed to maintain the beauty of your wood.

It is safe on most fabrics, but it is best to test an inconspicuous area before treating a large area and make sure the fabric is colorfast. We recommend spraying a piece of cloth and then placing it on the area where you want to repel the dog or cat.

Sealers help maintain the color of the pavers and repell stains such as grease or oil from cars. It is recommended that sealer be reapplied ever few years.

I prefer to use a large brush or a mop. You want to get large amounts of Stain Solver liquid on the deck surface. Hand pump sprayers often apply too little solution to the surface. If you must use a sprayer, make sure the product has dissolved completely or you will clog the nozzle! Also, be sure you spray on lots of liquid.

You should anchor your Aqua Deck in at least 10 feet of water in an area at least 30 feet from any docks, boats or other obstructions.

The clear sealer is consumer reports favored product: Olympic Maximum ultra violet blocking wood sealer. Cedar tone. Click here for more information. When we stain a pergola we use Cabot's Problem solver, stain blocking, oil based primer and Cabot's latex double white stain. quot;Thanks Max. I'm glad you like the photos. We enjoyed working with you and your company even though it was long distance! We absolutely love our new outside room and so do neighbors walking by.

The best way to protect a young child from bug bites is to cover any exposed skin with light colored clothing. DEET should not be applied on children under 2 months of age. Make sure to avoid applying on hands, around the eyes or on any open wounds. If your child has a lot of local swelling and redness from bug bites, you can apply to Calamine lotion to the skin or administer an oral dose of a pediatric antihistamine liquid, such as Chlortripolon, which should quickly relieve the symptoms.

In order to achieve the beautiful finish you want, you need to begin with a clean, dry surface. Flood's StainStrip® Exterior Stain Stripper can be used to remove even the most stubborn coatings like acrylic or oil-based solid color or semi-transparent stains.

Probably not. If the finish is sound and there is no sign of wear, you probably only need to clean the deck. Look for an oxalic acid cleaner and follow the label instructions. Your deck will be clean and the color restored without bleaching.

The product does not require traditional timber treatments or any other kind of treatment BUT it will of course require normal cleaning with a pressure washer or hose/brush with a weak bleach solution or proprietary deck cleaning product to remove surface debris.

On UV GUARD Exterior Wood Finish we recommend three coats (two coats of color and one coat of clear). On UV GUARD II Exterior Wood Finish we recommend two coats (either one coat of color and one coat of clear or two coats of color). On LOG GUARD Interior Clear Coat we recommend at least two coats of clear to provide a durable, easy to clean finish.

The Cabot product line offers a range of surface preparation and staining products for your deck, siding and fencing projects. To ensure that you select the staining product and process most applicable to your project needs, please select from the list of topics below to learn more:

The type of stain you use should depend on the surface and the weather conditions in your area. Water based finishes are more forgiving in damp weather conditions. Oil based give the best UV protection but don't stand up as well to foot traffic.

Aesthetics: Clearly the outside of your home is a great source of pride. Having a manicured lawn and beautiful, clean deck allow for a great outdoor living experience. Entertaining, cook outs with family and friends on clean, protected surfaces create joyful memories that last for years to come. The best way you can protect your deck is power wash cleaning and professionally applied protection products.

That's an opinion call, but if you do, you will have to do it again every year. We recommend letting it grey naturally and washing it 2 or 3 times/year with Sunlight dishwashing soap to keep it clean and pollution-free.

You should certainly protect your deck from unnecessary moisture intrusion and the harmful effects of the sun's ultra-violet rays. Use of a penetrating stain, containing water repellant ingredients in most cases will protect your deck best. The pigment in the stain will absorb the ultra-violet rays from the sun and protect the wood fibers from degradation. In most cases a stain will need maintenance every 2-4 years while clear sealers require maintenance every 1-2 years.

Answer: The insulating additive will help keep the deck cooler while providing a slightly slip resistant surface.

We recommend always maintaining a fresh coat of stain on your deck. It not only keeps the deck looking good but protects the wood from the harmful effects of the sun and rain.

No. CaesarStone is a non-porous surface, so you will never have to apply sealer to any CaesarStone surface.

No. You are welcomed to but there is no need as the sealer will have difficulty penetrating the surface.

Yes. To use the product you need to wet the area before applying the lotion. The water is also needed to thoroughly rinse the affected areas, which is essential in removing the oils.