| If your Orlando home needs a face-lift, you can | | | | most beneficial to your deck. Some stains protect |
| instantly brighten up the appearance of your house | | | | against ultra-violet rays and others are made to |
| by staining your deck. There are many different | | | | protect against wood rot and mildew. |
| types of wood stain sold at home improvement | | | | How much stain do you need to buy? You'll need to |
| stores. You'll need to keep a few things in mind when | | | | calculate the square footage of your deck to know |
| choosing wood stain: | | | | what quantity of paint to buy. Check the labeling on |
| What kind of wood are you staining? Different types | | | | the stain. Some brands require more than one coat |
| of stain are made for different kinds of wood. Some | | | | for the best results. |
| stains are specifically made for pre-treated wood | | | | After you've chosen the stain for your deck, pick up |
| only. Untreated wood requires special care and | | | | a few supplies to apply the stain: |
| specific stain and sealant products. | | | | · Buy work gloves to keep your hands from |
| What color deck do you want? Most stains will look | | | | becoming discolored by the stain. |
| like natural wood when dried. You can choose from | | | | · Most home improvement stores will have paint |
| oak to redwood and even cherry woods to match | | | | pans and brushes for sale near the stain. |
| your Orlando home. | | | | · Because stain is very thin, it tends to drip easily. |
| What are the weather conditions where you live? | | | | You may find that a paint pad will apply the stain |
| Since the secondary purpose of most stains is to act | | | | more efficiently than a paintbrush. |
| as a sealant, you'll need to pick the type that will be | | | | |