Back to Wood Stains How-To

Back to Wood Stains How-To

How to Apply Stain

Staining your deck is easier than you might think. We will walk you through a few easy to follow steps to get staining today.

For Best Results:

Properly prepare your deck prior to starting your staining project. Use BEHR PREMIUM^® All-in-One Wood Cleaner to get the job done right.

Suggested Tools & Supplies

BEHR^® Exterior Stain
Stain Applicator
Stain Applicator Pad
Paint Tray
Paint Tray Liner

Step 1
Grab your tools.
Step 2
Using a stain pad apply the stain evenly in the direction of the grain, two or three boards at a time, moving from end to end. Continue to the exposed ends.
Step 3
Allow the stain to dry for one to two hours before applying a second coat.

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