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What do you like for stain on a cedar deck?
August 04, 2023, 11:10 AM
old rugged crossWhat do you like for stain on a cedar deck?
I need to stain a bunch of cedar decking. Have used Cabot but it is more than $50 a gallon
Would like to get at least five years out of it if not more.
I plan to apply to all four sides since it will be done before putting them down. What do you guys like? I want some color to it. Not real dark but some color.
Probably going to need six gallons give or take.
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August 04, 2023, 11:17 AM
chellim1TWP is good. I think we used to have a dealer here on Sigforum.
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-rduckwor August 04, 2023, 11:20 AM
StlheadPenofin blue is the best stuff for western red, but it is also expensive.
August 04, 2023, 11:39 AM
trapper189Cabot is what we use but yeah prices are way up.
August 04, 2023, 11:57 AM
Powers77One time wood is the best performance I've found. Not cheap but MIL's deck still looks pretty good going on 8-9 years now.
August 04, 2023, 12:10 PM
sigarmsp226Buy Cabot and know you are using a quality stain. Cheap stain will reflect its results resulting in you asking this question again in two years
August 04, 2023, 12:27 PM
PykerJust done mine with Thompsons. Took 6 gallons at about $20 a gallon.
August 04, 2023, 01:47 PM
recoatliftThompson’s is also owned by Sherwin Williams, as is Cabot & beaucoup other outfits.
August 04, 2023, 01:49 PM
LeemurRegardless the brand you go with, make sure it has a UV blocker. Cedar tends to get a gray color with exposure to the sun.
August 04, 2023, 01:52 PM
jhe888A reddish brown, but it depends on the color of your house.
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recoatlift10-4 on the UV protection!!
August 04, 2023, 01:57 PM
SW_SigWe used Ready Seal Pre-tinted Pecan Semi-transparent Exterior Wood Stain and Sealer on the cedar and fir of our new covered patio two years ago.
Had some remaining so used it on the new cedar shed I built earlier this year.
August 04, 2023, 02:16 PM
Tn226quote:
Originally posted by chellim1:
TWP is good. I think we used to have a dealer here on Sigforum.
Second TWP. I've used most of the usuals and TWP wins hands down for me. Pressure treated wood deck
August 04, 2023, 07:54 PM
RogueJSKquote:
Originally posted by SW_Sig:
We used Ready Seal
That's what I'd recommend as well. Super easy to use, it's a self-blending stain and sealer in one, with a UV blocker, and it can be sprayed, brushed, or rolled.
Available in your choice of colors, including a traditional orangeish brown cedar tone.
August 05, 2023, 09:25 AM
smlsigWhile Cabot and other similar products are good if you want the best there is only one choice and that is Sikkens. Period.
Of course, it is more expensive but most high end deck and siding contractors use it with great results…
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