How To Prep & Stain Your Solid Painted Deck

Keep your deck protected from the elements and looking fresh. Prepping and staining your solid painted deck is easy with this how-to video from Sherwin-Williams.

Video Transcription:

How-To Prep and Stain Your Sound Solid Painted Deck

What you need:

• - Safety glasses
• - Broom
• - Synthetic-bristle brush
• - Extension pole
• - 4" brush & brush holder
• - Gloves
• - Pump sprayer
• - Roller
• - Stain
• - Bucket
• - Water
• - Hose
• - Paint tray
• - Deck wash
• - Tape
• - Plastic

SuperDeck Deck Care System:

• - Deck Wash
• - Exterior Waterborne Deck Stain

1. PREP - Sweep away any leaves or other debris.

2. WATER DROP TEST - Deck is ready when droplets are absorbed.

3. CLEAN - Apply with pump sprayer or watering can. Wait 15 minutes. Mist cleaner with garden hose to keep wet. Scrub away remaining residue. Wash away cleaner. Let dry.

4. STAIN - Apply even coat with wood grain. Work in with brush. Wait 4 hours between coats. Wait 24-48 hours before enjoying.