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Sally Painter Sally holds a degree in Commercial Art /Interior Design, and has designed both commercial and residential spaces. Read More Learn about our Editorial Policy. Interior Designer Deck wood stains should last between three and five years before you need to re-stain. Products from three brands-Behr, Olympic and Cabot-get top ratings from consumers and consumer review sites alike. Consumer Reports Best BuyConsumer Search states that Consumer Reports places this Behr product in second place with a "Recommendation" and the "CR Best Buy" designation. The latter is given for impressive performance and value. In addition, CR bestowed a "Very Good" score for the appearance of the deck after three years. Some user reviews were dissatisfied, stating that the deck finish began peeling after a year. CS points out that CR had no such results in their testing and offered a possible explanation for the peeling issues: improper application (applied too thickly). Home Depot ReviewsHome Depot states that Behr's Deck Plus Solid Color Waterproofing Wood Stain must be tinted in-store with the color of your choice. The many color options make this a very valuable stain for those wishing to use something other than a wood color. Home Depot reviewers are satisfied overall, except for those reporting peeling issues. Those satisfied stated:
Consumer Reports Very Good RatingAccording to Consumer Search, the test deck had a "Very Good" rating in appearance after three years. The product has a 10-year limited warranty for decks. CS states that the CR comments included:
Lowe's Customer ReviewsMost Lowe's customers were satisfied with Olympic Maximum Solid Stain & Sealant. Some reviews included:
CabotCabot wood stains receive two notable endorsements. One is from Bestcovery and the other is from Best Reviews. Bestcovery Best Stain RatingBestcovery ranks Cabot wood stains as the best stating, "This is widely considered the highest quality wood stain on the market." The website continues, "All the colors are 'colorfast' so they will not fade with time." Best Deck Stain From Best ReviewsBest Reviews rated one of Cabot's products, Alkyd/Oil Base Wood Toned Deck & Siding Stain, as the "Best of the Best" among deck stains. The group purchased deck stains, and the products underwent 68 hours of use and observation. The website interviewed one expert and over 100 consumers. Amazon Customer ReviewsBoth Amazon and Google customers are satisfied with their deck staining results. A couple of comments include:
Some reviews complain about peeling while another reviewer reminds that the deck wood must be cured between six and 12 months (something a few failed to do) before applying any type of finish. Read Reviews Before BuyingIt helps to read the deck stain reviews before deciding which stain to purchase. Also be mindful to avoid any shortcuts in deck preparation. Failing to clean, sand and power-wash before staining can result in the stain peeling from the deck. © 2022 LoveToKnow Media. All rights reserved. How long does Behr waterproofing stain and sealer last?This 100% acrylic formula seals out the elements, and the sun's harmful UV rays, for up to 10 yrs. on decks and up to 25 yrs. on fences and siding.
Does Behr Solid Color stain peel?BEHR solid colour wood stains create a durable film that resists cracking and peeling.
How long does it take for Behr waterproofing stain and sealer to dry?1-2 hours before recoat. Allow 72 hours for full cure.
How do you use Behr waterproofing stain and sealer?Work in small sections lightly saturating the surface and immediately back-brush or use pad applicator to eliminate puddling, remove excess and evenly distribute the stain. Maintain a wet edge when applying. Apply product end-to-end or to board lengths to prevent lap marks.
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