But what distinguishes sealing from staining, and which is best for your deck ... forms a thick layer on the surface of your wood, the deck stain will seep deep into each wooden panel.

Solid wood stains: Just like regular paint, solid stains hide the grain of the wood, and the best should last three to five years on a deck, with the longest life of the three types of stains.

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We've found the best decking paints and decking stains to protect your ... how your support helps us to stay editorially independent. Is it better to paint a deck or stain it? Decking paint is a bit ...

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