Can I apply oil-based stain on top of water-based? - Deck Stain Questions and Answers https://forum.deckstainhelp.com/deck-stain-questions-and-answers/can-i-apply-oil-based-stain-on-top-of-water-based/ Deck Stain Help Forum Discussion Board en-US Tue, 28 Apr 2026 09:52:14 +0000 wpForo 60 RE: Can I apply oil-based stain on top of water-based? https://forum.deckstainhelp.com/deck-stain-questions-and-answers/can-i-apply-oil-based-stain-on-top-of-water-based/#post-12692 Mon, 17 Jun 2019 15:03:56 +0000 You will need to remove all. Once remoced you should be okay. Look at TWP Stains or Armstrong Clark:

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]]> Deck Stain Questions and Answers Scott Paul ~ Restoring Wood & Decks Since 1993 https://forum.deckstainhelp.com/deck-stain-questions-and-answers/can-i-apply-oil-based-stain-on-top-of-water-based/#post-12692 Can I apply oil-based stain on top of water-based? https://forum.deckstainhelp.com/deck-stain-questions-and-answers/can-i-apply-oil-based-stain-on-top-of-water-based/#post-12688 Mon, 17 Jun 2019 12:45:12 +0000 We have a deck that had Thomsons Water Seal Solid on it the past couple years. Horrible results. Peeling, mold in shady areas, etc. Our handyman is going to sand the flat surfaces and I'm inclined to re-stain with an oil based stain on the hope that it will penetrate and last. Any and all advice appreciated!  

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