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Overall initial appearance
UV Fading after 2 years
Ease of application initially
Ease of reapplication after 2 years
etc.

We use established contractors to test in a real world environment. Consumer Reports does a poor job of testing on actual decks. In addition they do not take inconsideration many of the factors that we apply when testing. Ease of reapplication after 2 years, real world application, etc.

Please read one of our reviews to get a better understanding of the 8 different things we look for when rating the stains.]]> Deck Stain Questions and Answers Scott Paul ~ Restoring Wood & Decks Since 1993 https://forum.deckstainhelp.com/deck-stain-questions-and-answers/how-to-you-determine-your-ratings-of-deck-stains/#post-7334 https://forum.deckstainhelp.com/deck-stain-questions-and-answers/how-to-you-determine-your-ratings-of-deck-stains/#post-7333 Fri, 30 Mar 2012 12:38:16 +0000 Deck Stain Questions and Answers Anonymous https://forum.deckstainhelp.com/deck-stain-questions-and-answers/how-to-you-determine-your-ratings-of-deck-stains/#post-7333