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Might want to read this article on the differences between them:

Deck Stains

Personally I think it is one of the best articles we have written on the site!]]> Deck Stain Questions and Answers Scott Paul ~ Restoring Wood & Decks Since 1993 https://forum.deckstainhelp.com/deck-stain-questions-and-answers/newbie-question/#post-7585 https://forum.deckstainhelp.com/deck-stain-questions-and-answers/newbie-question/#post-7584 Fri, 15 Jun 2012 13:13:19 +0000 Deck Stain Questions and Answers JIm Meyer https://forum.deckstainhelp.com/deck-stain-questions-and-answers/newbie-question/#post-7584 https://forum.deckstainhelp.com/deck-stain-questions-and-answers/newbie-question/#post-7583 Fri, 15 Jun 2012 10:21:30 +0000
All new PTP should dry out for at least a month or two. The waiting period varies depending on the stain you are using, not the wood. Some stain companies say to wait 6 months or more while others say you can apply right away. I would base this on the stain you choose.

I would use a deck cleaner followed by a wood brightener if it has never been stains before.

You should always clean before applying a stain.

We are not fans of solid stains as they are basically paints that hide the natural grain of the wood. Once you apply a solid stain it is virtually impossible to get back to a transparent stain.]]> Deck Stain Questions and Answers Scott Paul ~ Restoring Wood & Decks Since 1993 https://forum.deckstainhelp.com/deck-stain-questions-and-answers/newbie-question/#post-7583 https://forum.deckstainhelp.com/deck-stain-questions-and-answers/newbie-question/#post-7572 Thu, 14 Jun 2012 15:10:05 +0000
I live in the Pasadena, Maryland area. The deck transitions from sun to shade to sun. Green mold has appeared on the deck in the past.

Also, the screen room is an addition to an existing deck. I notice there are strippers, cleaners and brightners. Which would I use on 2 year old pressure treated wood that was never stained or waterproofed?

Thanks for any help and input!

Oh, yeah we are considering a solid stain as the two woods are different colors. Will cleaning help or should I stay solid. Any thoughts on solid stains versus the other options?

Great site by the way! I am looking forward to some good answers to a newbie question.]]> Deck Stain Questions and Answers JIm Meyer https://forum.deckstainhelp.com/deck-stain-questions-and-answers/newbie-question/#post-7572