See this for tips on new wood:/p>

I have a Douglas fir 950 sq ft deck new 2 years ago it has no graying or obvious mold that I can see I am new to deck staining how extensive prep shou...

Do not use any products from HD and they also do not carry any penetrating oil-based stains. You can apply in the Summer but be careful:/p>

Looks like IPE or teak. Strip and brighten for the prep. See this about what type of stain to use:

Thank you!

You cannot apply a different brand of stain over this. It will not soak in or adhere correctly. Use a deck stripper and pressure wash. Sand only if ne...

Okay. Not trying to be difficult, but why? So that the new stain adheres? Am I correct with rest of process? Brighten, wash off with hose, sand if nee...

Thanks again!

No. Use a regular wood deck stain.

Thanks so much for for your fast reply! I would not use a hardwood stain for a pine deck, would I?

If using the same stain and brand, just clean and brighten the wood. If switching brands, you will need to remove by stripping or sanding. Brighten af...