Thanks for the input. Am I right though in thinking that a solid or semi solid gives the appearance of a "painted surface", hiding the grain of the w...

Railings.

Next question is: boards or railings first?

Thank you!

Thank you!

Use one of these brands:/p> AC semi-solid would work well. Does better than other brands when in full sun.

Prep is fine and yes on the Two-toned approach. Solid stain for verticals and semi-transparent for floors. Use RAD products.

The only way to even this out is to strip it all off or sand it all off before proceeding with your new coat of stain. If you stain like it is, it wil...

Railing first, floors last. use stain pads for applying. You can walk in your first coat but not your second coat.

No need to brighten.

You should be fine.

I have a cedar deck and it hasn't been sealed for a couple years. I've kept it clean by power washing so at this point there is no seal remaining. I j...

I have a cedar deck and it hasn't been sealed for a couple years. I've kept it clean by power washing so at this point there is no seal remaining. I j...