Defy Extreme Stain is an excellent water based penetrating wood stain. It has the added zinc oxide nano-technology that helps boost improve the abilit...

The Defy Hardwood is a good choice as it is not prone to mold and mildew growth. If you apply two coats make sure to apply them wet on wet as the...

1. Western Washington (lots of rain & high humidity) 2. Deck is west facing with no trees or structures shading the deck 3.12 year old Cedar dec...

I've used the Olympic Max on a few decks. It's easy to apply and very user friendly. You have to try real hard to see any lap marks, it blends togethe...

This is somewhat technical but the way you've explained it makes total sense. The right cleaners allow you to use lower pressure and brightening is ne...

You are welcome! Deck Strippers and Deck Cleaners are caustic cleaners that will raise the pH balance of the wood. This "darkens" the overall app...

I would look at the top deck stain ratings in the right column. You can find the products on the links below: TWP 100 Series Defy Extreme Stain

It seems like the HD80 deck stain stripper will work great for my deck. It's an old semi-transparent deck stain that I am having trouble removing with...

The deck cleaner ratings are very helpful, thank you. The deck has never had any stain on it. It is currently just sun faded and grayed out. I do want...

Washing with just water is not a good idea. The use of too much pressure will damage the wood. It is always best to use wood deck cleaner or a stain s...

Tips: How to clean a wood deck The proper way to clean a deck is with a deck cleaner and a wood brightener. The deck cleaner will remove the dirt, m...