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Deck stain and sealer serve basically the same function: to preserve wood and protect from moisture and the elements. A deck is exposed to wind, rain, and UV rains all year long. Moisture can lead to fungal and mold growth, and it could rot the wood. Protecting the deck from moisture intrusion can lengthen the life of a deck, and it can prevent individual boards from rotting which could create a safety hazard. A deck sealer is a transparent or clear finish that either forms a clear film on top of the wood or penetrates it. A deck sealer does a great job at protecting wood from moisture, but does not protect it from UV rays.
Prolonged exposure to UV rays dries up the wood’s natural oils causing cracking and splitting. Deck stains have the same moisture resistant qualities as deck sealing. However, deck stain has added pigment. This color is partially transparent which gives deck stain an added UV protection benefit.
Staining and sealing a deck achieve the same basic aim which is to protect the wood from moisture. Deck sealers are usually a clear finish that coats the outside surface of your deck’s wood. Sealer protects the wood from moisture, which is crucial. Unwanted moisture can cause rot, and encourage the growth of mold, fungus and mildew. Deck sealer does not protect the wood from UV rays. ‘’Even protected with deck sealer, your deck’s color may only last three-to-six months before graying and fading. Sealant should be applied once a year, and is relatively simple to apply.
Deck stains penetrate the surface of the wood. Stains contain pigment that changes the color of the wood providing UV protection. There are a wide range of stains. Getting the right level of opacity depends on the wood surface and your personal taste. Applying stain is tricky. It may make sense to hire a deck contractor to apply it for you. While stain is more expensive than sealer, and typically involves hiring a pro, it lasts up to five times longer. A sealed deck will look more professional. Ultimately, the choice as to whether to stain or seal your deck is up to you.
It’s great to be able to enjoy the outdoors on your deck. A deck provides extra room for entertaining, and a way to enjoy fresh air in the comfort of your home. It’s important to protect a wood deck from the elements. Unwanted moisture encourages rot which can weaken the structure of the deck and shorten its useful lifespan. Moisture also encourages harmful fungal and mold growth. Both staining and sealing your deck protects it from moisture. However, staining a deck offers the additional advantage of protecting the wood from UV rays.
Deck stain offers UV protection due to the pigment it contains. The darker the stain, the better the deck stain protects your deck. There is a wide array of stains. Getting the right opacity depends on the surface you are staining and your taste. Staining a deck is more expensive than sealing it. The stain itself is more expensive, and it makes sense to invest in hiring a deck contractor to apply the stain as application can be a bit tricky. However, staining a deck protects it from both moisture and UV rays. Deck stain lasts longer than deck sealant.
It’s important to protect your deck because wood on your deck is exposed to the elements all year long. Rain can seep into the wood and encourage the growth of mildew and fungus. Unwanted moisture leads to rot which weakens wood and shortens the life of your deck. Applying deck sealant protects the wood from moisture. But moisture isn’t the only threat to your deck. UV rays dry out the wood, causing splitting and cracking. In order to protect your deck from both moisture and woods, it makes sense to invest in a deck stain and sealant. The pigment in staining protects your deck from the sun’s harmful rays. Stain is more expensive than a sealant but lasts up to five times as long.
Many stains contain a protective sealant. You can test your deck’s surface to see if the stain with the protective sealant by sprinkling water on the wood periodically. If the water beads up, the sealant in the stain is still working. Some experts recommend resealing your stained deck yearly.
Recent reviews for Crossville deck staining & sealing services
Ron and his crew did an awesome painting job on my sister's house.. I got him to repair my ceiling and other jobs and they did an excellent job.
Excellent work quality. Excellent value. Excellent to keep appointment.
What a great job Louie did for us, professional,done in a timely manner and, cleaned up after they were done! I recommend him highly!
We have had Louis working on just about every single part of our home. We have worked with Louis almost entirely by phone and internet. He is always on time with his projects. He keeps the house tidy while he is working. Louis is also great at keeping us ...
The project went superb, we wanted to move into a new apartment but the floors were gross and needed to be replaced and he did a spectacular job. Handled the house as if it were his own, worked around our crazy schedule and made sacrifices to make our ex...
My wife and I used Louis and his crew for a kitchen update. It was done in a professional manner with good workmanship and attention to detail. We were so pleased we plan to use them again for a major remodel to our master bathroom.
Louis and his team were great! They worked in a timely manner and kept me up to date on what was going on and were very polite. I WILL be using him for future services!
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Excellent value. Excellent to keep appointment. Excellent responsiveness in communication.
i have had numorus home imporvment and renovations jobs done in my home and Louis from"All Things Home Imorovement " has been very prompt, professinal , clean and orginized. my wife and i are very pleased.. Thank You Louis
Devin Cox said he would return my money but nothing yet and he refuses to answer any of my emails
I contracted Devin with DC Painters and More several times to do work. Each time things went pretty smoothly, but on the most recent project Devin took two different deposits from our company and refuses to refund the money, even though the materials wer...
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