What options are there in stains and sealants?
These are nearly as varied as taste is. There are sealants that contain no stain and there are combined sealants with stain. There are many different products and technologies on the market. Prices can range from $15.00 a gallon to as much as $100 a gallon. Generally, the higher the content of solids or active ingredients in the product, the better the product is for keeping your wood in good condition. There are solid stains for decks and siding that completely hide the wood color, semi solid stains that color the wood, but allow some of the natural wood color to show, and translucent stains. Even if you prefer the gray/silver look of naturally aged wood, there are stains that offer it. There are also high grade penetrating chemicals that protect wood while allowing it to age naturally in appearance. We would be glad to show you samples of some of the coatings we prefer for decking and other surfaces.
