Introduction How many homeowners have you heard say using wood stain is quick and easy? In theory, they are correct. In practice, it can be one huge, messy failure. However, it is possible to achieve a professional-looking job with a little research, preparation, and choosing the right materials! In general, wood stains are chemical compounds of a binding agent, solvent and pigment. The solvent is what gives stain its liquidity. The binder holds the pigment within the liquid, and the … [Read more...]
How to Remove Wood Stain & Sealer
Whether you're are just not happy with the current stain on your fence or deck, or your old color is peeling, cracking, or fading away, you want to remove all previous products to get down to bare wood before you apply new product if you want to get the best results. Unfortunately, not everybody knows where to start on this process, and it can seem like a daunting task. So we’ve simplified the steps for you here: Step One: Remove Debris If you are working on a deck, remove all furniture and … [Read more...]