Stain wood when it hasn’t rained for three days and when the forecast calls for at least two days of dry weather (or two and a half days if you need to apply two coats of stain) with temperatures ...

Your home’s curb appeal is a delicate ecosystem that feeds off every exterior choice you make, from the color of your siding to the plants lining your walkway. Simply put, every decision you make ...

Part of staining your wooden deck like a professional includes picking the perfect wood stain. The choices can seem endless – from different colors and subtle undertones to various finishes and levels ...

Chauncey grew up on a farm in rural northern California. At 18 he ran away and saw the world with a backpack and a credit card, discovering that the true value of any point or mile is the experience ...

Staining a wood deck can protect it from water, ice, and snow. When staining a deck, prepare the area, repair the deck, and clean it, before applying the stain. Stain the deck during the spring or ...

Dear Ken: That type of dark stain does look great when first applied. The unfortunate news is that it is probably going to continue to peel, and each year there will be more spots. It also fades from ...