i have a new deck around my above ground pool, built in Dec 2020. we live in North Central Ohio, so we get all kinds of weather. it is pressure treated lumber. i think it ready to stain. It is in full sun and we have railings. My wife wants to apply White stain to the Railing, then Gray to the deck floor. Also beneath the deck floor, we have treated lumber to act as skirting for toy storage and etc. Me question is what would you sugeest for the spindles, the top railing, and the skirting, and for the deck itself?

Hello,I would like to freshen up the finish on our pergola after 2.5 years of sun,rain, and claw marks from cats.  We like the color and wouldn’t mind it being a little darker also know the posts will have to be sanded and probably won’t match the canopy well but that’s what we get for having cats.  Question to you is how do I refinish this easily with what products and how often should I treat it for long term preventive maintenance?
Thanks

I have 2 projects. What is best for each? 1. An older and unmaintained deck, believe it is PT pine, with a peeling solid reddish stain. 325 sq. ftAlso, a 6 year old cedar swing set with only the manufacturer's (Backyard Discovery) applied stain (they say it is a thin water based stain) 

Hi, we have one coat of defy extreme on our pressure treated pine deck. It was stained 3 years ago. We plan to clean and brighten. The current stain has held up well but it is worn now. I plan to order a different color this time. Can I apply the new color over the old? I realize the color may not be uniform, but we would really like to avoid stripping the current stain if we can apply a new color over the old. Going from light walnut to butternut. Also, if the answer is yes, should we apply 1 coat or 2 of the new stain? Thank you!

Can I use the Marine stain on top of the extreme. I used Extreme cedar last year and I need to put on another coat this year. I live on the Oregon coast.

I bought the 5 gallon Defy Water Repellent for Bricks and it worked great on front and back porches. I have about 3 gallons left over and would like to use some of it to try and fix a leak in my shower. The entire shower, including the pan area and curb, is all porcelain tile (not glossy, looks like large squares of stone) with Mapei grout. I have removed all silicone caulk. I would like to apply this Defy Water Repellent for Bricks along the perimeter grout lines and apply on the curb, including the tile. I'm sure the Defy will impregnate the grout, but will it also adhere and bond to the surface of the porcelain tile on the curb. I am not applying on any other surface of the tile as I am concerned it will be too slippery on the floor. Also, do I apply the Defy before I re-apply 100% silicone caulk or after. I'm thinking applying on top of caulk may provide overall better water protection of the surfaces, but I'm concerned it may deteriorate caulk instead. Thanks!

Hello, over new wood, should two coats of crystal clear be applied? If yes, how (after it dries?)
Can you apply the exterior clear inside as well?

I meant light walnut and clear (50/50)

I would like a light brown tone (no yellow, no red, no dark tones)....will mixing light brown and clear 50/50 give me that result? (exterior ceiling and siding virgin never stained woods)

I have a new cedar deck. We waited 2 months and used defy cleaner and brightener. Then we applied Defy Extreme Clear Semi-transparent Wood Stain with 1 coat. It’s too light for us so we would like to use a coat of Defy Cedartone Semi-transparent Wood Stain. Can we apply that over the Clear?

Do I follow wet on wet on a new PT deck?

We would like to stain our white cedar shake siding with a white or grey stain to give them an aged look,
similar to bleaching oil, but in with a water based synthetic resin. Can the Defy Extreme be tinted with white pigment to achieve this look?

Does defy simi transparent stain have a sheen or is it flat?

How many sq ft does concrete paver sealer cover

what product could be used on a screened in porch ceiling. It is wainscoting and appears to have nothing on it. We cleaned it and would like to get something on it to protect it in the future. Kentucky has high humidity so anything with mold/mildew protection would be a plus

Does Defy Extreme come in semi-solid...it's for rough-side cedar clapboard siding.

i would like to purchase defy extreme solid color stain but cannot find any information on the website?! is it still available??

We have recently completed cleaning and used the Defy Wood Brightener product on our rough cedar siding house. The cedar is clapboard (long horizontal pieces) and not shake or shingle. I am trying to figure out which product to use as the final step? We like the color of the wood as is and do not necessarily need to change the color or stain the wood a different color, BUT are not opposed to using a matching stain if that is a better product then just sealing?

It seems I have read that using a sealer does not last as long or provide as much protection as a stain does for long term - is that correct?

Which of your products would you recommend using as the final step for our rough cedar siding house?

Thank you!

Line in Northern Ohio. Preeure treated deck was installed Spring of 2018. We did nothing to the deck to this point because of the fresh wood. Now would like to finish. What would be your recommendation?

We have a pressure treated pine dock/deck at our home on the Texas coast. The deck was installed December 2017, and Thompson’s Clear was applied in March 2018. The sealer has already worn off in less than a year and the deck boards are weathering and absorbing water. No beading is present. I’m looking for a new more durable performer that will hopefully last longer than a year/season.

I pressure washed the deck today (Feb 3 2019) to prepare for a new sealer/waterproofer and this did seem to refresh the wood. What products would you recommend for our job which is about 500 SF? We would like a light stain color this time rather than straight clear especially if it will help with UV resistance. Do we need to strip and brighten? The wood is still in very good condition after pressure washing.

Thank you for any advice.

We just cleaned, sanded and sealed our 25 year old 12’ by 14’ screen porch floor. We used your stripper and brightener and then sanded the floor before applying two coats of the Defy semi transparent finish (butternut) wet on wet as instructed. Looks really nice, but we would like one or two of the boards to be a bit darker. Can I sand those boards and the restain them? Any other solutions?
Thank you

What product should I use for white oak porch decking?

How long does shipping usually take? I live in Pennsylvania

My deck is 10 years old and havw used Defy stain 2 times. It is now time for another coating. Will I need the stain stripper after the deck cleaner. I have shaded areas also

I have stripped a cedar shingle house to bare wood and planning to use Defy Extreme. How long should I expect the product to last before needing another coat? Do I need to strip the shingles again at that point?

Darla K:

Which product would be best for new red cedar siding? Thank you

Northwestern Pennsylvania

Use the Defy Extreme Stain

Which product would be best for new red cedar siding? Thank you

Northwestern Pennsylvania

Victoria:

My treated pine deck was installed about 15 years ago. I've retreated it about every 3 years, but last year missed due to health. Must clean and restain now. Deck has very dark areas of algae or mold as it gets just a few hours of sun each day in summer--more in winter due to nearby trees. What products do you recommend for cleaning and staining? I have used a Honey Gold color in the past for deck and railing. Size is approx. 12' x 35'. Can I use a long handled brush to apply? One or two coats?

Is the old stain still on the wood? If so, you will need to remove the old coatings for the prep. Also, you may want to come into our location in Bloomfield Hills for advice and purchases:
The Sealer Store
2388 Franklin Rd
Bloomfield Hills, Michigan 48302
866.856.DECK(3325)

Forgot to add I am in southwest Michigan.

My treated pine deck was installed about 15 years ago. I've retreated it about every 3 years, but last year missed due to health. Must clean and restain now. Deck has very dark areas of algae or mold as it gets just a few hours of sun each day in summer--more in winter due to nearby trees. What products do you recommend for cleaning and staining? I have used a Honey Gold color in the past for deck and railing. Size is approx. 12' x 35'. Can I use a long handled brush to apply? One or two coats?