Use an orbital sander with 80-grit sandpaper on any areas of the deck with old paint or finish that’s peeling or chipped. If you’ve applied a solid stain or clear sealer, then covered areas of ...

Unlock to see our ratings and compare products side by side The Sherwin-Williams SuperDeck Clear Sealer is part of the Wood Stains test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Wood Stains ...

Solid wood stains: Just like regular paint, solid stains hide the grain ... stain will probably last only two to three years on a deck. Clear sealer: This type of stain contains water repellents ...