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Time and harsh weather can take a toll on decks, fences, and patios. It may not be the most popular chore, but staining and protecting your cottage deck is a must. The experts at Home Hardware will show you how to protect your deck and leave it looking beautiful in this one-day wood restoration system.

The idea behind this one-day wood restoration system is cleaning and preparation in the morning and protecting in the afternoon. Before you stain, the deck’s surface should be clean, dry and free of old stain. To prepare the deck, use the Natura Safe Strip. This will wash away any type of stain or paint on the exterior surface.

The next task is to restore the wood to clean and brighten it. Restoring the wood also removes any dead wood fibres that look like grey wood. If mildew is present, be sure to use Natura Mildew Off to quickly remove mildew stains.

After this is complete, you will need a stain that can handle excess moisture. Choosing the right stain colour should reflect your outdoor décor. At Home Hardware, solid stains can be tinted to over 1,000 colours. For semi-transparent, there are more colours than the traditional red wood, cedar, and walnut. In this video, Home’s expert uses the water-based Beauti-Tone Wood Shield Best Deck and Siding Stain. This stain is designed to be applied over top of wood that has less than 25% moisture content.

The best time to apply stain is in the shade. It is a good idea to follow behind the sun as it moves across your deck. This way, the stain will have enough time to dry and cure properly before the sun rises the next day. Always use a brush or stain pad applicator to apply stain. Apply it with the grain and work the length of the board. It’s important to remember that your stain can take upwards of 24 hours to properly dry.

If you’re prepping for a re-staining job, stop by your local Home Hardware or Home Hardware Building Centre for staining products that will help you stain like a pro.