Questions and Answers for BEHR DECKplus 1 gal. #ST-101 Atlantic Semi-Transparent Waterproofing Exterior Wood Stain

A:  Hi Crayola, Thank you for writing in! Behr Premium Solid Color Waterproofing Wood Stain & Sealer is our best solid color wood stain. Please feel free to reach out with any additional questions you may have. Best of luck with your project! ~Doris

A:  Hi Scrubr01, Thank you for writing in. A sealer is not required when staining with DECKplus Solid Color Waterproofing Wood Stain. Please feel free to reach out with any additional questions you may have. ~Doris

A:  Hi Dee - We appreciate your interest in our wood stain! To better answer your question, we suggest reaching out to the HD.com customer service department directly at 800-430-3376 any day between 6 am and 2 am EST. They can either answer your question or transfer you to your local store for details on product availability. Best - Sara

A:  Hi Terry - Thanks for your question. This product is a great option for composite decking. For long-lasting results, we recommend cleaning the surface with our All-In-One Wood Cleaner, letting it dry completely, then applying 2 coats of solid stain directly to the surface for a uniform finish. Best - Sara

A:  Hi du - Thank you for your question. Our solid stain can be applied directly on top of DeckOver in good condition. We recommend cleaning the surface, allowing it to completely dry, then applying 2 coats of solid stain over the existing DeckOver for a uniform finish. Best - Sara

A:  I was not familiar with that product Behr Deckover -- but I'm glad I learned about it from your question. I used this Behr solid stain over a different brand of stain that really didn't offer anywhere near as much protection, and I'm very happy with how it has worn for over a year. I might buy some of this deckover paint also as we have an older deck, already was showing age when we bought the house - the other brand wasn't as good for protecting from sun nor rain. Just this solid BEHR covered the most visible signs of age, but, whatever I can do to extend the life and usability of our deck, I figure is worth trying - looks like it would work and this solid color stain was way easier to get good coverage than the last brand I used (the old owners left several cans of a different brand which I'm glad I changed from to BEHR).

A:  Hi Grizz. Thanks for writing in with your question. Typically thinning our DeckPlus Solid Color Waterproofing Wood Stain shouldn't be needed when sprayed on using an airless sprayer with a 60 mesh filter and a 0.015-0.019 tip. However, it can be thinned with up to 8 ounces of water per gallon if needed. Have a nice day! -Joni

A:  Hi Louie, thank you for writing in with your question. Typically, you need to allow the wood to dry for 24-48 hours before staining. Good luck with your project! -Giovanna

A:  Hi MB, Behr DECKplus Solid Color Wood Stain needs to dry for at least 24 hours before light foot traffic and rain exposure. We recommend waiting 72 hours before heavy foot traffic and moving furniture back on the surface. I hope this information was helpful. Please feel free to reach out with any additional questions you may have. Best of luck with your project! ~Doris

A:  I used it on a cedar deck, but I am sure it can work well on a fence.

A:  Hi Lulu, thank you for writing in with your question. Yes, our Semi-Transparent Wood Stain can be used on a bare wood fence. Good luck with your project! -Giovanna

A:  Hi James, thanks for writing in with your question. The DeckPlus stain has a 5-year warranty on decks and 15 years on fences, while the Premium Stain has a 10-year warranty on decks and 25 years on fences. Have a great day! -Giovanna