How-to guides

How to apply stain

Staining your deck is easier than you might think. We will walk you through a few easy to follow steps to get staining today.

For Best Results:

Properly prepare your deck prior to starting your staining project. Use BEHR PREMIUM ® All-in-One Wood Cleaner to get the job done right.

Tools & supplies

Step-by-step process

Step 1

Grab your tools.

Step 2

Using a stain pad apply the stain evenly in the direction of the grain, two or three boards at a time, moving from end to end. Continue to the exposed ends.

Step 3

Allow the stain to dry for one to two hours before applying a second coat.

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