Buying Guide
Not Prepped Properly Prepped
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Choose your look
TRANSPARENT
SOLID COLOR
SEMI-TRANSPARENT
0-5 Years 5-10 Years
Depending on the age of your deck and the look you desire, choose the right stain or nish.
Age of Deck
10+ Years
Remove old or peeling coatings
with a stain and nish stripper
Clean with wood cleaner such as
No. 63 All-In-One Wood Cleaner
Rinse and allow wood to dry
completely prior to applying coating
Royal Hayden ST-136 Chocolate T-129Wedgewood SC-107
SOLID COLOR
• Hides blemishes, imperfections and
signs of aging wood
• Adds vibrant color and provides an
even, uniform appearance
• Self-priming
SEMI-TRANSPARENT
• Allows wood grain and texture
to show through
• Adds subtle color
• Accents and enhances pattern
of wood grain
TRANSPARENT
• Allows the natural pattern of the
wood to show through
• Ideal for new or unstained
surfaces
• Natural and subtle color accents
wood grain
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Choose your stain or nish
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ALWAYS prepare surface before coating
(Vertical Surfaces Only)