Painting a deck doesn't just make the space look sharp—doing so protects the wood from UV rays and moisture. Here's what to know about choosing the right paint and preparing the wood for a ...

Painting a deck helps maintain its appearance and protect it from the elements. I tested the top deck paints on the market ...

Painting pressure-treated wood comes with some complications caused by the very treatment that allows the material to last outdoors. The chemical preservatives used to produce pressure-treated ...

If your deck is looking a little drab and needs a facelift, you do have options. Angie's List has some tips for determining if you should paint or stain your deck.

Wooden decks and fences need to be repainted as the wood can absorb water from rain, snow or humidity and without the protective coating, it will eventually lead to rot. Painting wooden areas ...

Here’s a step-by-step guide to staining a deck from the experts at Wallauer Paint & Design — and insights into why they recommend this method instead of painting the wood.

The longest lasting deck finishes I’ve seen are like paint in that they hide wood grain and they last about five years. Cabot Solid Color Decking Stain is one of the better products of this kind.

Q: I'm building a small deck in the backyard and for cosmetic reasons, am painting it rather than finishing the wood. So, being cost-conscious, I am wondering whether using a Douglas fir 2-by-6 ...

Expert Advice for Homeowners: Why Staining and Sealing Outperform Painting in Deck Maintenance Stains and sealers penetrate the wood, providing a durable finish that can withstand the harsh ...