Make any necessary repairs before re-staining. Secure any loose fasteners on the deck with a hammer or cordless drill. Replace large areas of rotted wood or entire boards if necessary. Use an ...

It's all about the prep.

A great wood stain does double duty. First, it adds to the aesthetics, either by enhancing the natural grain pattern of the wood or by covering blemishes, depending on the stain you choose. Second, it ...

You can save about $800 by staining an average-sized 350-square-foot deck yourself, and about $4,000 if you're refinishing a typical 2,300-square-foot house. But think twice: "Never again!" was the ...