How To Stain Pressure Treated Wood
By Bob Vila Enjoy the convenience and reliability of pressure-treated wood for your homes outdoor structures without sacrificing good looks.
How to stain pressure treated wood. If you are staining your pressure treated wood with a clear wood sealant a wood toner or a semi-transparent deck stain apply one thin coat with a high-quality brush or sprayer. Follow up by applying a thin second coat. If it immediately beads up and rests on top of the lumber then you will have to keep waiting.
Stain the micronized pressure-treated wood using a staining paintbrush to apply a light coat of wood stain. If the water beads or pools on the wood surface the wood needs more time to dry. Sprinkle water on the wood.
If the water beads up the wood is too wet and you need to wait before applying a finish. Usually 1500-2500 PSI is adequate for pressure treated lumber. A little bit of stain and some know-how are all you need to enhance your decks and fences.
2 After cleaning the wood let surface dry very well. If the wood absorbs it within 10 minutes plan to stain as soon as possible. Make sure to overlap brush strokes to ensure an even coat and force the stain into any divots.
Before you stain pressure-treated wood you should clean it first. Allow the stain to dry for 24 hours before using the deck. The pressure-treated wood will absorb the stain as it dries.
Applying The Stain To Your Pressure Treated Wood. The easiest way to wash new wood is to knock loose any dirt or residue using a pressure washer. You can stain those units as soon as possible.