Deck staining
We check the boards, rails, stairs, old finish, access, and weather before we plan the work.
Before work starts
Bare wood, old stain, and peeling coatings need different prep.
Wood first
The old finish and wood condition guide the work. Price and timing follow the final written scope.
What to expect
We plan for cleaning, drying, coating, and use.
We review the boards, rails, stairs, access, and old finish.
Your written scope lists cleaning, repairs, prep, and included surfaces.
We apply the selected finish when the wood and weather are ready.
We clean up and walk through the finished scope with you.
Deck products
Choose a product to compare appearance, coverage, protection, and the surfaces it fits.
Clear wood protection
Sherwin-Williams
An invisible waterborne barrier that protects exterior wood while preserving its natural color, grain, and character.
Penetrating oil stain
Sherwin-Williams
A deep-penetrating oil stain that enriches natural wood grain while helping defend against moisture and seasonal exposure.
Clear wood protection — full details
Invisible Protection. Lasting Performance.
SuperDeck® Exterior Waterborne Clear Sealer is designed to protect exterior wood while preserving its natural beauty and original character. This premium waterborne formula penetrates deep into the wood fibers to repel water, reduce moisture intrusion, and defend against the damaging effects of rain, snow, humidity, and seasonal weather changes. Rather than masking the wood with color, it enhances and protects its natural appearance while extending the life of the surface.
Ideal for new construction, freshly restored wood, and recently cleaned exterior surfaces, SuperDeck® Clear Sealer helps minimize cracking, splitting, warping, and premature weathering caused by repeated exposure to the elements. Its advanced water-repellent technology reduces moisture absorption while allowing the wood to maintain its authentic look, making it an excellent choice for homeowners who appreciate the beauty of natural cedar, pine, redwood, and other exterior wood species.
When professionally applied to a properly prepared surface, SuperDeck® Clear Sealer creates an invisible protective barrier that helps preserve the integrity of exterior wood without changing its color or hiding its natural grain patterns. The result is long-lasting protection that allows decks, fences, pergolas, docks, and outdoor structures to age more gracefully while maintaining their original appearance.
At Kensington Valley Painting, we recommend SuperDeck® Exterior Waterborne Clear Sealer for homeowners who want dependable long-term protection while preserving the natural beauty, texture, and character of their exterior wood surfaces.
Semi-transparent stain
Sherwin-Williams
A waterborne stain that adds rich color while keeping the natural grain and texture of exterior wood visible.
Semi-solid stain
Sherwin-Williams
A higher-pigment waterborne stain that refreshes aging wood with richer color while retaining subtle grain and texture.
Solid color deck stain
Sherwin-Williams
A high-coverage waterborne deck stain that creates a uniform finish on aging, heavily weathered, or previously stained wood.
High-build resurfacing
Sherwin-Williams
A high-build resurfacing coating for heavily weathered wood and properly prepared concrete walking surfaces.
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Surfaces and project types
Your scope lists each surface.
Common questions
No. The old finish and wood condition set the prep plan.
Only the surfaces listed in the written scope are included.
Service area
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