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Posted by SuzyTodd (U14886197) on Monday, 30th May 2011
I would like to stain my new decking with a dark stain that sinks into the wood so you can still see the grain of the wood, not with a stain that paints the wood so you can no longer see the grain. May I ask if anyone could advise on a product that would be good to use?
Thank you. x
Hello, Suzy
The one you need is Cuprinol Wood Preserver Clear.
David you took the words right off my keyboard.
Dilute potassium permanganate will do the trick. (It's also good for treating athlete's foot) . Cheers, Tony.
, in reply to message 3.
Posted by hypercharleyfarley (U7444019) on Tuesday, 31st May 2011
Hello - sorry DK & Amazing but I have to disagree! Firstly the question was about a dark-coloured wood preserver, and the stuff you mention isn't that!
Secondly, I have used it on garden furniture - properly sanded down before applying it - and is has now become flaky and is looking a mess, despite the furniture being covered throughout the winter. Not only that, decking will be subject to the sort of wear that doesn't apply to tables & chairs, so the stuff you mention would soon start to look a bit tatty especially in "high-traffic" areas. The other problem I've noticed with decking is that it often becomes dangerously slippery when wet - especially in wintertime - so it seems to me that the best product to use is the modern creosote substitute which would keep some of the algae at bay. It would be dark in colour and still allow the woodgrain to show through - that's why I use it on my fencing & trellises - and acts as a good preservative as well.
Sorry to disagree with you both, but am speaking from (rueful) experience here! Cheers! Ma.
Former Eastenders character David Wickes does an own brand 'pro' wood stain which is very good.
This applied to the decking with a sponge would give the finish you are looking for. Pro will last 3-5 years, standard 12-18months.
Sorry, Ma, you are quite right.
I have to admit I didn't give sufficient attention to the 'dark coloured' bit and concentrated on preserving the wood grain.
However, I'm surprised what you say about Cuprinol Clear, I've always found their products to be of good quality & reliable.
I'm just painting my summerhouse at the mo, with one of their autumn colours, it's been five years since it was last done (same preservative) and it still looks good.
Thank you for your advice - it is much appreciated.
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