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Get answers to your questions and find help articles that cover everything you need to know to stain your deck, fence or siding with DEFY Wood Stains.

DEFY Wood Stain Help Center

FAQs

What is the difference between Essential, Extreme and Ultra?

I put DEFY stain down 3 years ago and plan to apply another coat, what is recommended if you already have DEFY stain previously applied?

I have a 15 yr. old cedar fence that just pressure washed to look like new wood. I want to protect the fence with a clear stain or protector that won’t darken the color. Can you advise?

Which stain do you recommend for IPE and other hard wood decking?

Do you offer color samples?

Does the wood need to be completely dry before I apply the stain?

I constantly have mildew growing on my deck. Why does it grow there and how can I stop it?

What is the shelf life of DEFY Wood Stain?

Is there a particular brush I should use with DEFY wood stains?

Can I use a paint roller to stain my wood?

How do I know if I applied enough stain to my deck?

What’s the best time of the year to stain my deck?

Do I really need to stain my deck or can I just let it weather naturally?

How long do I have to wait between coats of DEFY Wood Stains?

Which product should I use?

DEFY Ultra Wood Stain Instructional Video

DEFY Ultra Wood Stain

Can you apply Defy Extreme Crystal Clear over a previous color of stain?

DEFY Extreme Wood Stain

Exterior Wood Stains

Do I really need to use both the cleaner and brightener before I stain?

Should I use the stripper or the cleaner?

Can I just power wash and stain?

My deck is stained, but it's starting to look weathered. What should I do to help the wood without staining again?

Wood Prep Process

My composite deck is already beginning to gray out. Can I use stain on it to keep it looking new?

I have a brand new composite deck. Does it need to be sealed?

Composite Decks

Are Your Products Available in Canada?

Where can I find DEFY Deck Stain for Hardwoods?

Product Availability

DEFY Ultra Instructional Video

Videos

Browse through our FAQs to find answers to any deck stain questions you may have.

This help section covers everything you need to know about applying exterior wood stains.

Learn how to properly prepare the surface of your wood before staining it to get the longest lasting lifespan out of your exterior wood stain.

Older composite decks can be susceptible to mold and mildew growth as well as discoloration. Learn how to keep your older composite deck in top shape.

Watch instructional videos on the DEFY product line.