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<p id="isPasted">It depends on which product. For DEFY&#xA0;Ultra, DEFY Extreme, and DEFY Essential, you&apos;ll want to apply 2 wet-on-wet coats, allowing 10-15 minutes between coats. It&apos;s important to not allow the&#xA0;first coat to fully dry as this will prevent the second coat from fully penetrating.&#xA0;</p><p>For DEFY Solid Color Wood Stain, allow the first coat to dry (approximately 1 - 2 hours) before applying the second coat.</p>

It depends on which product. For DEFY Ultra, DEFY Extreme, and DEFY Essential, you'll want to apply 2 wet-on-wet coats, allowing 10-15 minutes between coats. It's important to not allow the first coat to fully dry as this will prevent the second coat

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

Exterior Wood Stains

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?

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

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?

How long do I have to wait between coats of DEFY Wood Stains?Updated 10 days ago