subject: Tips On How To Choose Between A Stain, Oil And Protector [print this page] Stains, oils and protectors are all very effective products to use in order to make your decking look its absolute best. They differ in look and protection, dependant on what you want to achieve any can be right for you.
With so many products on the market, choosing what to use can be a difficult task so here are our tips on how to choose between a stain, oil and protector:
1. Stain
Stains deliver a more intense colour and greater level of protection than oil and protector.Their scuff resistant formula withstands foot traffic, especially if a few coats have been applied.
A stain resists cracking, peeling and blistering as long as it is applied when the decking is fully dry.
It also outperforms conventional woodstains or varnish and it is rainproof in just 90 minutes.
Opt for a product which contains a pad which moulds to the ridges for all over consistent protection, and helps you to achieve a perfect finish every time.
2. Oil
An oil delivers a more natural finish flourishing the wood but requires a greater level of maintenance only due to it needing to be applied more often.
It is ideal for quality decking that has a great grain and colour to show off.
It feeds and nourishes the decking, replacing natural oils lost through weathering to resist cracking and splitting.
Its wax enriched formula waterproofs and protects the wood.
Added UV absorbers deliver long lasting protection against the greying effects of UV rays.
If possible opt for a product which contains a pad. It will mould to the ridges for all over consistent protection, and will help you achieve a perfect finish every time.
3. Protector
A protector delivers a basic level of colour and superb waterproofing protection.
It protects timber from constant wetting, drying, splitting and swelling as well as preventing moisture penetration whilst allowing timber to breathe.
It resists mould and algal growth on the surface of the coating, it resists greying and is ideal for spraying.
