Ramp (deck) staining project

[cgrutt]

Stained ramp that I built last year we wanted to give wood a chance to dry out a bit.

Used Sherwin-Williams Semi-transparent Deck Stain in White Birch. Sprayed and back brushed most of it finished off some rails and back of spindles with a brush.

Came out nice.

 

[Jezman]

Heads up that myth of wait a year is BS from some Unscrupulous builders from days ago. I have painted and stained wood installed outside for years days after it was installed. Simple ask Paint manufacturer for there conditions to apply and all will be good. 7-12% moisture on the meter for the boards and outside temp 65 to 80 air temp was where I was applying and never had call back or a failure. Best to check many locations on the material for more accurate readings. I am willing to bet they said no paint or stain for a year because that is what there warranty has to be for new builds. So wouold cost more to repair problems if warranty work is needed. So get educated from the paint and stain suppliers they know there product! Does any one ever wait 1 year to do any painting or staining of wood inside? Pressure treated tends to hold more moisture then non in My experience. But stack it right outside or put a fan on it and it dries up quickly.

 

[Jezman]

Looks like a Dr's office in New Windsor put floor finish on a hand full of Years ago.

 

[cgrutt]

Heads up that myth of wait a year is BS from some Unscrupulous builders from days ago. I have painted and stained wood installed outside for years days after it was installed. Simple ask Paint manufacturer for there conditions to apply and all will be good. 7-12% moisture on the meter for the boards and outside temp 65 to 80 air temp was where I was applying and never had call back or a failure. Best to check many locations on the material for more accurate readings. I am willing to bet they said no paint or stain for a year because that is what there warranty has to be for new builds. So wouold cost more to repair problems if warranty work is needed. So get educated from the paint and stain suppliers they know there product! Does any one ever wait 1 year to do any painting or staining of wood inside? Pressure treated tends to hold more moisture then non in My experience. But stack it right outside or put a fan on it and it dries up quickly.

I recommended waiting for wood to dry out it was oozing water when screws were applied lol. I do speak with my paint rep fairly regularly he suggested waiting for new PT wood to dry out first before coating on several projects. I also read the PDS on all coatings before applying them. There is nothing for or against applying to new wood or what moisture content should be. Just old school I suppose lol. This project was in New Paltz.

 

[Saltwater60]

Matches siding nicely

 

[cgrutt]

Matches siding nicely

Thanks that just turned out to be luck its standard SW deck color the manager wanted the stain to be neutral or light. The clear doesn't provide any UV protection so we went with light. It is pretty close to color used on siding though.