These deck refinishing tips will help owners enjoy their space, but also sellers get a serious ROI. A nice outdoor deck will get buyers’ attention—but an old, unmaintained deck could be a turnoff for ...

The outdoor party season is upon us, and that usually means you will want to entertain on your deck. So now is the time to maintain or refinish it so it is ready for the all the summer barbecues. If ...

Q: My deck of pressure-treated wood was finished about two years ago with a solid-colour, oil-based stain. The stain is peeling to the bare wood, especially when I try to scrub off mould stains. How ...

Q: We installed a pressure-treated deck years ago and have tried several finishes, including water repellent, stain and, finally, paint. The paint didn’t adhere well and has become almost black with ...

Q: We put up a deck in summer 2013. We treated the wood with Behr Waterproofing Wood Protector about a year later, following the directions on the label. Last summer, the finish started to flake off, ...

Few things are more annoying than stepping onto your deck in bare feet only to be stuck by a splinter. Fortunately, you can prevent wood decks from splintering and cracking by refinishing them every ...

A nice outdoor deck will get buyers' attention—but an old, unmaintained deck could be a turnoff for many. Because decks are exposed to the elements, they can quickly go from pristine to unkempt, with ...