Q: What Deck Staining Supplies Do I Need?
A: You will need materials to prep your deck, stain the wood and clean up. Here are lists of all the supplies and deck stains you will need for your next wood staining project.
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What Deck Staining Supplies Do I Need?
Prepping Supplies
To prep your deck, you will need these supplies:
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Tarp
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Stiff Broom
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Hose
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Pump Style Sprayer
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Drill or Screw Driver
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Hammer
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Pole Sander
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Hand Sander
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Sand Paper (120-150 grit)
What Deck Staining Supplies Do I Need?
Staining Supplies
To stain your deck, you will use some or all of the following:
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Natural Bristle Brush for Alkyd Oil Stains
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Synthetic Bristle Brush for Acrylic Oil Stains
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Large Bucket (5 gallons)
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Stirring Sticks
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Roller
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Roller Tray
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Stain Pad with a Pole
Pro Tip: Typically stain brushes don't have angled edges.
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What Deck Staining Supplies Do I Need?
Clean-Up Supplies
Last, but not least, you will want to clean up any spills so that your finished deck looks great.
Clean-up supplies:
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Rag
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Mineral Spirits (if using an Alkyd product)