Albany Deck Stain vs Sealer: What Homeowners Should Know
In this episode of Deck Builders Albany, we answer a question many homeowners ask once the warm weather returns: should a wood deck be stained or sealed? For Albany, NY, the answer often depends on how old the deck is, how much sun it gets, and how well the wood is holding up after a long winter of freeze-thaw cycles and summer humidity.
A sealer is mainly about moisture protection. It helps slow water from soaking into the wood, which matters in a climate like ours where snow, meltwater, and repeated temperature swings can be hard on deck boards. If your goal is to help the wood resist…
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