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How do you paint with stain?

Crystal Chadwick
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Crystal Chadwick is a Licensed General Contractor and the Owner of Yin & Yang Construction out of Salt Lake City, Utah. With over 16 years of experience in the construction industry, she specializes in remodels, repairs, and handyman services. Crystal leads her team with vision and a detail-oriented approach, allowing them to provide quality work and design to their clients.

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Brush over the edges of your porch first. Then, roll the stain with the direction of the wood grain. For optimal coverage and durability, apply 2 good coats of stain.

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How do I prepare my front porch if I'm painting it with stain?

Crystal Chadwick
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Crystal Chadwick is a Licensed General Contractor and the Owner of Yin & Yang Construction out of Salt Lake City, Utah. With over 16 years of experience in the construction industry, she specializes in remodels, repairs, and handyman services. Crystal leads her team with vision and a detail-oriented approach, allowing them to provide quality work and design to their clients.

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If you're using a solid color stain, sand down to the bare wood with heavy grit sandpaper (60-80 grit). Then, use finer sandpaper after that, like 100-120 grit.

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What are a few colors that work for an outdoor wooden porch?

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Good color combos for wood are: 1. Black, and any bright color, like mint or white. 2. Straight colors, not combos, or 3. make your own!

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Should I use caulk or wood putty for small spaces between floorboards?

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Most people leave small gaps between porch floorboards if they are not too large. Wood putty is typically used to cover holes where screws have been inserted.

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