A. It sounds as if you've given due attention to this important early yet critical phase; others would be wise to follow your example. Ahead, learn why prep is so important before painting a deck and ...

Q. I have a treated-wood deck about 10 years old, and I am tired of messing with it every year or so to keep it looking good. Can I paint it to get a lasting finish? What other choices do I have? A.

Keeping a wood deck in good shape takes a lot of work. Even if you stain or seal it, the boards can still crack and splinter, making the deck look old and worn. Switching over to composite decking is ...

Deck restoration paints fill cracks and improve appearance. But some who have used them say the thick coatings are expensive, hard to apply and eventually will peel. BEHR Is it really that simple? We ...

Knowing how to paint wooden furniture is a useful skill that can help to breathe new life into old furniture. Whether you want to refresh a family heirloom, change your home's scheme for less, or want ...

No stain, no gain, say the paint experts at Sico Paint. Here’s a media release from Sico Paint, unveiling three simple steps to a beautiful, long-lasting deck: LONGUEUIL, Quebec – It’s no secret that ...

After 15 years, the non-slip paint on my boat deck looked faded and dirty. But I put off repainting until the non skid failed and I started slipping and sliding on the wet deck. While a freshly ...

Dear Ken: Some people in my neighborhood have been painting their decks. What do you think of this idea? Would paint do a better job of protecting the wood than stain? - Peggy Answer: I'm not a big ...