Pittsburgh Ultra Advanced Stain And Sealant Color Chart (2024)

FAQs

How long does it take for a Pittsburgh stain to dry? ›

Allow a minimum of 24 hours of drying time before putting any furniture back on your deck. Check the product label for the appropriate cleanup method. Using a high-quality brush, roller, stain pad or spray equipment: Apply one coat for clears, toners and semi-transparent stains.

Only one coat is required to achieve the target color. However, an additional coat can be applied to achieve a deep, richer color. Is a protective sealer/topcoat required after staining? Yes, all interior wood stains require a protective topcoat.

Solid stains require recoating after 4-5 years, on average. Sealers do not provide any coloration of the wood, but they protect it against moisture that causes rot and splitting. Most sealers last one cycle of seasons and should be renewed each year.

*CAUTION: Allow 24 to 48 hours of drying time before light foot traffic, and 72 hours before normal foot traffic or replacing furniture. Life takes place out on your deck. That's why the penetrating acrylic/oil formula of MAXIMUM Stain & Sealant in One is perfect for your deck.

Many stain types can show signs of dryness differently. You can observe less odor for oil-based stains, and the surface no longer feels sticky when dry. Meanwhile, for water-based stains, when it has dried, it no longer feels cool to the touch.

A simple water test will tell you if your new deck is dry and ready to be treated. Place a few drops of water on the deck. If the water beads up, you'll need to wait a few days and check it again. If it absorbs into the wood quickly, your deck is dry and ready to be sealed or stained.

Over-applying stains to your deck can lead to a sticky or tacky surface. Caked-up stains can cause many issues, including poor adhesion, bubbling, and peeling. Follow the manufacturer's instructions for proper application techniques and coverage rates to avoid these issues.

Nova's ExoShield was engineered to be the longest-lasting wood stain available to homeowners and comes in a one-coat formula to keep your project cost-effective. Using marine-grade components with natural tung oil and ultraviolet blockers, ExoShield ensures your deck stays protected.

Apply solid stains in thin coats and semi-transparent stains or clear sealers in even thinner coats. This prevents puddles that don't soak into the wood and cause the stain to flake off when dry. Whatever type of stain you use, apply two coats to ensure there are no missed spots and to get a more uniform finish.

Answer: Most people like to stain and seal at the same time, although you can come back a week later and seal if you like. If you're going to wait between staining and sealing, just do a light power wash to clean the concrete and let it dry prior to sealing.

How long should a deck stain dry before walking on it? ›

Keep off Newly Painted or Stained Deck

In average conditions, your paint or stain will be dry to the touch within 1-2 hours, but you should not walk on it for probably 4-6 hours.

It might seem that certain shower sealants or caulks are dry to the touch quickly after application, but they actually take around 24 hours to properly cure fully. The curing process can be sped up or slowed down in accordance with the level of humidity within the shower enclosure, and the home in general.

The short answer is 48 hours. You should wait at least two days after pressure washing your deck before you consider staining it, to give time for it to dry. Now let's talk about specifics. Cleaning your deck is an all-important first step in the staining process.

Within as little as one to 24 hours, a water-based stain is ready to walk on but keeps foot traffic very light. Wait anywhere from 24 to 48 hours before placing furniture on your deck. Oil-based stain has been around longer than the water-based option. This will take longer to dry.

Keep off Newly Painted or Stained Deck

In average conditions, your paint or stain will be dry to the touch within 1-2 hours, but you should not walk on it for probably 4-6 hours.

If it rains within 48 hours of applying a treatment, the water will soak into the wood, and try and displace the stain. This can cause a blotchy, flaky look, rather than a smooth, even, coat. If it rains immediately after you've stained the wood, the stain will peel and flake off.