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Staining your timber decking for the first time can be an exciting process, and can really tie together and finish off the look of your garden. If you’re planning to get a brand new deck to enjoy in the garden this year, or you’ve already got a fresh new set of decking boards laid out in the garden, you might be wondering when you should stain it. It’s a valid question, and one that has a few different answers.
So, if you’re looking for those answers, look no further. At Savoy Timber, we’re experts in all things decking, and we’ve got a few pointers to help make your life easier. Let’s take a look!
The answer is that it depends. Let us explain. When you get a new deck, and it’s been freshly laid, it’s usually recommended that you leave it to ‘weather’ naturally, and this can be anywhere from a few weeks to a couple of months, depending on where you get your decking.
Weathering is the process of leaving your newly laid deck to sit in your garden unstained to let any treatment erode. It ensures that your stain fully seeps into the woods and sticks to your decking so it looks nice even when it dries. If it’s untreated with any wood preservatives, technically you could stain it straight away, although it’s unlikely to defoliate straight away if you don’t.
One thing we will say, however, is that it’s always important to check with your manufacturer what they recommend for your particular style or type of timber decking to be 100% sure you’re making the best choice for your new decking.
At Savoy Timber, our timber decking is sourced from slow-grown Swedish Pine that’s been matured, and to ensure its durability, we subject it to a rigorous pressure-treatment process using Tanalith E, which is a water-based, high-pressure wood preservative. That means you won’t have to worry about your deck deteriorating when you lay it in the garden and have a spot of unsavoury weather.
When you’ve got a good idea of when you should be staining your deck according to your manufacturer’s directions, you can go ahead and start picking out your colour and tools. Once you have everything you need, there are a few minor details to consider – like the weather, for example.
When it comes to staining your deck, you’ll want to wait for a couple of pleasant days to get the job done. This way, you can really take your time with your handiwork, especially if you need to apply two coats. You want it to be just right – not too hot, not too cold, and mild enough to enjoy. Checking the forecast can help you prepare for the day and ensure you have everything you need. You want it warm enough to help your deck dry but not so hot that it dries too fast and becomes patchy – so avoid staining your decking during a heatwave. You’ll also want to make sure you’re not going to get caught in any sporadic rainstorms – you don’t want all your hard work to wash away.
Make sure you check how long the stain you pick out takes to dry; this is the amount of time you’ll need to avoid contact with your decking or laying out any of your garden furniture, and avoid getting it wet – so be mindful if you like to water the plants with the hosepipe.
If you keep all this in mind when it comes to staining your timber decking, you’ll have your beautiful garden edition finish in no time, ready to enjoy the warmer weather that’s on its way. And remember, when in doubt reach out to our experts! Your manufacturer will always have the best advice.
At Savoy Timber, we’re always on hand to speak to our customers with any questions or queries they may have before, during and after the decking is laid! So, if you’re looking for stunning decking options that are both affordable and reliable and with a side order of helpful, expert opinions, take a look at our timber decking range! From decking boards to decking kits to decking samples, we have everything you need for hassle-free decking right here! To speak to a member of our team about your next decking project, feel free to give us a call at 0345 0268 799.
