• Paint brush
• Decking brush
• Masking tape
• Protective gloves
• Decking stain

Step 1: Clean the decking

Make sure the surface of your timber is clean, sanded, and ready to absorb the stain. Wear gloves to avoid staining your hands and use masking tape to cover any areas that you don’t want stained.

Step 2: Mix it up
Give your stain a good stir. This ensures all the pigment is evenly mixed throughout the tin and will help give you a consistent finish

Step 3: Edges first
Using a paintbrush, start by staining the edges and the corners -this is known as ‘cutting in’. Use long brush strokes along the grain of the wood.

Step 4: Fill in the rest
Continue to stain the rest of your deck area. If your decking has a smooth surface, you can use a lamb’s wool applicator. Remember to work towards on open edge so you don’t paint yourself into a corner

Step 5: Finishing up
When you’re finished, remove the masking tape before the stain dries. Allow at least 24 hours before walking on your deck.

Disclaimer: This guide is provided for general information purposes only. Buildland accepts no responsibility for any injury, loss or damage resulting from the use of this information. Always follow relevant manufacturer instructions, building regulations and health and safety guidelines. All work is carried out at your own risk.