Deck stains can restore a deck and protect its wood, but choosing the right one can be confusing. I performed hands-on testing on several top deck stain products. Find out how they fared.

Protect wood from rot, mildew, and UV rays with the best deck sealer. We tested top picks to see how they would stand up to the elements.

Moisture resistance is the primary benefit of sealing a deck. The sealant creates a protective layer over the wood, preventing rain, snow, and meltwater from seeping into the fibers.

Wood deck sealers come in all flavors. There are water-based sealants as well as a few oil-based products. Some are heavily pigmented while others have just a hint of pigment.

What advice can you offer when purchasing wood deck sealers? A. This is no consolation, but you're in a large group of consumers that are deeply disappointed with the performance of their deck ...

Q: I have a wood deck that needs to be sealed again. Every other year I have to clean and seal it. I'm trying to find the best deck sealer, but I'm running out of patience.

Q: I put my wood deck to bed for the season about a month ago. I was really upset. In the spring I went to great lengths to clean the deck and reseal it. I purchased an expensive semi-transparent ...

Q: Some 20 years ago, I had a “treated” wood deck built behind my home and was told by the builder that additional sealer or wood treatment was not necessary. In fact, the builder said, it ...

I put my wood deck to bed for the season about a month ago. Suffice it to say I was really upset. Back in the spring I went to great lengths to clean the deck and reseal it. I purchased an ...