Step 5: Ready your chosen wood stain for application. Next, thoroughly mix the stain. You can have the hardware store do so at the time of purchase, or you can just shake it well at home.

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If you have a new wood deck, let it fully dry (or “season”) before applying a stain product. Proper dry time is anywhere from four to 12 months, depending on the time of year it was installed.

Here's the scoop on how to properly stain pressure-treated wood for the best end product, whatever your project may be. Rule #1: Choose Good Wood.