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.

Wood that's stained a natural hue is easily updated with the right primer and paint. With proper preparation, you can achieve an expert finish.

Deck sealers come in all flavors. There are water-based sealants as well as a few oil-based products. Some are heavily pigmented; others have just a hint of pigment. Many homeowners love the look ...

The thicker, water-based sealers — more environmentally secure — cannot be sprayed on and must be applied with a brush or roller.

Westcoat Water-based Polyurethane Concrete Sealer SC-67 is a two component, high solids, water-based, polyurethane sealer with a semi-gloss finish. This product provides properties equal to that ...

The right stain can also depend on location—for example, a deck wood stain needs to be water-resistant to prevent warping, cracking, or splintering.

My outdoor wood furniture has weathered to a mottled gray, and there is mildew covering it. My wife has informed me that I must make it look like new. If I do a good enough job, I’ve been told I ...

SC-42 WB Acrylic Sealer is a water-based, clear concrete sealer and glaze. It is designed to seal porous concrete, brick or tiles and previously painted surfaces where a protective high gloss ...

“Many green sealers are water-based, which means they quickly evaporate, wash away, or both. Only ENDURE56 is BIOLOGICAL GREEN with 100% solids containing zero VOCs, to remain on wood (s) the ...

Shopping for a wood stain? Read about types, features, and other must-know topics in our wood stain buying guide to make an informed choice.