On Fri, 24 Oct 2008 13:13:03 -0400, Luca wrote:

Had a new deck installed, pressure treated lumber, coastal SC, mostly
in a shaded area. I need to stain it a dark green (condo rules). Not
sure if I should use latex or oil based stain. Web research seems to
indicate either is good choice. Does it need any prep before staining?

Opinions on oil vs latex?


Cabots Decking stain (oil -based). Follow the manufacturer
recommendations and it should last a few years. Be extra generous on
the end grain.