Deck Staining-Oil or Water Based?

[bradcarey 2]

Can one of you experts please tell me whether you think this is an oil or water based stain? Also, how do you know the answer so I can know for future reference? The home owner was not sure. It did strip off with a tbsp of HD80 in a spray bottle, which I know takes care of most stains, but I am still not sure what stain to re-apply (oil vs water). Thank you!

[RPetry 564]

Oil based.  In general, if a stain strips off easily at or less of 8 oz HD80/gal. of water it is an oil.  Exception being a very weathered water based stain.

[bradcarey 2]

Thank you Rick!

[Beth n Rod 1,279]

Oil on cedar.

Reason: Cedar compacts from simply walking on it.

This kills acrylics quickly and they peel and flake off easily within a short time.

 

Oils help keep the wood more lubricated and helps to keep water out better. They last longer but do require recoating overall because mildew/mold grows on them quite readily.

 

Rod

[bradcarey 2]

Text book.I think I'll incoropate that in to my sales pitch. I apprciate both answers gentlemen.

[bradcarey 2]

Thanks Guys, got this job today.

[Beth n Rod 1,279]

Yep. Looks like oil to me and a pretty sweet job.

 

Beth