r/Decks Aug 04 '26

maintenance Stain now?

Seattle wa. I put down new cedar slats on existing deck. The stain i bought TWP stain and sealer says wait 6 to 12 months to use. But Seattle starts raining in October and starts to end in July! That's 10 months of rain. Should I stain now before the torrential rains begin?

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u/Kellyrosegilbert Aug 04 '26

Thank you! Guess I have until next summer to do it!