If you've been wondering how best to preserve your wooden outdoor furniture to keep it safe from the elements, we have some ...

Outdoor wood furniture looks great, but the elements can quickly fade those good looks. "Home Town" hosts Erin and Ben Napier have a trick that helps.

Twenty-two years ago I painted six pine test boards with a range of exterior wood finishing products, in the hope that these products would provide an effective, translucent outdoor-tough wood finish.

A relatively new finishing system called toning, used for decks, siding, outdoor furniture and other outdoor wood, is an increasingly popular alternative to clear sealers and deeply colored stains.

Beginning back in 1990 and continuing until today I’ve methodically tested exterior wood finishes to see how well they last, and even though products have changed and improved since then, one thing ...

From polished patios to gleaming garage floors, glossy sealants have long been a go-to choice underfoot in many exteriors. We have to give it to them — they're exceptionally durable, offer strong ...

You think you are protecting your deck when you roll out a bargain outdoor rug. In reality, the wrong rug quietly traps moisture, stains finishes, and can speed up rot in the boards you paid so much ...

Staining and sealing outdoor wood is among the best ways to protect it from the elements. Whether it’s pressure-treated, cedar, cypress, redwood or even a high-end exotic hardwood, the right care and ...

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The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. They say prevention is always better than cure. While we’re ...