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Ordering too little stain means a second shipment and a mid-project delay; ordering way too much wastes money. Here is a simple way to estimate how many gallons of deck or fence stain you need. Step 1: Measure the Square Footage Deck floor: length × width. A 12 × 16 ft deck is 192 sq. ft.Railings: a quick rule of thumb is about 2 sq. ft. of surface per linear foot of standard railing with balusters (more for decorative designs).Stairs: about 6–8 sq. ft. per step including tread …

A fresh coat of paint protects a tractor or implement from rust and makes it look like it just rolled off the lot. Rust-Oleum Farm & Implement Enamel is made for exactly this job, with colors matched to the major equipment brands. Here is how to get a durable, professional-looking finish. 1. Pick Your Color Farm & Implement Enamel is available in OEM-matched colors including John Deere Green and Yellow, International Harvester Red, Ford Red and Ford Blue, Kubota Orange, Allis Chalmers Or …

Pressure-treated pine is the most common decking in the country, and it takes stain differently than cedar, redwood or hardwoods. Choosing the right product, and putting it on at the right time, is the difference between a deck that looks great for years and one that peels, fades or turns black with mildew. Here is what to look for. When Can You Stain a New Pressure-Treated Deck? New pressure-treated lumber is often still wet from the treatment process. Stain applied too soon cannot soak in and …