Deck Stain Calculator

Calculate Deck Stain Requirements

About Deck Stain Calculations

Deck stain calculations help determine the amount of stain needed and associated costs for deck maintenance.

Stain Types:

  • Transparent: Shows wood grain, 200-300 sq ft/gal
  • Semi-Transparent: Some color, 150-200 sq ft/gal
  • Semi-Solid: More color, 100-150 sq ft/gal
  • Solid: Full coverage, 75-100 sq ft/gal

Coverage Factors:

  • Wood porosity
  • Surface condition
  • Application method
  • Weather conditions