I finally did it. I stripped, sanded and stained the deck. It was a bit more work than I was expecting but the payoff was well worth it. Gone are the huge swaths of peeling paint and stain, waiting to poke themselves into your bare feet. Now the entire surface is gleaming with a deep maroon and fending off weather like it was always intended.

I have always lauded painting as an inexpensive way to re-invent a room or a home. It is a great way to change the personality of a space and, in our case, liven up a tired and worn-looking deck. I think our cheeseburgers are going to taste better now. Let's dig in today with some tips that are sure to help you succeed with your next project.

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