How long do you wait between power washing a deck and staining and sealing?

I did the whole procedure last year but when it would rain the water still soaked into the deck and now it is moldy and green in some areas.How long do you wait between power washing a deck and staining and sealing?
Ok you need to let it sit any where from 24 up to a week depending on the weather and the humidity of your area now i know that most people use Thompson's water seal to coat their decks but i want to suggest using a product call sikkens it is a little more costly than Thompson's but it lasts longer.


it is a top of the line product that can be found in your paint store ( not home depot or Lowe's ) i have 16 years in home improvement and i have tried it all


and found that sikkens works bestHow long do you wait between power washing a deck and staining and sealing?
I sprinkle Ajax ( or Comet) on my deck when it starts to rain. Then I shuffle my feet as I walk across it.


The grit adds traction, and the mold comes off.


Looks like green paste.


Then the rain washes it away.





(You could substitute a hose if it's not predicted to rain).





The good thing about abrasive cleaners is the grit gives you traction. It's like putting salt on snow and ice.
pressure wash it again and stain and seal as soon as it's dry

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