Sherwin williams superdeck waterborne formula exterior deck stain

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Sherwin williams superdeck waterborne formula exterior deck stain

Sherwin Williams SuperDeck Solid Color Stain Review

Sherwin Williams SuperDeck Solid Color Wood and Deck Stain Review 2022

Sherwin williams superdeck waterborne formula exterior deck stain
This is our initial Review of the Sherwin Williams SuperDeck Solid Color Wood and Deck Stain.  This review will be updated throughout the years.

We appreciate your input. If you have used the SW SuperDeck Solid Color Deck stains, feel free to leave a comment below and pictures of your completed projects.

Summary: SuperDeck Solid Color Stain provides durable, opaque protection for many exterior horizontal wood surfaces. Featuring Cool Feel™ Color Technology helps reduce the surface temperature by up to 20°F when compared to conventional color technology.

SuperDeck Solid Color Deck Stain Review

Sherwin Williams SuperDeck Solid Stain Scores (1-10)

Appearance After Initial Stain Application: 9

– The SuperDeck Solid Color Stain was applied with an airless sprayer, roller, and brush.  The two coats applied to our decking wood had no issues with appearance when finally finished.

Wear/Tear and Peeling: 5

–After 2 years, the SuperDeck Solid Color Stain showed wearing on about 50% of the decking boards. Vertical railings did not have any issues.

Cost Per Square Foot: 6

– We applied two coats to our 300 sq. feet of verticals that included all railings and steps. 2 Gallons were used at a cost of $58 per gallon.

Preventing Mold/Mildew/Algae: 10

– At the 2-year mark, the deck showed no signs of any mold or mildew with the SuperDeck Solid Color Stain.

Ease of Application: 6

– The SuperDeck Solid Color Stain does not apply that easily. The solid stain is very thin and coverage was not as good as the solid stains we tested. We really needed to work the stain onto the wood to get the best appearance.

Difficulty of Reapplication: 6

– Sand or strip off the loose stain and reapply 1-2 coats.

Overall Score Sherwin Williams SuperDeck Solid Color Stain at 1 Year Period: 7.0

– We are not a fan of Sherwin Willaims Deck restoration stains and products. Sherwin makes quality house paints has failed numerous times trying to engineer quality deck stains. The product looks and feels like a thin deck paint. Consumer reviews on their website are mixed with many complaining about the coverage and wearing: Sherwin Williams SuperDeck Solid Deck Stain Ratings

Product Information

More Info: Sherwin Williams
Cost: $57.99 per Gallon
Stain Type: Solid Color (Opaque) Wood Stain – Water Based
Available Custom-Mixed Solid Colors: Available with Cool Feel™ Technology in 20 colors
Application Temperature: 45-95 F
Coats  Required: 2 Coats
Coverage Per Gallon: 150-250 sq. ft
Application Tools: Airless Sprayer, Brush, Roller
Dry Time: 2-4 Hours
Cleanup: Water
VOC Compliant: 50 VOC Compliant in all States
Manufacturer: Sherwin Williams

Test Deck Stats

Deck Wood Type: Pressure Treated Pine
Deck Square Footage: 300 Square feet
UV Exposure: Full Sun
How Many Years Tested: 2 Years
Stain Color Used: 
Custom Tinted Brown

*All products tested and results are from our experience. We offer no guarantee of similar results. Take into consideration that results may differ due to different wood types, exposure to UV radiation, and natural weathering.

Sherwin Williams SuperDeck Stain Photos from Consumers

Sherwin williams superdeck waterborne formula exterior deck stain

Super Deck Stained Turned Black

Sherwin williams superdeck waterborne formula exterior deck stain

Super Deck Turned Black

Sherwin williams superdeck waterborne formula exterior deck stain

SuperDeck Stain Turned Black

Sherwin williams superdeck waterborne formula exterior deck stain

SuperDeck Stain Failed

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Sherwin williams superdeck waterborne formula exterior deck stain

As an article and comment contributor to the site, Scott has been around the pressure washing industry since attending college. In 1993 he started his first company called Oakland Pressure Wash specializing in exterior pressure washing and deck staining. That company evolved into OPW L.L.C. shortly thereafter concentrating more on exterior wood and deck restoration. Scott and his Deck Cleaning Michigan company have restored over 10,000 decks in the Metro Detroit area since the early years. He has become an authority in the deck restoration industry and has contributed to numerous wood restoration forums and informative sites.

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Does SuperDeck need 2 coats?

For best results, apply 2 coats. The first coat will fill in cracks while the second coat will build to proper mil thickness of coating.

Is Sherwin Williams SuperDeck good?

The Sherwin-Williams SuperDeck Clear Sealer receives an abysmal rating of 4 out of 100 and doesn't resist cracking, dirt, mildew, or color changes. Even among solid stains, not all are up to the task.

Is SuperDeck stain discontinued?

Superdeck has been discontinued and will no longer be manufactured. If you need any of this stain for your future projects or to have on hand please come in and stock up before it's gone!

What is waterborne deck stain?

The waterborne formula contains UV blockers to protect the wood from prematurely graying. This product is designed to offer outstanding penetration and water repellency giving maximum protection to all your outdoor wood surfaces.