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A wooden deck should be refinished or stained every 8 years, but no more than 10 times, otherwise the wood starts to loose it's stregth and becomes a hazard to users. A well maintained deck will have high quality stains and finishers that help prevent water and foot traffic damage.
Having your deck painted costs about the same as having it stained - $2 to $3 per square foot, on average. If your deck has lots of details or is very rough shape, the cost could be $5 per square foot or more. As a do-it-yourself project, painting is also relatively inexpensive. Budget just a few hundred dollars for paint and supplies.