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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.
Deck stains come in four opacities -- which one you choose depends on your taste and your deck's age. Clear: or natural (top slat on planter) only barely changes the wood color. If you have new or expensive wood, you probably want to see the grain, so use a clear stain, Wilson says.