Dynamic and challenging weather conditions are the norm on barrier islands like Assateague, as seasonal weather patterns and occasional large storm events continuously reshape the landscape. Indeed, Assateague owes its very creation as a National Seashore to the weather. In the 1950's, some 5,000 private lots comprising what is now National Park Service land were zoned and sold for resort development.
After 3-12 months you would need to apply a wood cleaner to remove the gray wood cells. This can be done with scrubbing and or light pressure washing. After cleaning the deck you will need to neutralize the wood deck cleaner with a wood brightener. Let dry for 24-48 hours then apply your deck stain of choice.
How long should a deck stain dry before it rains? The stain is solid, water based, BM brand-it says 48 hours to 'hard dry'. Does it need this long? I really want to stain this weekend, and there's a 10% chance of rain Saturday, but 30% change on Sunday night...hile oil base stains take longer to dry than latex, they are less affected by rain that comes too soon than latex stains are. Some of the waterborne stains can be affected by a hard rain 24 hrs later. Sometimes you just have to take a chance and hope for the best.