How do I calculate how much stain I need?

Divide the total square footage of the area you want to stain by the square footage covered by a can of your chosen stain. Round the result up to the next whole number. For example, if you have 400 square feet of floor to cover and a can of stain covers 220 square feet, you need two cans of that stain.

Similarly, you may ask, how do I figure out how much wood I need to stain?

Divide the total square feet of fence to be stained by the coverage listed on the can. For example, if you have 1,000 square feet of fence and the stain says that 1 gallon covers 200 square feet, you would divide 1,000 by 200, which equals 5 gallons to cover the fence.

Beside above, how much stain do I need for a 10x10 deck? Average Cost To Stain A Deck

Deck Size	DIY Cost	Cost To Hire Someone
10x10	$41 – $134	$157 – $404
12x12	$59 – $176	$226 – $582
12x16	$78 – $222	$301 – $775
12x20	$98 – $268	$376 – $969

Keeping this in consideration, how much area does a gallon of stain cover?

Most stains come in 1-gallon containers and provide around 200 to 300 square feet of coverage per can.

How much stain do I need for a door?

Cost to Stain a Wood Door

Stain a Wood Door Costs	Zip Code
	Low	High
Stain a Wood Door – Installation Cost	$116.00 - $121.00	$175.00 - $195.00
Stain a Wood Door – Total	$161.00 - $173.00	$260.00 - $295.00
Stain a Wood Door – Total Average Cost per square Foot	$8.35	$13.88

39 Related Question Answers Found

How many square feet will 5 gallons of stain?

On average most deck stains cover 150-300 sq. ft. per gallon depending on the age, condition, and porosity of the wood. To figure out how much deck stain you should buy, start by measuring the deck floor.

How many coats of stain do I need for a fence?

In most cases, solid-color stains are like traditional paint and need just one coat to protect your fence. Semi-transparent penetrating stains often need two coats, with the second coat applied approximately an hour after the first coat.

How much should I charge to stain a fence?

The price of having a professional paint or stain your fence averages $2,000. Homeowners could pay anywhere between $750 to $4,250 depending on the condition, height and length of the fence. Costs average $3 to $17 per linear foot or $1 to $2.50 per square foot.

How long does it take to stain a dresser?

Allow stain to sit on wood for 10 minutes, then wipe away excess stain with a cloth. Let dry 2 hours. To achieve a darker color, apply a second coat. Repeat for the other drawers using other stain colors.

How many square feet does Thompson Water Seal cover?

That determines how many gallons of stain are required (each gallon covers up to 400 square feet).

When should I stain my new fence?

A good rule of thumb is to wait a month or two if the fence is made with dry materials. This will allow it to weather enough but not too much. If the fence is made with pressure treated materials it may be 3-4 months for the posts to dry enough and can be checked with a moisture meter.

What color is cedar stain?

Red cedar is a popular exterior wood on houses for its natural rich, red color. Used for shingles, trim, house siding, decking, fences, and gates, cedar is cheap, widely available, and functionally weathers well. But one downside is that cedar's lovely red turns a monotonous gray surprisingly quickly.

How do you apply wood stain?

The basic rule for getting good results with any wood stain is to apply a wet coat and wipe off the excess before it dries. You can use any tool – rag, brush, paint pad, roller or spray gun – to apply the stain. You can even dip the object into stain or pour the stain onto the wood and spread it around.

What color should I stain my deck?

Gray can also work with contrasting colors like black and white to provide a sophisticated palette. Many homeowners like natural wood stain colors like Cedar because they are lighter and work well with country and rustic designs.

How much does deck stain cost?

Average prices to re-stain a deck range from 50 cents to $2.50 per square foot, depending on the amount of prep work required, the type of stain used, and other variables. The national average cost to stain a deck is $813, which includes both commercial and residential projects.

How many square feet does a gallon of concrete stain cover?

100-500 square feet

How many square feet does a gallon of Minwax stain cover?

Minwax Ebony 2718 Stain - Gallon

Coverage - 400-500 sq. ft. Minwax® Wood Finish is an oil-based wood stain that provides long-lasting wood tone color. It penetrates deep into the pores to seal and protect the wood.

How do you stain bookshelves?

Bookshelf Staining

Step 1 – Sand Down the Wood. Before adding any type of stain to your bookshelf, you need to go through a series of sanding procedures.
Step 2 – Clean the Wood. After you have sanded the wood down, clean the wood.
Step 3 - Apply Sealer.
Step 4 – Stain the Wood.
Step 5 – Wipe off the Stain.
Step 6 – Allow to Dry.

How much Behr stain do I need?

One gallon of any BEHR paint is enough to cover between 250 to 400 square feet of surface area with one coat.

How much Litres is a gallon?

The US gallon is used in the United States and is equal to exactly 231 cubic inches or 3.785411784 liters. The Imperial gallon or UK gallon is used in the United Kingdom and is equal to approximately 277.42 cubic inches. Its exact value is defined as 4.54609 liters.

How many square feet does a gallon of paint cover?

400 square feet

How do you know when wood is dry enough to stain?

One way to measure if the deck is dry enough for staining is by using a moisture meter. A moisture meter measures the amount of moisture in the wood. There are one to two probes on the meter that stick into the wood to give you a reading. If using this method, be sure to check the moisture level in several spots.