Deck boards
Boards in open sun fade and dry out along their tops first, and small checks open where the grain is exposed. We clean each board end to end and stain it in continuous passes so the color stays consistent across the whole floor.
Deck staining in Franklin
Franklin Deck Staining & Sealing, Beautiful Results for Outdoor Living
For Franklin homeowners, whether the deck is new or has seen many summers, Alan Robinson Painting washes the wood, lets it dry and restains it in a finish suited to the boards and the house. The work is held to the standard of Alan Robinson, a working fine artist, as is all our work on Franklin homes.
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Deck Cleaning and Staining Around Franklin
A freshly stained deck makes the back of a Franklin home feel ready for summer: warm, even boards for cookouts, evenings outside and children running down the stairs to the yard. Deck cleaning and staining gets it there, and the approach depends on the deck. A newer deck behind a home in Westhaven or Berry Farms may need only a gentle wash and its first real stain, while a deck that has been stained several times needs the old finish cleaned back before new color can soak in.
Either way, the graying and old stain are washed away, the wood is allowed to dry, and a stain goes on that suits the wood and the look you want. What you end up with is a deck that looks even from the back door to the bottom step, like the stained decks in our photo gallery.
Which Parts of a Franklin Deck Do We Stain?
Newer Franklin decks often come with generous stairs and rails, and the whole deck looks cared for only when each part is finished as carefully as the floor.
Railings, balusters and posts
Wood railings with metal balusters need a steady hand so stain stays on the wood. Rail caps, the posts and the rails beneath all get the same coat, including the undersides nobody looks at until they gray.
Stairs and stringers
Stair treads carry the most traffic and the most sun, and the stringers beneath them can hold moisture from the lawn. Both are cleaned and stained so the stair wears at the same pace as the deck.
Pergolas and porch ceilings
A pergola over the patio or a covered porch ceiling is often stained wood in the same palette as the deck, and doing them together keeps the tones matched.
Benches, planters and built-ins
Built-in benches and planters are part of how a deck gets used. They're washed and stained along with the boards so they don't stand out as the one gray piece left.
Sealing after staining
Deck sealing keeps water from soaking into the wood. Most quality stains include a water repellent, and where a separate sealer would help, we'll explain the choice before we apply anything.
Newer Decks and Older Decks in Franklin
Franklin has decks that went up last year and decks that have been stained many times over, and each gets a finish planned from where it starts.
A Newer Deck's First Stain
New wood needs time before it takes stain. Cedar and pressure-treated decks on newer homes often carry a mill glaze and moisture from the lumberyard, so stain applied too soon sits on top instead of soaking in. We check the wood, give it a gentle cleaning when it's ready, and choose a stain that lets the grain show.
An Older Deck, Cleaned Back
A deck that has been stained before needs the old finish dealt with first. Worn stain, graying and mildew are cleaned away, rough spots are sanded, and any board we'd rather replace is pointed out before we begin. Rails, stairs and boards are finished in one visit so the whole deck matches again, and if the siding and trim behind the deck are due, painting the house exterior can be planned alongside.
Choosing the Stain and the Color
More pigment means more protection from the sun. A transparent stain shows the most grain but fades soonest. Semi-transparent and semi-solid stains carry more pigment and hold their color longer, and a solid stain covers most like paint. Penetrating stains wear away gradually rather than peeling the way a film-forming coat can. We'll show you how each looks on your wood before you decide, the way a painter who works on canvas would test a color.
How Our Deck Cleaning and Staining Works, Step by Step
Our deck staining services start with seeing the deck in person with you. The boards, the existing stain, how the sun crosses the yard and any boards we'd bring a carpenter in to replace go into an itemized written estimate before any work is scheduled.
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Clean and let it dry
A deck cleaner and a controlled rinse lift the sun-bleached fibers, mildew and old stain. A wood brightener is an option afterward. Then the deck dries, for however long the weather needs.
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Sand and prep
Any rough or splintered areas are sanded, loose fasteners are noted, and the siding, doors and plants nearest the deck are covered.
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Stain
The stain goes on in the opacity you've chosen, whether transparent, semi-transparent, semi-solid or solid, on a dry day. Back-brushing is one way to work it into the boards, and cut ends can take an extra coat. Our guide compares our climate with the limits coating makers set, month by month.
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Seal and inspect
Once it's set, we walk the deck with you and check the rails, the stair and the far corners before calling it finished.
Read more about cleaning, staining and sealing decks across the Nashville area.
What Homeowners Say About Working With Us
5.0 · 73 Verified Google ReviewsAlan is incredible. He has painted our living room and our deck and did amazing work with each project. He is a quick worker but still manages to deliver flawless results—not to mention he is a truly kind soul!
Alan and his team did a fantastic job giving our 25 year old house a fresh modern look!
Alan did an outstanding job for us. He repaired some damaged drywall, painted it perfectly, and also painted our new door. His work is truly excellent — everything looks clean, smooth, and professionally done.
What really stood out was how professional, fast, and respectful he was. He worked efficiently without wasting time, and when he was finished, he left the area completely clean and tidy. You could barely tell he had been there except for the beautiful results.
If you’re looking for a reliable, high-quality painter who does great work and takes pride in what he does, Alan Robinson Painting is the one to call. I wouldn’t hesitate to hire him again!
I have hired different painters over the 20+ years of home ownership and Alan is hands down the best. I truly did not find one drip or one place where the lines were not crisp and clean. He even repaired a hole in our interior door and it looks like it never was damaged. I almost want to call him an artist. He was also helpful in picking paint colors. Helping me understand how different lighting in each room will impact what the shade of paint looks like day in and day out. Super clean. Incredibly honest. Super professional!
Deck Staining Projects Across Greater Nashville
How Are Deck Staining Services Priced in Franklin?
Our deck staining services are priced for each Franklin deck individually. These six factors weigh most, and your estimate lists each so nothing is a surprise. Our guide to deck staining prices per square foot collects the ranges other companies publish.
- Size
Square footage
The deck's area drives how much cleaner, stain and time are needed.
- Prep
Condition and existing stain
Sun-checked boards or a failing film finish need more work before staining.
- Detail
Railings and stairs
Rails, balusters and stair runs add careful hand work.
- Finish
Stain type
Higher-pigment stains and solid colors change materials and application.
- Extras
Pergola or porch extras
Overhead wood and built-in seating add to the scope.
- Site
Access and shade
Second-story decks and sloped lots take more setup to reach safely.
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Deck Staining Questions We Hear Most
A few things Franklin homeowners ask before their deck is washed and restained.
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Have Franklin neighbors recommended you for deck work?
Yes. One Franklin homeowner, J.K., wrote on Nextdoor: "He has completed multiple projects for us including refinishing our front door, refurbishing wooden furniture, and staining our decks." Several Franklin neighbors have recommended us there.
How often does a deck in Franklin need restaining?
There isn't one answer. A deck in full sun with a light, transparent stain will show wear well before a shaded deck with a semi-solid one, and foot traffic matters too. When the color starts to fade and water stops beading, it's time to look at it again.
Do you clean the deck before staining?
Always. Stain applied over dirt, mildew or gray fibers won't soak in properly and tends to fail early. Cleaning, then waiting for the wood to dry, is the part of the job that decides how long the finish lasts.
Can you stain a deck in the heat of summer?
Yes, with some care. Stain applied to boards baking in midday sun can dry before it soaks in, so on the hottest days we work the shaded sections at the right time and watch for afternoon storms.
Comparing deck cleaning and staining companies near me in Franklin? Here's what to know.
We're a family business working across Greater Nashville, Franklin included, and we'd rather you judge us by the work and by what your neighbors say than by the distance. Call and tell us about your deck; we'll come and see it.
Deck Staining in Franklin’s Neighborhoods
From backyards in Fieldstone Farms and Founders Pointe to the newer streets of Westhaven, Berry Farms and The Highlands at Ladd Park, Franklin decks range from brand new to well loved, and each one gets a thorough wash and a patient wait before it is stained.
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Downtown Franklin
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Hincheyville (opens in Google Maps)
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Riverview Park (opens in Google Maps)
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Fieldstone Farms (opens in Google Maps)
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McKay’s Mill
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Lockwood Glen (opens in Google Maps)
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Westhaven
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Founders Pointe (opens in Google Maps)
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The Highlands at Ladd Park (opens in Google Maps)
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Berry Farms (opens in Google Maps)
We paint all over Franklin, from 37064 and 37067 to 37069.
Beyond the Deck, and Nearby
More for your Franklin home
Once the deck looks new again, the rest of the house often catches the eye.
- Great rooms and historic interiorsWalls, trim and ceilings from Main Street to Westhaven.
- Siding and trim on a Franklin houseHistoric wood siding and Hardie alike, prepped to last.
- Cabinet refinishing in FranklinKitchens old and new brought to a lasting painted finish.
- Pickets and privacy fencesAn even stain along the whole run of the fence.
Deck staining nearby
Neighboring towns get the same careful process.
- Brentwood decks and pergolasJust north on I-65, on larger lots made for entertaining.
- Decks built to last in FairviewNorthwest on Highway 96, with the same careful process.
- Decks and porches in NashvilleUp I-65 to the city's bungalow and ranch neighborhoods.