Color Consultation
Deck stain Portland color selection: semi-transparent (preserves grain), semi-solid (50% coverage), or solid (full color). We sample 3-5 colors on your deck before commitment.
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Portland's Trusted Deck Staining (503) 782-9723
We apply oil-based, semi-transparent, and solid-color stains. Sealing lasts 3 to 5 years on Western Red Cedar in Portland weather. Licensed, bonded, and trusted by 1,250+ Portland homeowners since 2008.
24/7 · Open 24 Hours · Free Phone Consultation · No Obligation
4.9 ★★★★★ 312+ Google Reviews
17+ Years Building
Portland Decks
Portland Decks
1250+ Decks Completed
Across Portland
Across Portland
A+ BBB Accredited
Member NADRA
Member NADRA
DANGER Address these now, before they fail
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Warning Signs
Signs Your Portland Deck Needs Staining
These are the most common signs Portland homeowners notice before they call. If you see even one on your deck, give us a call. Most safety hazards get same-day inspection.
- 01 Bare wood visible through worn or peeling stain
- 02 Water absorbs into boards instead of beading
- 03 UV graying changing cedar to silver tone
- 04 New deck installation needs first stain coat
- 05 Want to change deck color to match house update
- 06 Annual or biennial maintenance staining due
- 07 Selling home and want refreshed deck appearance Most dangerous
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What We Cover
Our Portland
Our Portland
Deck Staining Services
Every deck staining project includes the work below, delivered by our in-house Portland crew. No subcontractors. No surprise add-ons. Every job covered by our 10-year workmanship warranty.
Surface Cleaning
Professional deck staining Portland prep includes low-pressure wash, mildew treatment, and degreaser application. Surface dries 48-72 hours before stain application.
Oil-Based Penetrating Stains
Sikkens Cetol, Cabot Australian Timber Oil, and Penofin penetrating stains soak 1/8 inch (3 mm) into wood grain. Best for cedar, redwood, and PNW Western Red Cedar.
Water-Based Hybrid Stains
Sherwin-Williams SuperDeck and Behr Premium hybrid stains balance penetration with surface durability. Low-VOC formulas suit homes with kids and pets.
Marine-Grade Sealers
Deck sealing Portland finish uses penetrating sealers rated for marine exposure. Required on waterfront homes in Cathedral Park, Alameda, and Eastmoreland. Adds 12-18 months to stain life.
Annual Maintenance Visit
12-month follow-up visit cleans, touches up high-traffic areas, and applies spot stain to extend full restain interval to 4-5 years on cedar, 6-7 on hardwood.
Not sure exactly what you need? Call us. We'll inspect for free.
📞 Call (503) 782-9723 PNW Expertise
Built for Portland Weather.
Built for Portland Weather.
Repaired by Portland Experts.
Portland decks face conditions most contractors don't understand. Our 36+ inches of annual rainfall combined with evergreen shade creates the perfect environment for wood rot. Add freeze-thaw cycles, constant humidity rolling off the Willamette, and moss-friendly surfaces, and you have a deck that's aging faster than almost anywhere else in the country.
We've worked decks in every Portland microclimate, from shaded north-facing lots in Sellwood-Moreland and Grant Park, to river-exposed waterfront homes in Alameda and Cathedral Park, to hillside elevated decks in Southwest Hills and Hawthorne. Each has unique failure patterns. We know them.
That's why every deck staining project we deliver uses stainless or coated fasteners (not basic galvanized), proper joist flashing, and pressure-treated framing rated for ground contact, even where code doesn't require it.
- Stainless / coated fasteners standard on every project
- Ground-contact-rated framing exceeds Portland code requirements
- Joist flashing & ledger protection against PNW moisture
- Marine-grade sealers for riverfront & high-humidity homes
37" average annual rainfall
in Portland
in Portland
100% stainless / coated
fasteners, always
fasteners, always
Our Process
How Our Portland
How Our Portland
Deck Staining Process Works
Four straightforward steps. No forms that vanish into a void. No 48-hour callback delays. Just a phone call with a real DB Portland carpenter and a fixed written quote.
- 01
Call for a Free Phone Consultation
Pick up the phone and dial (503) 782-9723. We answer in 3 rings: a real DB Portland carpenter, not a call center. We ask 4-5 questions to understand the project.
- 02
Schedule a Same-Day Inspection
Most inspections happen within 24-48 hours, often same-day for safety hazards. Our inspector arrives in a marked truck, in uniform, on time.
- 03
Get a Clear Written Quote
You receive a clear, written, no-pressure quote, on the spot or within 24 hours. Fixed pricing, no surprise charges, no high-pressure sales tactics.
- 04
Complete Your Deck Staining Project
Our in-house crew completes the work on our agreed timeline. Most repairs finish in 1-3 days. New builds and full restorations are clearly milestoned.
Ready for step one?
Call (503) 782-9723 Why Choose Us
Why Portland Homeowners
Why Portland Homeowners
Choose Our Crew for Deck Staining
We've earned hundreds of 5-star reviews by doing one thing very well: honest, expert deck work from a Portland-local team you can call any time. No autoresponders. No outsourced labor.
- Licensed, bonded, and insured in OR (#OR CCB #248317)
- 1,250+ Portland decks completed since 2008
- PNW climate specialists: we know what fails here
- Lifetime craftsmanship warranty on structural work
- Local team based in Portland, serving all 33 metro ZIP codes
- Straightforward phone quotes, no high-pressure sales visits
- Same-day response for safety hazards
- Stainless or coated fasteners standard (not extra)
Real Reviews
What Our Portland Customers
What Our Portland Customers
Say About Our Deck Staining
"They diagnosed our deck issues and finished the deck staining the same day their estimator came out. Charged exactly what they quoted, to the dollar."
Ken H. Alameda · Deck Staining
"Got bids from 5 contractors. They were the only one who came out for free, gave us a written quote on the spot, and didn't push us into a more expensive option."
Sarah M. St. Johns · Deck Staining
"The crew was respectful, on time, cleaned up better than they found it, and the work is rock solid two years in. Couldn't ask for more from a Portland deck contractor."
David L. Multnomah Village · Deck Staining
10 Service Areas · 33 ZIP Codes
DB Portland
DB Portland
Service Areas
Our DB Portland crew covers 10 service areas across 3 regions and 33 Portland-metro ZIP codes, every Portland sextant plus Washington County and Clackamas County. Pick your area below for local detail, or call (503) 782-9723 for a 5-minute consultation.
All Portland Service Areas 10 service areas · 3 regions · 33 ZIP codes covered
Portland 8
Downtown Portland 97201 · 97204 · 97205 Northwest Portland 97209 · 97210 · 97231 North Portland 97203 · 97217 · 97227 Inner Northeast Portland 97211 · 97212 · 97213 · 97232 Outer Northeast Portland 97218 · 97220 · 97230 Inner Southeast Portland 97202 · 97214 · 97215 East Portland 97206 · 97216 · 97233 · 97236 · 97266 Southwest Portland 97219 · 97221 · 97239
Washington County 1
Clackamas County 1
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Recent Work
Recent Portland
Recent Portland
Deck Staining Projects
Six recent deck staining projects from across Portland. Real photos from our portfolio, never stock. Real prices and durations from our books.
FAQ Deck Staining Portland:
Deck Staining Portland:
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers to the questions Portland homeowners ask us most about deck staining. Don't see yours? Just call. Most questions get answered in under 5 minutes.
01 How much does deck stain Portland cost?
Professional deck staining Portland pricing runs $1,200–$3,800 for 300 sq ft (28 sq m). Cedar staining averages $1,200–$2,200. IPE and hardwood staining costs $2,400–$3,800 due to denser grain requiring 2-3 coats.
Specific answer for your deck? Call (503) 782-972302 What is the best deck stain for Pacific Northwest decks?
3 stains lead PNW deck stain Portland reviews in 2025: Sikkens Cetol SRD (oil-based, 4-year life), Cabot Australian Timber Oil (penetrating, 3-year life), and Defy Extreme (water-based, 3-year life). Selection depends on existing finish and color goal.
Specific answer for your deck? Call (503) 782-972303 When should I apply deck sealing Portland versus stain?
Apply sealer alone on new cedar to allow natural graying while preventing rot. Apply stain + sealer when changing color or hiding worn finish. Sealer-only treatment extends 18-24 months. Stain + sealer extends 36-48 months.
Specific answer for your deck? Call (503) 782-972304 How long does professional deck staining Portland take?
Staining takes 2-3 days for 300 sq ft. Day 1: clean and dry. Day 2: first stain coat (4-hour dry). Day 3: second coat and seal. Wet weather delays add 1-2 days during rainy windows.
Specific answer for your deck? Call (503) 782-972305 Can I stain over old stain on a Portland deck?
Yes, if old stain is the same type (oil over oil, water over water) and still adhered. If old stain peels or differs in type, strip to bare wood first. Compatibility check is free on inspection.
Specific answer for your deck? Call (503) 782-972306 Solid versus semi-transparent stain for Portland decks?
Semi-transparent stain (popular cedar choice) shows grain and lasts 2-4 years. Solid stain hides grain, covers imperfections, lasts 5-7 years. PNW homeowners pick semi-transparent 65% of the time per our 2024 install data.
Specific answer for your deck? Call (503) 782-972307 Are you licensed, bonded, and insured in Oregon?
Yes. We hold Oregon CCB License CCB #248317, a $25,000 surety bond, and $2M liability insurance. We are NADRA (North American Deck and Railing Association) members, BBB A+ accredited, TrexPro Platinum certified, and TimberTech Pro certified. All credentials verify on the Oregon Construction Contractors Board website.
Specific answer for your deck? Call (503) 782-972308 What does your 10-year workmanship warranty cover?
Our 10-year structural workmanship warranty covers 5 elements: framing, ledger attachment, footing connections, railings, and stairs. The warranty transfers to the next homeowner on sale. Material warranties from manufacturers (Trex 25-year, TimberTech 30-year, IPE lifetime) stack on top.
Specific answer for your deck? Call (503) 782-9723 Ready to Start?
Ready to Staining
Ready to Staining
Your Portland Deck?
Get a free phone consultation in under 5 minutes. We'll tell you what's needed, what it costs to fix, and how fast we can start. No high-pressure sales, just straight answers from a real Portland deck contractor.
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✓ 1,250+ Portland decks ✓ Same-day inspections ✓ Licensed in Oregon · $25,000 bond ✓ 10-year workmanship warranty