Staining or Painting – which is a better option?

If you're searching for the best course of action to recover the rustic charm of your wood furnishings and flooring, you must have looked upon either painting or applying a wood stain. But which one is a better option overall? Wood stain or paint?

Technically, Mohawk wood stains are painted themselves, with the same formulation of binder, dye, and solvent. However, unlike paint, stains do not develop a layer covering up the entire wood surface. This allows for the wood stain to seep even through holes and pores of the wood, creating a more authentic look rather than just a plain and uniform finish.

Here are more reasons why you should choose wood stain over paint

It prevents rotting

Wood has a tendency to rot when exposed to outside elements such as rain, snow or UV rays. Rotting doesn't only weaken the aesthetic of wood, but also develop mold, mildew, and termites. Once rotting sets about, painting the surface won't help. Staining the surface is crucial to avoiding Decaying in the first place.

It inhibits moisture

Moisture is just as bad as a rot. It has the potential to result in unsightly discoloration and excessive damage to the wood surface. Staining will preserve the form and functionality of wood against moisture.

It makes for an excellent walking surface

Wood is subjected to a lot more strain when it’s a setting for heavy foot traffic. Only staining can be used to make the surface more enduring as it's less prone to crack and chip away with time. This can help in preserving the appearance as well as the structural integrity of the wood.

It upholds appearance

Many people like wood because of its rough, natural appearance. For this reason, painting is not preferred for protection as it can make the grains of the wood invisible. Mohawk stains and finishes, on the other hand, promote the perfectly natural aesthetic of the wood. On top of that, stains are available in a range of shades so there is more room for customizations.

Ease of use

Between paint and stains, wood stains are beyond a shadow of doubt easier to apply and maintain. Unlike paint, Stains don’t require a primer for the application, making the process fast and smooth. Plus, staining is far more durable than painting, which calls for minimal maintenance.

Wood stains offer more value for money than paint as they cost a lot less, are easier to apply and have a considerably longer life.  It must be pretty evident by now whether which option you should go with for your wood finishing project.

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