![Ready to stain (almost). I cannot find a deck stain dark enough for my liking, I'd really like to use a regular wood stain and then seal it. Is this gonna work? Ready to stain (almost). I cannot find a deck stain dark enough for my liking, I'd really like to use a regular wood stain and then seal it. Is this gonna work?](https://i.redd.it/lavyrge7pnb91.jpg)
Ready to stain (almost). I cannot find a deck stain dark enough for my liking, I'd really like to use a regular wood stain and then seal it. Is this gonna work?
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Thompson's WaterSeal Signature Series Clear Exterior Wood Stain and Sealer ( 1-Gallon) in the Exterior Stains department at Lowes.com
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Valspar Cottage Gray Semi-transparent Exterior Wood Stain and Sealer (1-Gallon) in the Exterior Stains department at Lowes.com
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Cabot Wood Protector Clear Exterior Wood Stain (1-Gallon) in the Exterior Stains department at Lowes.com
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DEFY Essential Semi Transparent Exterior Deck Stain and Sealer - One Day Deck Stain & Fence Stain - Light Walnut, 1 Gallon - Walmart.com
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