How Long Should You Wait to Stain Pressure Treated Wood?
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It Depends on The Climate
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The length of time you should wait to stain pressure-treated wood depends on the climate in which you live. For example, if you are in a hot climate area such as Arizona or Nevada, three weeks should be enough time. In the Midwest or Northeast it will take 30 to 60 days before the wood is dry enough to be stained.
Make Sure the Wood is Dry
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In any case, the wood must be dry before it is stained, so if there is any doubt about the wood being dry enough, wait awhile longer to be absolutely sure. If you stain the wood before it is dry, bubbles or blisters will develop under the stain and it will trap moisture into the wood that can cause the wood to rot.
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Bottom Line
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Wait until the wood is dry before staining. If there is any doubt about the wood being dry enough, play it safe and wait until you are certain the wood is dry enough for stain.
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