Deck Stain for CCA Treated Lumber

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Chromated copper arsenate treated wood, or CCA treated wood, has caused eyebrows to raise in question from all around the country. Is this type of wood safe for my deck? It is safe for my children to play on? The answer: yes. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has deemed that CCA treated wood poses no unreasonable threats to health or safety and does not require that decks, playground equipment, and other structures built with this type of lumber be torn down. However, when children play outside around CCA treated lumber or on any other structure they should wash their hands before eating. Also, food should not be placed directly onto CCA treated lumber to decrease unnecessary exposure to arsenic.

Should you be scared about your CCA treated lumber? No, but you definitely need to take the initiative to seal your lumber. Deck stains come in many different forms, colors, and percent of pigmentation, but one deck stain that has proven itself time and time again is the DEFY Epoxy Fortified Wood Stain. This deck stain is penetrating and will not merely form a film over the wood. This will help to contain the chemicals in the lumber and keep the wood looking nicer looking longer. This penetrating wood stain comes in many different colors to match up with your existing wood and create the look you desire to have for your deck or other wood structure.

Beware of film forming deck stains. These deck stains will provide for a beautiful finish for a short while, but after being exposed to precipitation for a short period of time you will begin to notice the stain peel. This becomes very unattractive and requires the tedious stain stripping process. A penetrating wood stain will absorb into the pores of the wood and provide a deep protection for the wood. The DEFY Epoxy Fortified Wood Stain protects from the sun's ultraviolet rays as well as from precipitation. The sun is a major factor in the fading of the color of a deck stain.

CCA treated lumber does not cause an extreme health risk. However, prevent any unnecessary exposure to arsenate, a human carcinogen, by sealing your wood with a deck stain. This deck stain will prevent excessive amounts of chemicals from seeping into the soil surrounding your wood structure and will allow less to come in contact with loved ones like pets and children.