Before applying a stain or sealer, wait for 48 hours of good
weather before and after. Start out by covering the
surrounding landscaping with old cloth sheets. Plastic will
create a green house effect and burn the plant life. Tape off
any windows with newspaper so you won't get any over-spray on
the glass. If you're worried about the siding, then tape off
the bottom 2-3 feet of the siding along the deck.
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