What's the best sealer/stain for my redwood deck? Can it protect against termites?

Hi, keiththeclam!

It's a matter of personal preference based upon the appearance that's desired and geographic location of the deck as well as some other factors... Around where I live, any type of finish applied to a deck only lasts for a couple of years.

The subject about the care and treatment of redwood decks is addressed on a number of sites. Please click on the links that are below.

http://www.ehow.com/how_2244526_clean-stain-redwood-decks.html

http://ths.gardenweb.com/forums/load/porch/msg071228276993.html

http://ths.gardenweb.com/forums/load/paint/msg0308434429558.html

http://decks-ca.com/Redwood_Decking.html

http://www.doityourself.com/stry/redwood-deck-staining-bring-out-the-brilliance

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/1809666/how_to_stain_your_redwood_deck.html

http://www.thathomesite.com/forums/load/porch/msg0522373918083.html?8

http://www.bobvila.com/wwwboard/messages/225034.html

http://www.buildwithapro.com/how-to-stain-redwood-decks-protect-your-deck-and-keep-it-looking-great/

Thanks!