How Much Stain
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How Much Stain
How much stain would I need to stain the deck and transom of a 16ft. boat. I would probable stain the windshield frame work also. I was thinking about ordering 2qts. stain and a gallon of varnish to start. Thank You
I bought a pint of Interlux Red Mahogany 1579... and used about 3/4 on my 1960 Seacoaster. 15'10"
I did the deck, sheer strake, inside around the gunwale, dash, outside transom, window frame, and spray rails.
I still have some left over.
I keep a box of plastic spoons, and a box of elbow straws around to get small amounts of stain and varnish out of the can.
If you can get a good price, you might consider getting four quarts instead of a gal... I have gotten both. By the time you do the inside, seats, and stained areas, you will likely go through 2+ gallons.
![Image](http://i188.photobucket.com/albums/z145/John_Hart507/Deck_staining.jpg)
![Image](http://i188.photobucket.com/albums/z145/John_Hart507/Deck_above_Dash.jpg)
![Image](http://i188.photobucket.com/albums/z145/John_Hart507/Bow_top.jpg)
John.
I did the deck, sheer strake, inside around the gunwale, dash, outside transom, window frame, and spray rails.
I still have some left over.
I keep a box of plastic spoons, and a box of elbow straws around to get small amounts of stain and varnish out of the can.
If you can get a good price, you might consider getting four quarts instead of a gal... I have gotten both. By the time you do the inside, seats, and stained areas, you will likely go through 2+ gallons.
![Image](http://i188.photobucket.com/albums/z145/John_Hart507/Deck_staining.jpg)
![Image](http://i188.photobucket.com/albums/z145/John_Hart507/Deck_above_Dash.jpg)
![Image](http://i188.photobucket.com/albums/z145/John_Hart507/Bow_top.jpg)
John.