Can Old Trex Be Stained

A: You are correct. Vintage Trex decking and other brands of composite decking made of a uniform mixture of wood fibers and plastic can be painted or even stained. … If you have an original-style composite deck and want to paint or stain it, pick a product intended for decks or porches, not walls or trim.

What kind of stain can you use on Trex decking?

Ensure you use an acrylic latex exterior primer and a latex paint with a semi-gloss or satin finish for this purpose. If you want to stain the Trex or composite deck instead, use an acrylic latex stain with mildew and UV inhibitors for the best results.

Can you recolor Trex decking?

A: You are correct. Vintage Trex decking and other brands of composite decking made of a uniform mixture of wood fibers and plastic can be painted or even stained. Newer styles of composite decking capped with a shell of different material on the top and sides of boards cannot.