How to Use Solid Stain on a Porch Floor

Make sure the floor is clean before you start working. Remove all furniture and other items from the porch. Sweep the floor until all debris is removed.

Clean the porch with a sodium percarbonate wood cleaner, follow the manufacturer's instructions. This type of cleaner is safe around humans, animals and plants. If necessary remove old paint or stain with a stripper, following the manufacturer's instructions.

Spray the porch floor with wood brightener, so it adheres better. Wood brightener helps the stain absorb into the wood. Rinse the wood thoroughly. Make sure that all of the chemicals are off of the porch before you let it dry. Let the porch dry for 24 hours before staining.

Use the sandpaper or electric sander and remove any rough areas before adding the solid stain. Make sure you sand any areas that have rough edges or places that might splinter.

Paint on a thin layer of solid stain with a paint brush. Let the porch dry for at least three hours before putting on the next layer. Paint on another layer of solid stain, and let it dry for three hours. Paint on a third layer of solid stain, and let it dry completely.