We have always told friends, family & clients that painting is one of the cheapest and easiest ways to improve the appearance of a home.  After years of renovating our own homes, you would think we would stop being amazed by the transformations.  But this is just too good ... we have to share. We bought a place at Lake Merwin Campers Hideaway in May 2006.  We were told that it sat for 8-10 years with little or no maintenance.  If there had ever been stain on the deck or siding, it had long since broken down.  The wood deck has gray and had cracks from years of being exposed to the elements.  Unsure whether we wanted to paint or stain, we talked with our friends at Home Depot, Jantzen Beach.  They recommended a relatively new products called Behr Premium Solid Color Wood Stain. Though a ... 10/24/2008