***This giveaway is no longer accepting entries***
We’ve been brainstorming ways to revive our tired front porch for the BHG 48-Hour Challenge. A few years ago we did a quick stain-and-seal job, but the color has faded and the finish no longer looks fresh. We wanted an updated solution that would add personality and withstand the elements. Just when we were weighing options, Olympic Paint reached out to remind us about their exterior stain lineup—perfect timing. We decided it would be even better to share the good news with readers, so we arranged a small giveaway to help someone refresh their outdoor space.
We have three gallons of Olympic Exterior Stain to give to three lucky readers. These products come in a wide range of finishes and opacities, from transparent toners that let the wood grain show through to semi-transparent and solid colors that provide more coverage and protection. If you have a deck or porch that needs brightening, a semi-transparent stain can restore warmth while preserving texture. If you want to add bold color to outdoor furniture or fencing, the solid colors offer more pigment and lasting coverage. For larger projects like cedar siding, you’ll need more product, but a free gallon is a good starting point to test a color or finish before committing to a full purchase.
Entering was simple: readers were asked to comment on the original post with the phrase “I’M A STAIN MASTER” by the deadline. If you weren’t sure about your staining skills, the post invited people to share another area where they consider themselves skilled—gardening, hosting, business administration, or even conquering the StairMaster. That made the entry process fun and helped the community learn more about each other while keeping the giveaway lighthearted. Winners were selected at random to keep the process fair.
The giveaway rules specified that prizes could be shipped within the United States and Canada and limited entries to one per email address. Those conditions helped keep the distribution manageable and ensured a fair chance for participants across both countries. Winners were to be chosen with a random selection tool and announced shortly after the entry deadline.
What makes an exterior stain worth trying? A good stain freshens wood’s appearance, adds weather resistance, and simplifies maintenance. Choosing the right opacity affects both color intensity and how much of the wood grain remains visible. Testing on a small area first is a smart move—especially when trying a bold shade—and a single free gallon was intended to allow winners to test a finish before committing to a larger quantity.
We enjoyed coordinating this small giveaway and seeing readers imagine new looks for their outdoor spaces. While this specific promotion has ended, we hope it inspired fresh ideas: whether you’re updating a deck, refinishing a porch, or painting furniture, a new exterior stain can dramatically change the look and longevity of outdoor wood. Images in the post were provided courtesy of Olympic Paint.