Staining A Fence For The First Time

It s no secret that i do my fair share of working with wood stain but this was the first time i ve done a project of this size.

Staining a fence for the first time.

If you have an old fence and washing and staining it do not help you restore the fence to new or nearly new conditions then it may be time to call us for a free estimate so that you can replace your fence. We hired a professional to build the fence for us and now it is our turn to stain it. So today i m sharing my tips for staining a fence with the help of true value. Regardless of the age of your fence the best time to apply stain is in the morning or late afternoon on a cloudy day.

The olympic elite stain and sealant in one is a well rated and popular option for staining and protecting your fence from moisture mildew and uv rays. Staining can be more expensive initially. On the other hand a stain like thompson s waterseal absorbs into the wood better than paint. Wait for a day when it hasn t rained for 24 hours and no further rain is in.

There are different variables that determine the best time to stain a new fence and we would be happy to answer your question once we get a little more information about your wood project. Instead of chipping and peeling like paint the color will just fade away over time. Apply the stain in two to three foot sections of the fence at a time taking care to back brush or re paint over uncovered areas left by the previous stroke with a wide brush. If you have a very large fence you can work on different sections of the fence over time after letting the first section dry.

The stain may cost less per gallon than paint but you may need more of it to complete the job.