Stain does not peel or crack, so it requires way less preparation than repainting. A good power wash or washing with a deck cleaner will give you a clean slate to work with before re-staining, without all the scraping and peeling.
There are a lot of options when it comes to staining your fence. Or, if you really love the look of natural wood and just want to protect your fence, there are plenty of semi-transparent options to choose from, too. There are even clear options that simply serve to waterproof and protect your fence. The third option for finishing a fence is simply leaving it natural and allowing it to weather over time. This option, of course, requires the least amount of effort, but it does leave room for the elements to take a toll on your fence over time.
However, the rustic, weathered look is popular these days, and quality wood will last a while even if it is left to the elements. White cedar ages to a beautiful, silvery grey. Many people really like this look, and will choose it over attempting to preserve the brand new look.
Definitely be sure to consider the time, cost, and which option best complements the style of your home and property. Leave pictures of your finished fence in the comments below, so we can see what you decided to do! To order fence parts or schedule professional installation, call or contact us online!
Great article. We recently had to make this same decision. We chose to go with a semi-transparent stain, as we wanted it to look painted for the most part, but still show some of the wood grain. Hi Mitch, glad you enjoyed the article! Semi-transparent stain is a great way to go.
Best of luck with your fence! Great article! I just restained my fence same color as previously done about 8 years ago. The green stuff is algae. If you stain over it without killing and removing the mold and algae, it will come back to haunt you in a big way.
Either you or your contractor can take care of the mold and algae with a simple three-part cleaning process. Once you have cleaned everything up, mowed the grass next to your work area, and brushed away any dirt from your project, you can start staining. But wait! Do not use any old stain. There is a difference, and applying the wrong stain is the biggest mistake you, as a homeowner, can make while choosing your fence stain or deck stain.
Depending on which stain sales rep, fence contractor or home store employee you speak with, you may get a different answer as to which type and brand of stain and seal products to use. The most common question from homeowner we get is water based stain versus oil based stains. Simply put, there is a very distinct time to use a water based stain. If we find a project, for instance, a fence or deck that has had multiple coats of stain applied over the years, obvious mismatched repairs and other things that need covering, then our team of experts will recommend a solid water based stain like Behr Premium.
The Stain and Seal Experts do not recommend semi-transparent water based stains because in our opinion it is almost impossible for this type to look uniform once applied. Our team of experts suggest using a water based solid stain to cover blemishes on old wood.
Our top recommended and most used stains are commercial grade Oil Based Stains made with oils that penetrate, look great and work well in our climate.
In Middle Tennessee we have high humidity and hot summers, so certain oil based stains that apply easily and beautifully in California will grow algae in our climate.
We know of only one commercial grade oil based stain available that work well in Tennessee, California, Canada and all places in between and you will see them listed here, beginning with our top favorite. It has 18 luxurious transparent, semi transparent and semi solid wood stain color choices.
While a good quality stain alone is sufficient to protect your fence from everyday wear-and-tear, applying a durable sealant over the stain can prolong the finish—and the life of your fence. For best results, apply a single coat of clear, weatherproof sealant by brush, roller, or sprayer. Quickly back-brush unsealed grooves and recesses with a wide brush to achieve a uniform appearance.
Allow the sealant to dry completely. Go ahead and take the next couple of summers off—you earned it. Only note that while semitransparent stains can last anywhere between two to five years, extreme temperatures and precipitation can prematurely age the finish. Disclosure: BobVila. You agree that BobVila.
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